Pokémon GO Lunar New Year 2026: Shiny Blitzle & Darumaka, Lucky Trades & Event Bonuses
The Lunar New Year event is back in Pokémon GO with its 2026 edition, featuring a host of exciting bonuses, a bunch of fun encounters, and the possibility of more shiny encounters!
Event Bonuses
The following bonuses are active during the Pokémon Lunar New Year 2026 event:
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Increased chance to get Lucky Pokémon in trades -
Increased chance to become Lucky Friends -
PokéStops may turn gold without a Golden Lure Module -
Increased chance to encounter Shiny Blitzle, Shiny Darumaka, and Shiny Gimmighoul
Wild Encounters
The following Pokémon are appearing more frequently in the wild:
There is an increased chance to encounter Shiny Blitzle and Darumaka in the wild.
Collection Challenge
You’ll be able to take on a catch-focused Collection Challenge that will reward you with Stardust and an encounter with an event-themed Pokémon.
Field Research
Complete exclusive Field Research to earn encounters with event-themed Pokémon.
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.
This Paid Timed Research will have the following rewards:
- 200 PokéCoins
- 2 Lucky Eggs
- 1 Incense
- Encounters with Blitzle and Darumaka
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 Saturday, February 21, 2026, at 8:00 p.m. local time.
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Lunar New Year Ultra Ticket Box
The Lunar New Year Ultra Ticket Box is available for US$1.99 (or the equivalent pricing tier in your local currency) and includes an event ticket and five Ultra Balls.
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