Blanche's Quest for Knowledge
Tuesday, May 26, at 10:00 a.m. to Monday, June 1, 2026, at 8:00 p.m. local time.
Join Blanche for a research-focused adventure featuring Field Research tasks and Incense encounters. Put your research skills to the test and see what discoveries await.
Wild Encounters
The following Pokémon will appear more frequently in the wild.
Squirtle*
Alolan Vulpix*
Krabby*
Staryu*
Galarian Zigzagoon*
Some Trainers might even encounter the following!
Lapras*
Vaporeon*
Larvitar*
*If you’re lucky, you may encounter a Shiny one!
Incense Encounters
The following Pokémon will be attracted to Incense.
Cubone*
Horsea*
Lapras*
Vaporeon*
Larvitar*
Sableye*
Clamperl*
Cubchoo*
*If you’re lucky, you may encounter a Shiny one!
Field Research Task Encounters
The following Pokémon will be available to encounter when you complete certain Field Research tasks.
Squirtle*
Alolan Vulpix*
Krabby*
Cubone*
Horsea*
Staryu*
Lapras*
Larvitar*
Sableye*
Cubchoo*
Sinistea*
Tandemaus*
*If you’re lucky, you may encounter a Shiny one!
GO Pass and GO Pass Deluxe
A GO Pass is a free, limited-time progression track available during a specified period. By collecting GO Points, you can increase your rank to earn rewards.
Trainers will automatically receive GO Pass: Blanche’s Quest for Knowledge on Tuesday, May 26, at 10:00 a.m. local time. You can collect GO Points and rank up to get additional rewards through Monday, June 1, at 8:00 p.m. local time.
Additionally, from Saturday, May 30, at 12:00 a.m. to Monday, June 1, at 7:59 p.m. local time, there’s no daily limit for how many GO Points you can earn!
For US$4.99*, Trainers can upgrade to the GO Pass Deluxe, a paid version of the GO Pass that offers upgraded rewards and faster progression.
For US$6.99*, Trainers can upgrade to the GO Pass Deluxe + 6 Ranks to also automatically earn enough GO Points to reach Rank 7.
While progressing through the GO Pass Deluxe, you’ll be able to claim all of the rewards from both the free GO Pass and GO Pass Deluxe. You can upgrade to a GO Pass Deluxe at any time and still collect rewards from previously unlocked ranks.
Rewards unlocked in the GO Pass will expire on Wednesday, June 3, at 7:59 p.m. local time, so be sure to claim your rewards before they’re gone!
*All prices listed are in USD or the equivalent pricing tier in your local currency.
Featured Pokémon and Rewards
Complete Pass Tasks to rank up your GO Pass to earn the following rewards.
- Encounters with Vaporeon*, Larvitar*, Lapras wearing a Blanche-themed accessory with a background inspired by Team Mystic*, and more!
Trainers who upgrade to the GO Pass Deluxe can also earn the following rewards.
- Additional encounter with Lapras wearing a Blanche-themed accessory with a background inspired by Team Mystic*
- Premium Battle Passes
- Glacial Lure Modules
- And even more goodies!
*If you’re lucky, you may encounter a Shiny one!
Major Milestone Bonuses
Reach Major Milestones on your GO Pass to unlock the following bonuses.
Tier 1 Bonus Starting at Rank 10
- 1 Additional Candy for evolving Pokémon
- Increased chance to receive Candy XL for evolving Pokémon (Trainers Level 31+)
Tier 2 Bonus Starting at Rank 20
- 2× Incense duration
Watch for additional bonus tasks for this GO Pass during the event!
Pokémon GO Web Store
The GO Pass Deluxe, the paid version of the GO Pass, will be available on the Pokémon GO Web Store soon! Your GO Pass Deluxe purchased via the Pokémon GO Web Store will activate as soon as the GO Pass begins.
Trainers who upgrade to GO Pass Deluxe: Blanche’s Quest for Knowledge or GO Pass Deluxe: Blanche’s Quest for Knowledge + 6 Ranks on the Pokémon GO Web Store will receive 10 Ultra Balls, five Max Revives, one Premium Battle Pass, and five Max Potions as a gift with purchase.
Or stock up on the essentials alongside your upgrade with the web-exclusive GO Pass Deluxe: Blanche’s Quest for Knowledge + 6 Ranks Ultra Box which includes 20 Ultra Balls, 10 Max Revives, 10 Max Potions, two Premium Battles Passes, one Incubator, and one Super Incubator as a gift with purchase!
Spark’s Caretaking Quest
Tuesday, June 2, at 10:00 a.m. to Monday, June 8, 2026, at 8:00 p.m. local time
Team up with Spark for an exploration-driven adventure centered on hatching Eggs and discovering Pokémon. Get out there, explore, and see what surprises you’ll uncover along the way.
Wild Encounters
The following Pokémon will appear more frequently in the wild:
Bulbasaur*
Alolan Raichu*
Drowzee*
Jolteon*
Dratini*
Houndour*
Lileep*
Combee*
*If you’re lucky, you may encounter a Shiny one!
