Pokémon Horizons: The Series Celebration Event 2026
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Featured Pokemon
Boosted spawns while the event is running
Raid bosses
Bosses in gyms for the length of the event
Event bonuses
Active for every trainer while the event runs
Increased chance to encounter Kecleon at PokéStopsReach Major Milestones on your event GO Pass to unlock the following bonuses.
2× Candy for catching PokémonGO Pass Deluxe: 3× Candy for catching Pokémon
Regular Lure Modules will last for one hour and may attract the featured Pokémon
Additional Stardust for catching Hatenna and WattrelKeep an eye out for additional bonus tasks for this GO Pass during the event!
Shiny Pokemon
Shiny forms you can encounter during this event
Meta picks
Featured Pokemon that are worth the stardust — ranked by competitive relevance
Event guide
Prioritize Featured Spawns
During the Pokémon Horizons Celebration Event, focus on catching the featured spawns: Charmander, Charmeleon, and Charizard wearing Friede's goggles, alongside Captain's Cap Pikachu. These Pokémon not only add a unique flair to your collection but also provide solid evolutions and nostalgic value. If you’re a fan of Chanseys or Eevees, they’re worth catching too, especially since they can be useful in various PvP formats. Don’t overlook Rockruff either; its evolution, Lycanroc, can perform well in specific metas.
Maximize the Bonuses
Take advantage of the event bonuses, especially if you have a GO Pass. With 2× Candy for catching Pokémon and a boost to 3× Candy with the GO Pass Deluxe, this is a prime opportunity to stockpile Candy for your key Pokémon. Additionally, increased Stardust from catching Hatenna and Wattrel will help you power up your favorites. Regular lure modules lasting an hour are also a boon, as they can attract the featured Pokémon, making your catching sessions more efficient.
Assessing Value
This event is definitely worth your time if you enjoy collecting unique variants. The shiny potential of 13 Pokémon, including the featured spawns, adds to the excitement. However, the raids being exclusively Captain's Cap Pikachu might not appeal to everyone, considering its lack of competitive viability in the current meta. If you’re looking for value in terms of battling, focus on catching rather than raiding this time around.
Event details sourced from the official announcement and cross-checked against the in-game news feed.