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Pokémon GO’s Halloween 2026 Part One event runs from October 27 at 10:00 a.m. to November 1 at 10:00 a.m. local time, bringing three new costume Pokémon: Pikachu wearing a hat and capelet, Zubat wearing a top hat, and Sinistea wearing a bow! All three can be Shiny from their debut.
Expect spooky wild encounters, costume raids, free Timed Research, and trick-or-treat surprises that can reward Pokémon encounters and Candy. The Halloween GO Pass also begins during this event, offering Candy and Stardust bonuses as you rank up. Here’s everything you need to know about Halloween Part One, including where to find each costumed Pokémon and which rewards have deadlines.
Halloween 2026 Part One Dates and Bonuses
Event Bonuses
These catch bonuses are not active automatically. You must unlock them by reaching the required ranks on GO Pass: Halloween 2026.
2× Candy for catching Pokémon after reaching Rank 10 on GO Pass: Halloween 2026 (3× with GO Pass Deluxe).
2× Stardust for catching Pokémon after reaching Rank 20 on GO Pass: Halloween 2026 (3× with GO Pass Deluxe).
Pikachu wearing a hat and capelet, Zubat wearing a top hat, and Sinistea wearing a bow make their Pokémon GO debut. All three can be Shiny.
A Lavender Town music remix plays nightly, and Halloween decorations appear during both parts of the event.
Important Dates and Deadlines
- October 27, 10:00 a.m.: Halloween Part One and the Halloween GO Pass begin.
- November 1, 10:00 a.m.: Halloween Part One ends, free Halloween Part One Timed Research expires, and Halloween Part Two begins.
- November 5, 8:00 p.m.: The Halloween GO Pass progression period ends.
- November 7, 8:00 p.m.: Unclaimed Halloween GO Pass rewards expire.
All dates and times above are local time.
New Costume Pokémon and Shiny Availability
Three costumed Pokémon make their debut during Halloween 2026 Part One. All three can be Shiny if you’re lucky!
The new costumes are based on adorable Halloween-themed plushies available from the Pokémon Center, so cute!
Where to Find the New Costume Pokémon
Here’s how to get each new costumed Pokémon during the event:
| New Costume Pokémon | How to Encounter It |
|---|---|
| Pikachu wearing a hat and capelet | One-star raids; free Halloween Part One Timed Research |
| Zubat wearing a top hat | Wild encounters |
| Sinistea wearing a bow | One-star raids |
Shiny note
Shiny availability is confirmed for Pikachu wearing a hat and capelet, Zubat wearing a top hat, and Sinistea wearing a bow. Increased Shiny odds have not been announced for these encounters.
Halloween Part One Wild Encounters
The following Pokémon are among those appearing in the wild during Halloween Part One. All listed Pokémon can be Shiny.
Piplup appears wearing its Halloween Mischief costume, rather than as ordinary Piplup.
Rare Wild Encounters
If you’re lucky, you may also encounter Drifblim wearing a Halloween Mischief costume in the wild. It can be Shiny too.
These are confirmed event highlights, not necessarily the full wild encounter pool.
Halloween Part One Raids
Two of the new costumed Pokémon appear in one-star raids starting October 27 at 10:00 a.m. local time. Both can be Shiny.
One-Star Raids
If you’re collecting all three new costumes, remember that Zubat wearing a top hat is a wild encounter, while Pikachu and Sinistea are featured in one-star raids.
Trick or Treat!
During Halloween Part One, you may discover spooky surprises left behind by mischievous Pokémon in the wild.
Tapping on them may award encounters with event-themed Pokémon, Pikachu Candy, Zubat Candy, Sinistea Candy, or Rare Candy if you’re lucky.
Halloween Part One Research
Free Timed Research
Free Halloween Part One Timed Research will be available to all Trainers. Its tasks will be automatically completed, so you won’t need to complete additional challenges to finish the tasks. You still need to claim the rewards before they expire.
Rewards include:
- 6 Rare Candies
- An encounter with Pikachu wearing a hat and capelet, with a chance to be Shiny
Timed Research Deadline
Complete and claim all free Timed Research rewards before Sunday, November 1, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. local time. The research expires when Halloween Part One ends, even though the Halloween GO Pass continues afterward.
Field Research
Event-themed Field Research tasks will be available. Complete Field Research tasks to earn encounters with event-themed Pokémon.
Specific Field Research tasks and encounter rewards have not yet been officially announced. We’ll update this section as they become available.
