Professor Willow’s Birthday Research

Wish Professor Willow a very happy birthday with Professor Willow’s assistant Pikachu! This adorable Pikachu makes their Pokémon GO debut as part of the Willow’s Birthday Research event along with GO Snapshots, raids, and more from Tuesday, July 21, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. local time.

Pokémon Debut

A new costumed Pokémon will appear in Field Research, Timed Research, snapshot surprises, and raids to celebrate Professor Willow’s birthday.

Pikachu Professor Willow’s assistant Pikachu

You might even encounter a Shiny one or one with a team leader–specific Special Background—if you’re lucky! This Pikachu is only available for one day, so get out there and grind!

Free Timed Research

Willow’s Birthday Research (1/3)

Task	Rewards
Catch 10 Pokémon	21× Poke Ball
Complete 3 Field Research tasks	3× Fast TM
Make 10 Nice Throws	3× Silver Pinap Berry

Rewards

Willow’s Birthday Research (2/3)

Task	Rewards
Catch 10 Pokémon	21× Great Ball
Complete 3 Field Research tasks	3× Charge TM
Send 3 Gifts to friends	21× Ultra Ball

Rewards

Willow’s Birthday Research (3/3)

Task	Rewards
Catch 10 Pokémon	1× Lucky Egg
Complete 3 Field Research tasks	1× Star Piece
Make 10 Nice Throws	1× Lure Module

Rewards

Please note that Timed Research expires. The tasks associated with this Timed Research must be completed, and their rewards must be claimed before Monday, July 27, 2026, at 8:00 p.m. local time.

Field Research

Task	Reward
Catch 10 Pokémon	Pikachu Professor Willow’s assistant Pikachu
Win a Raid	Pikachu Professor Willow’s assistant Pikachu
Spin 50 PokéStops or Gyms	10× Poke Coin