A comprehensive guide to Pokémon GO June 2022 events, bonuses, the new Season of GO changes and more. June is almost upon us, bringing with it a brand new season, and a new month of events.
Klink is the June 2022 Research reward Pokémon, Mewtwo, Groudon and Kyogre make a return to Raids, and Adventure Week and TCG Crossover event take place during the month of June in Pokémon GO.
GO Battle League Season 11 also starts on June 1st, and brings its own set of changes and updates to the game. Let’s dive in!
The Season of GO is here!
A new in-game Season is coming soon to Pokémon GO: the Season of GO! Celebrate all things Pokémon GO beginning on Wednesday, June 1, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. local time! Season of GO Brings the following bonuses:
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Increased Friendship bonus damage for Raids
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Increased damage for Pokémon participating in Raids remotely
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Guaranteed Candy XL when trading Pokémon
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Earlier XL Candy Access: From the Season of GO onward, we are reducing the level requirement necessary to obtain Candy XL. Now, all Trainers level 31 and above will be able to get Candy XL as a reward!
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One extra Pokémon Candy when trading Pokémon
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One extra Special Trade per day
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Guaranteed Gifts from PokéStop spins
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Lure Module duration extended to one hour
Head over to our Season of GO article to learn more.
Pokémon GO Fest 2022
Are you ready for our global Pokémon GO Fest 2022 kick-off event? Join the fun on Saturday, June 4, 2022 and Sunday, June 5, 2022, and encounter the Mythical Pokémon Shaymin, the Gratitude Pokémon, for the very first time in Pokémon GO!
Tickets are available now. Our handy preparation guide is here to help you get ready.
June 2022 Community Day: Deino
June 2022 Community Day: Deino takes place on Saturday, June 25, 2022, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. local time. Deino will appear more frequently in the wild, if you’re lucky you might encounter a Shiny one!
For the first time ever, June Community Day will have a post-event that takes place after the three-hour Community Day event ends. Trainers will be able to challenge special four-star Raids featuring Zweilous, and unlock additional spawns around the Gym.
Learn more here: June 2022 Community Day: Deino
Adventure Week
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Tuesday, June 7, 2022 to Sunday, June, 12 2022.
Adventure Week returns! Get ready to explore the wide world of fossils and Rock-type Pokémon during this fan-favorite event running from Tuesday, June 7, 2022 to Sunday, June, 12 2022.
Learn more here: Adventure Week 2022
Pokémon TCG Crossover Event
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Thursday, June 16, 2022, to Thursday, June 30, 2022
Universes are colliding! Fans of the Pokémon TCG will want to see what we have in store for this exciting crossover collaboration, taking place from Thursday, June 16, 2022, to Thursday, June 30, 2022.
Featured Pokémon in Raids
Please note: Raid rotations all start and end at 10:00 a.m. local time on the dates listed unless otherwise noted.
The following Pokémon will be appearing in raids throughout June:
Five-Star Raids
The Legendary Pokémon Kyogre, Groudon, and Mewtwo will return to five-star raids this June!
- Wednesday, June 1, 2022, to Tuesday, June 7, 2022: Kyogre
- Tuesday, June 7, 2022, to Thursday, June 16, 2022: Groudon
- Thursday, June 16, 2022, to Thursday, June 23, 2022: Mewtwo with Shadow Ball (*)
- Thursday, June 23, 2022, to Friday July 1, 2022: Mewtwo with Psystrike (**)
If you’re lucky, you might encounter a Shiny one!
* Mewtwo caught during this period will know the Charged Attack Shadow Ball.
** Mewtwo caught during this period will know the Charged Attack Psystrike.
Mega Raids
Mega Aerodactyl, Mega Steelix, Mega Venusaur, and Mega Blastoise, will appear in Mega Raids.
- Wednesday, June 1, 2022, to Tuesday, June 7, 2022: Mega Steelix
- Tuesday, June 7, 2022, to Thursday, June 16, 2022: Mega Aerodactyl
- Thursday, June 16, 2022, to Thursday, June 23, 2022: Mega Venusaur
- Thursday, June 23, 2022, to Friday July 1, 2022: Mega Blastoise
If you’re lucky, you might encounter a Shiny one!
Raid Hours
Every Wednesday in June, a Raid Hour event will occur from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. local time. The following Pokémon will be featured:
- Wednesday, June 1, 2022: Kyogre
- Wednesday, June 8, 2022: Groudon
- Wednesday, June 15, 2022: Groudon
- Wednesday, June 22, 2022: Mewtwo with Shadow Ball (*)
- Wednesday, June 29, 2022: Mewtwo with Psystrike (**)
If you’re lucky, you might encounter a Shiny one!
* Mewtwo caught during this period will know the Charged Attack Shadow Ball.
** Mewtwo caught during this period will know the Charged Attack Psystrike
June Research Breakthrough Encounter: Klink
Klink
From Wednesday, June 1, 2022, at 1:00 p.m. PDT (GMT −7) to Friday, July 1, 2022, at 1:00 p.m. PDT (GMT −7) Klink will be featured in the weekly research breakthrough box. If you’re lucky, you might encounter a Shiny Pokémon!
Pokémon Spotlight Hours
In the month of June, Pokémon Spotlight Hour will take place every Tuesday from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. local time, and each will spotlight a different Pokémon and a special bonus!
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| June 7 |
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| June 14 |
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| June 21 |
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| June 28 | ?????? |
GO Battle League Season 11
The GO Battle League is back with Season 11! With new cups like the Fossil Cup, the Summer Cup, and GO Fest Catch Cup to play in and the 2022 Pokémon World Championships coming in August, there’s never been a better time to get into the GO Battle League.
GO Battle League Season 11 will start on Wednesday, June 1, 2022, at 1:00 p.m. PDT (GMT −7)
Earlier Candy XL Access
Starting with the Season of GO and continuing beyond, we are reducing the level at which Trainers can begin earning Candy XL. Now, all Trainers level 31 and above will be able to earn Candy XL!