Shiny Pokémon in this event
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Pikachu
Wearing a hat and capelet
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Pikachu
Wearing a hat and capelet, female
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Zubat
Wearing a top hat
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Zubat
Wearing a top hat, female
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Golbat
Wearing a top hat
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Golbat
Wearing a top hat, female
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Crobat
Wearing a top hat
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Antique Sinistea
Wearing a bow
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Phony Sinistea
Wearing a bow
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Polteageist
Wearing a bow
GO Pass: Halloween 2026
The Halloween 2026 GO Pass and GO Pass Deluxe run from Tuesday, October 27, at 10:00 a.m. to Thursday, November 5, 2026, at 8:00 p.m. local time, spanning both parts of Halloween.
Trainers automatically receive the free GO Pass when it begins. Complete Pass Tasks, earn GO Points, and rank up to unlock rewards and catch bonuses. Keep an eye out for additional GO Pass bonus tasks during the event.
GO Pass Candy and Stardust Bonuses
Reach the following milestone ranks to activate your bonuses. GO Pass Deluxe offers larger bonuses at the same ranks.
| Milestone | Free GO Pass | GO Pass Deluxe |
|---|---|---|
| Rank 10 (Tier 1) | 2× Candy for catching Pokémon | 3× Candy for catching Pokémon |
| Rank 20 (Tier 2) | 2× Stardust for catching Pokémon | 3× Stardust for catching Pokémon |
Free GO Pass Rewards
Complete Pass Tasks to rank up your GO Pass and earn rewards including:
- Encounters with event-themed Pokémon
- Candy for event-themed Pokémon
- Rare Candy
- Ultra Balls and other rewards
GO Pass Deluxe Rewards and Prices
For US$7.99, Trainers can upgrade to GO Pass Deluxe for upgraded rewards and faster progression.
For US$9.99, Trainers can purchase GO Pass Deluxe + 10 Ranks, which also provides enough GO Points to reach Rank 11.
GO Pass Deluxe includes rewards from both the free and paid tracks. You can upgrade later and still collect paid rewards from ranks you’ve already unlocked. Additional Deluxe rewards include:
- More encounters with event-themed Pokémon
- Patissier Top and Patissier Pants
- Rare Candy XL
- Premium Battle Passes and more rewards
Prices are shown in US dollars; local pricing tiers and availability may vary by region.
Pokémon GO Web Store Exclusive Bonuses
Purchasing a Halloween GO Pass Deluxe upgrade through the Pokémon GO Web Store also includes the following gifts with purchase:
| Web Store Offer | Extra Items |
|---|---|
| GO Pass Deluxe: Halloween 2026 | 10 Ultra Balls, 5 Max Revives, 1 Premium Battle Pass, 5 Max Potions |
| GO Pass Deluxe: Halloween 2026 + 10 Ranks | 10 Ultra Balls, 5 Max Revives, 2 Premium Battle Passes, 5 Max Potions |
| GO Pass Deluxe: Halloween 2026 + 10 Ranks Ultra Box | 20 Ultra Balls, 10 Max Revives, 10 Max Potions, 5 Premium Battle Passes |
GO Pass Expiration Notice
The last day to earn GO Points and rank up is Thursday, November 5, 2026, at 8:00 p.m. local time. Rewards you’ve unlocked must be claimed before Saturday, November 7, 2026, at 8:00 p.m. local time.
Halloween Music and Decorations
Lavender Town Music
A remix of the Lavender Town music will play each night during the Halloween event. Turn up your in-game sound to feel like you’re taking a stroll through Lavender Town!
Halloween Decorations
During both parts of the Halloween event, Pokémon encounters, PokéStops, and Gyms will be decorated for the holiday.
New Avatar Items and Stickers
Halloween Avatar Items
The following avatar items will be available to purchase in the in-game shop during Halloween 2026 and will continue to be available after the event ends:
- Gothic Skirt Set
- Gothic Shorts Set
- Gothic Socks
- Gothic Boots
Halloween Stickers
You can get event-themed stickers by spinning PokéStops, opening Gifts, and purchasing them from the in-game shop.
What’s Next: Halloween 2026 Part Two
Halloween 2026 Part Two begins immediately after Part One ends, on Sunday, November 1, at 10:00 a.m. local time, and runs through November 5 at 8:00 p.m. local time. It introduces Shiny Greavard and lets Mega Sableye reach Super Max Level.
The Halloween GO Pass continues across both parts of the event, but the free Halloween Part One Timed Research expires when Part One ends. Be sure to claim those rewards first!
Source: Official Pokémon GO Halloween 2026 Part I announcement.