Eggs
The following Pokémon will hatch from 7 km Eggs.
Pichu*
Elekid*
Shinx*
Varoom*
Galarian Corsola*
Hisuian Qwilfish*
*If you’re lucky, you may encounter a Shiny one!
Field Research Task Encounters
The following Pokémon will be available to encounter when you complete certain Field Research tasks.
Bulbasaur*
Drowzee*
Jolteon*
Dratini*
Houndour*
Lileep*
Combee*
Galarian Corsola*
Alolan Raichu*
*If you’re lucky, you may encounter a Shiny one!
GO Pass and GO Pass Deluxe
A GO Pass is a free, limited-time progression track available during a specified period. By collecting GO Points, you can increase your rank to earn rewards.
Trainers will automatically receive GO Pass: Spark’s Caretaking Quest on Tuesday, June 2, at 10:00 a.m. local time. You can collect GO Points and rank up to get additional rewards through Monday, June 8, at 8:00 p.m. local time.
Additionally, from Saturday, June 6, at 12:00 a.m. to Monday, June 8, at 7:59 p.m. local time, there’s no daily limit for how many GO Points you can earn!
For US$4.99*, Trainers can upgrade to the GO Pass Deluxe, a paid version of the GO Pass that offers upgraded rewards and faster progression.
For US$6.99*, Trainers can upgrade to the GO Pass Deluxe + 6 Ranks to also automatically earn enough GO Points to reach Rank 7.
While progressing through the GO Pass Deluxe, you’ll be able to claim all of the rewards from both the free GO Pass and GO Pass Deluxe. You can upgrade to a GO Pass Deluxe at any time and still collect rewards from previously unlocked ranks.
Rewards unlocked in the GO Pass will expire on Wednesday, June 10, at 7:59 p.m. local time, so be sure to claim your rewards before they’re gone!
*All prices listed are in USD or the equivalent pricing tier in your local currency.
Featured Pokémon and Rewards
Complete Pass Tasks to rank up your GO Pass to earn the following rewards.
- Encounters with Jolteon*, Galarian Corsola*, Elekid wearing a Spark-themed accessory with a background inspired by Team Instinct*, and more!
Trainers who upgrade to the GO Pass Deluxe can also earn the following rewards.
- Additional encounters with Elekid wearing a Spark-themed accessory with a background inspired by Team Instinct*
- Super Incubator
- And even more goodies!
*If you’re lucky, you may encounter a Shiny one!
Major Milestone Bonuses
Reach Major Milestones on your GO Pass to unlock the following bonuses.
Tier 1 Bonus Starting at Rank 10
- 1/2 Hatch Distance
Tier 2 Bonus Starting at Rank 20
- 1.5× Hatch Candy
Upgrade to the GO Pass Deluxe to get the following boosted bonuses.
Tier 2 Bonus Starting at Rank 20
- 1.5× Hatch Stardust
Watch for additional bonus tasks for your GO Pass: Spark’s Caretaking Quest during the event!
Pokémon GO Web Store
The GO Pass Deluxe, the paid version of the GO Pass, will be available on the Pokémon GO Web Store soon! Your GO Pass Deluxe purchased via the Pokémon GO Web Store will activate as soon as the GO Pass begins.
Trainers who upgrade to GO Pass Deluxe: Spark’s Caretaking Quest or GO Pass Deluxe: Spark’s Caretaking Quest + 6 Ranks on the Pokémon GO Web Store will receive 10 Ultra Balls, five Max Revives, one Premium Battle Pass, and five Max Potions as a gift with purchase.
Or stock up on the essentials alongside your upgrade with the web-exclusive GO Pass Deluxe: Spark’s Caretaking Quest + 6 Ranks Ultra Box which includes 20 Ultra Balls, 10 Max Revives, 10 Max Potions, two Premium Battles Passes, one Incubator, and one Super Incubator as a gift with purchase!
Candela’s Quest for Victory
Tuesday, June 9, at 10:00 a.m. to Monday, June 15, 2026, at 8:00 p.m. local time.
Step into battle alongside Candela in an event focused on raids and battling. Push your limits and come out on top.
Wild Encounters
The following Pokémon will appear more frequently in the wild.
Charmander*
Mankey*
Hisuian Growlithe*
Machop*
Ponyta*
Scyther*
Flareon*
Slugma*
Fletchling*
*If you’re lucky, you may encounter a Shiny one!
Raids
The following Pokémon will appear in raids.
Hisuian Growlithe*
Machamp*
Scizor*
Magcargo*
Scraggy*
Honedge*
Rockruff*
*If you’re lucky, you may encounter a Shiny one!
Field Research Task Encounters
The following Pokémon will be available to encounter when you complete certain Field Research tasks.
Charmander*
Mankey*
Hisuian Growlithe*
Machop*
Scyther*
Flareon*
Slugma*
Scraggy*
Fletchling*
Honedge*
Rockruff*
*If you’re lucky, you may encounter a Shiny one!
