Pokémon GO February 2026 Packed With Events And Raids

Pokémon GO fans, get ready: February 2026 is shaping up to be one of the most action-packed months in the game’s history, as the final weeks of the Season of Precious Paths bring a flurry of events, rare encounters, and special opportunities. According to Pokémon GO Hub and VICE, players around the globe can look forward to a packed schedule, featuring everything from exclusive Community Days to the much-anticipated Pokémon GO Tour Kalos events—spanning from Tainan, Taiwan, to Los Angeles, and culminating in a worldwide celebration.

The festivities kicked off strong on February 1st with the Vulpix and Alolan Vulpix Community Day. As detailed by Pokémon GO Hub, trainers enjoyed three hours of increased spawns for both forms of Vulpix, a boosted chance to encounter their shiny variants, and triple Catch XP. For those able to evolve their Vulpix during or shortly after the event, the reward was a Ninetales with the exclusive Charged Attack Energy Ball, while evolving Alolan Vulpix netted an Alolan Ninetales with Chilling Water. The event ran from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. local time, drawing in players eager for these limited-time bonuses.

Just two days later, the Carnival of Flamigo brought a burst of color and excitement to the game from February 3rd through February 8th. The event marked the debut of Flamigo, the flamboyant Flying/Fighting-type Pokémon, and ramped up shiny odds for Pikipek, Lotad, and Spritzee. According to Pokémon GO Hub, trainers also enjoyed double Incense duration, making it easier to attract event-specific Pokémon while out and about.

The action didn’t stop there. On February 7th, the Catch Mastery: Oricorio event gave players a shot at shiny Oricorio, alongside double XP for nice throws and above, and increased candy for skillful catches. The event ran from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. local time, rewarding dedicated trainers with both rare Pokémon and valuable resources.

Valentine’s Day 2026 brought a sweet twist to the month from February 10th to 15th. According to VICE, this event featured increased shiny hatch odds for Nidoran♀, Nidoran♂, and Cherubi, plus double XP from catching Pokémon and double stardust from opening gifts. Whether you were playing solo or with friends, the event’s bonuses made it a perfect time to grow your Pokédex and boost your in-game resources.

February also saw the return of Shadow Regigigas as a formidable weekend raid boss. As noted by Pokémon GO Hub, Shadow Regigigas appeared in Shadow Raids every weekend from February 1st through March 4th, offering a rare challenge for raid teams. Meanwhile, Mega Raids and Five-Star Raids rotated throughout the month, with Raid Hours scheduled on February 4th, 11th, 18th, 23rd, 24th, 25th, 26th, and 27th from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. local time, ensuring there was always something for high-level players to tackle.

Spotlight Hours, a staple in the Pokémon GO calendar, continued every Tuesday evening in February. Each week, a different Pokémon took center stage from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. local time, giving trainers a focused window to catch, evolve, and hunt for shinies. As VICE reported, this regular cadence of Spotlight and Raid Hours keeps the community engaged week after week.

The excitement ramped up mid-month with a pair of special days: Raid Day on February 14th and Max Battle Day on February 15th. Specific details about these events were to be revealed as they approached, but based on previous months, players could expect rare raid bosses, unique rewards, and a flurry of activity during these limited-time events.

Not to be outdone, the Lunar New Year celebration ran from February 17th through February 21st, adding another layer of festivities. As VICE highlighted, this event typically features themed Pokémon, special bonuses, and unique research tasks, aligning with the traditions of the Lunar New Year holiday and giving players more reasons to log in daily.

The grand finale of the month belonged to the Pokémon GO Tour Kalos events—an epic series spanning three major locations and a global audience. From February 20th to 22nd, Tainan, Taiwan, and Los Angeles, California, each hosted their own GO Tour Kalos events, offering ticket holders exclusive gameplay, unique spawns, special raids, and the debut of shiny Pokémon such as Diancie, Klefki, Hawlucha, and Honedge. According to Pokémon GO Hub, these events ran daily from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., immersing local communities in the world of Kalos.

For those unable to travel, the fun didn’t stop there. The Road to Kalos event, running from February 23rd through 27th, celebrated the regions of Kanto, Johto, Hoenn, Sinnoh, and Unova with rotating wild spawns, costumed Pikachus donning Red’s Hat and Leaf’s Hat, and an array of Legendary Pokémon in raids. The event built anticipation for the global Kalos celebration, ensuring trainers everywhere could participate.

Finally, the Pokémon GO Tour Kalos: Global event took place from February 28th to March 1st, transforming the entire world into a Kalos playground. With event hours from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. each day, trainers worldwide enjoyed exclusive spawns, raids, and the chance to encounter shiny Diancie, Klefki, Hawlucha, and Honedge for the first time. As Pokémon GO Hub explained, these global events are designed to unite the community, no matter where you play.

Throughout all of February, the Season of Precious Paths continued to deliver special rewards and themed encounters, with the season officially ending on March 3rd. According to VICE, players could look forward to the announcement of the next season’s theme as the month drew to a close, keeping the excitement going into spring.

Egg hatches and Research Breakthroughs also played a role in the month’s activities, with a variety of Pokémon available from eggs and as rewards for completing field research tasks. Adventure Sync eggs and special research tasks offered even more ways to expand collections and keep players moving.

With such a jam-packed schedule, February 2026 proved to be a landmark month for Pokémon GO. Whether you’re a shiny hunter, a raid enthusiast, or just someone who enjoys the thrill of catching them all, this month offered something for everyone. As the Season of Precious Paths draws to a close, the Pokémon GO community waits with bated breath to see what new adventures the next season will bring.