Event window
26 Sept 2026, 10:00 – 26 Sept 2026, 20:00, local time where you play.
- Phantump encounters come from Field Research and free or paid Timed Research.
- Nice Throws or better award double catch XP and increased Candy.
- Cherubi and Drifloon are featured wild encounters.
Access
Free research is available; an optional ticket adds Timed Research.
Deadlines
Claim deadline: 26 Sept 2026, 20:00, local time.
Complete Timed Research and claim its rewards by 8 p.m. on September 26.
Prepare your day
Choose the preparation steps that support your event goal.
- Restock balls and berries
- Clear Pokémon storage
- Choose a walk with accessible PokéStops
- Leave time to finish and claim research
Track what matters
Set a personal target, record progress, and keep research completion separate from reward claiming. Keep your target, progress and claim checklist in one event plan. Sign in to save it across devices.