GO Pass and GO Pass Deluxe
A GO Pass is a free, limited-time progression track available during a specified period. By collecting GO Points, you can increase your rank to earn rewards.
Trainers will automatically receive GO Pass: Candela’s Quest for Victory on Tuesday, June 9, at 10:00 a.m. local time. You can collect GO Points and rank up to get additional rewards through Monday, June 15, at 8:00 p.m. local time.
Additionally, from Saturday, June 13, at 12:00 a.m. to Monday, June 15, at 7:59 p.m. local time, there’s no daily limit for how many GO Points you can earn!
For US$4.99*, Trainers can upgrade to the GO Pass Deluxe, a paid version of the GO Pass that offers upgraded rewards and faster progression.
For US$6.99*, Trainers can upgrade to the GO Pass Deluxe + 6 Ranks to also automatically earn enough GO Points to reach Rank 7.
While progressing through the GO Pass Deluxe, you’ll be able to claim all of the rewards from both the free GO Pass and GO Pass Deluxe. You can upgrade to a GO Pass Deluxe at any time and still collect rewards from previously unlocked ranks.
Rewards unlocked in the GO Pass will expire on Wednesday, June 17, at 7:59 p.m. local time, so be sure to claim your rewards before they’re gone!
*All prices listed are in USD or the equivalent pricing tier in your local currency.
Featured Pokémon and Rewards
Complete Pass Tasks to rank up your GO Pass to earn the following rewards.
- Encounters with Flareon*, Rockruff*, Ponyta wearing a Candela-themed accessory with a background inspired by Team Valor*, and more!
Trainers who upgrade to the GO Pass Deluxe can also earn the following rewards.
- Additional encounters with Ponyta wearing a Candela-themed accessory with a background inspired by Team Valor*
- 6 additional Premium Battle Passes
- And even more goodies!
*If you’re lucky, you may encounter a Shiny one!
Major Milestone Bonuses
Reach Major Milestones on your GO Pass to unlock the following bonuses.
Tier 1 Bonus Starting at Rank 10
- Increased Attack bonus from friends in raids
Tier 2 Bonus Starting at Rank 20
- 1.5× Raid Stardust
Upgrade to the GO Pass Deluxe to get the following boosted bonuses.
Tier 2 Bonus Starting at Rank 20
- Receive up to two Raid Passes by spinning Photo Discs at Gyms
Watch for additional bonus tasks for your GO Pass: Candela’s Quest for Victory during the event!
Pokémon GO Web Store
The GO Pass Deluxe, the paid version of the GO Pass, will be available on the Pokémon GO Web Store soon! Your GO Pass Deluxe purchased via the Pokémon GO Web Store will activate as soon as the GO Pass begins.
Trainers who upgrade to GO Pass Deluxe: Candela’s Quest for Victory or GO Pass Deluxe: Candela’s Quest for Victory + 6 Ranks on the Pokémon GO Web Store will receive 10 Ultra Balls, five Max Revives, one Premium Battle Pass, and five Max Potions as a gift with purchase.
Or stock up on the essentials alongside your upgrade with the web-exclusive GO Pass Deluxe: Candela’s Quest for Victory + 6 Ranks Ultra Box which includes 20 Ultra Balls, 10 Max Revives, 10 Max Potions, two Premium Battles Passes, one Incubator, and one Super Incubator as a gift with purchase!
Plan your play!
Pokémon GO Fest 2026: Global
July 11 and 12, 2026
Join millions of Trainers across the globe for Pokémon GO Fest 2026: Global! Take part in this worldwide event featuring Mega Mewtwo X, Mega Mewtwo Y, and Zeraora.
From longtime Pokémon fans to new Trainers picking up Pokémon GO for the first time, anyone can get all the ticket holder–exclusives at no cost!
Great news—Pokémon GO Fest 2026: Global is FREE for all Trainers. That means Special Research, additional bonuses, and an increased chance of encountering Shiny Pokémon are available to all Trainers at no cost!
Pokémon GO Fest 2026 Real-World Locations
The best way to experience Pokémon GO Fest is in person!
Tokyo, Japan
Event Days: May 29 – June 1, 2026
Citywide Gameplay: May 25 – June 1, 2026
Chicago, IL, USA
Event Days: June 5 – June 7, 2026
Citywide Gameplay: June 4 – June 7, 2026
Copenhagen, Denmark
Event Days: June 12 – June 14, 2026
Citywide Gameplay: June 11 – June 14, 2026
Looking for other Trainers to play with?
If you’re looking for Trainers in your area to trade, battle, or join raids during these events or GO Fest 2026: Global, find nearby meetups hosted by Community Ambassadors and join other Trainers to help you take on any challenge.
Community Ambassadors receive support from Niantic to run Pokémon GO events for their communities where you can receive unique timed research or other perks. If there are no Community Ambassadors near you, you can visit pokemongo.com/map to see nearby community meetups days in advance, allowing you to plan more seamlessly.
Coordinate more easily with friends, family, and other Trainers in your community, and raise the odds of success in battle together!
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