Pokémon GO Pinch Perfect event (January 2026)
Klawf debuts during the Pokémon GO’s Pinch Perfect event that runs from January 6 to January 11, 2026. The event also sees the release of shiny Dhelmise and crustacean inspired Pokémon in the wild and more! 
Here are all the bonuses, research, and Pokémon you can encounter during the Pinch Perfect event in Pokémon GO.
Event Bonuses
The following bonuses are active during the Pokémon GO Pinch Perfect event:
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Klawf and shiny Dhelmise debut during the Pinch Perfect event -
Increased chance to encounter shiny Corphish, Clauncher and Dwebble -
2x XP for catching Pokémon
Pokémon Debuts
Klawf
Klawf, the Ambush Pokémon, makes their Pokémon GO debut during the event!
Shiny Dhelmise
Also, for the first time in Pokémon GO, shiny Dhelmise will be available! You can encounter Dhelmise in Raids and Research encounters.
Wild Encounters
During the Pinch Perfect event, themed Pokémon will appear more frequently in the wild:
Raids
During the event, the following Pokémon will feature in raids:
3-Star Raids
Related raid guides: Dhelmise and Dondozo
1-Star Raids
Field Research
Event-themed Field Research tasks will be available. Complete these tasks to earn encounters with event-themed Pokémon:
| Task | Rewards |
|---|---|
| Catch 10 Pokémon | |
| Catch 15 Pokémon |
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| Catch 5 Pokémon |
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| Win a raid |
Note: Shiny rate for Dhelmise in Field research has been set to 1/64 (Probability: 0.015625)- Note 2: Shiny rate for Dwebble, Corphish & Clauncher in Field research has been set to 1/128 (Probability: 0.0078125)
Timed Research
Three event-themed Timed Research focused on catching Pokémon will be available throughout the event on the following schedule:
January 6 – January 8
Runs from Tuesday, January 6, at 10:00 a.m. to Thursday, January 8, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. local time.
| Task | Rewards |
|---|---|
| Catch 5 Pokémon |  Dwebble |
| Catch 10 Pokémon | Dwebble |
| Catch 15 Pokémon | Dwebble |
| Catch 20 Pokémon | Dwebble |
| Catch 25 Pokémon | Dwebble |
Rewards
Klawf
950×
XP
950×
Stardust
January 8 – January 10
Runs from Thursday, January 8, at 10:00 a.m. to Saturday, January 10, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. local time
Complete the research tasks to earn encounters with the following event-themed Pokémon:
| Task | Rewards |
|---|---|
| Catch 5 Pokémon |  Corphish |
| Catch 10 Pokémon | Corphish |
| Catch 15 Pokémon | Corphish |
| Catch 20 Pokémon | Corphish |
| Catch 25 Pokémon | Corphish |
Rewards
Klawf
950×
XP
950×
Stardust
January 10 – January 11
Runs from Saturday, January 10, at 10:00 a.m. to Sunday, January 11, 2026, at 8:00 p.m. local time
Complete the research tasks to earn encounters with the following event-themed Pokémon:
| Task | Rewards |
|---|---|
| Catch 5 Pokémon |  Clauncher |
| Catch 10 Pokémon | Clauncher |
| Catch 15 Pokémon | Clauncher |
| Catch 20 Pokémon | Clauncher |
| Catch 25 Pokémon | Clauncher |
Rewards
Klawf
950×
XP
950×
Stardust
Paid Timed Research
For US$1.99 (or the equivalent pricing tier in your local currency), you’ll be able to access event-exclusive Timed Research.
- Shiny rate for Dhelmise in this research has been set to 1/64 (Probability: 0.015625).
- Shiny rate for Dwebble, Corphish and Clauncher in this research has been set to 1/128 (Probability: 0.0078125)
Pinch Perfect Premium Timed Research (1/2)
| Task | Rewards |
|---|---|
| Catch 5 Pokémon | Dwebble |
| Catch 5 Pokémon | Corphish |
| Catch 5 Pokémon | Clauncher |
| Catch 10 Pokémon |  Dhelmise |
Rewards
Klawf
1×
Premium Battle Pass
9500×
XP
Pinch Perfect Premium Timed Research (2/2)
| Task | Rewards |
|---|---|
| Catch 5 Pokémon | Dwebble |
| Catch 5 Pokémon | Corphish |
| Catch 5 Pokémon | Clauncher |
| Catch 10 Pokémon | Dhelmise |
Rewards
Klawf
1×
Premium Battle Pass
9500×
XP
Note on Timed Research
Please note that Timed Research expires. The tasks associated with this Timed Research must be completed and their rewards must be claimed before Sunday, January 11, 2026, at 8:00 p.m. local time.
Shop
The Pinch Perfect Ultra Ticket Box will be available for US$1.99 (or the equivalent pricing tier in your local currency) and includes an event ticket and five Ultra Balls.
Infographic
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