Pokémon GO February 2026 Events: Complete Guide
February 2026 is packed with exciting Pokémon GO events! From the dual Vulpix Community Day to the massive GO Tour: Kalos celebration, this month has something for every trainer. Here's everything you need to know.
📅 February 2026 Event Calendar
| Date | Event | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 31 - Feb 1 | Dynamax Ho-Oh Weekend | Max Battle |
| Feb 1 | Vulpix Community Day | Community Day |
| Feb 7 | Catch Mastery Day | Special Event |
| Feb 14 | Valentine's Day Raid Day | Raid Day |
| Feb 15 | Max Battle Day | Max Battle |
| Feb 20-22 | GO Tour: Kalos (Tainan/LA) | In-Person |
| Feb 28 - Mar 1 | GO Tour: Kalos Global | Global Event |
🔥 Dynamax Ho-Oh Max Battle Weekend
Dates: January 31 - February 1, 2026 (6:00 AM - 9:00 PM local time)
The legendary Rainbow Pokémon makes its Dynamax debut! This is your first chance to catch Dynamax Ho-Oh and Shiny Dynamax Ho-Oh in Pokémon GO.
Event Bonuses
| Bonus | Details |
|---|---|
| Max Particle Limit | Increased to 1,600 |
| Adventure Distance | 1/4 distance for Max Particles |
| Power Spot Refresh | More frequent |
| Max Particles from Spots | 8× multiplier |
Free Timed Research
Available from January 26, 2026. Complete tasks to earn:
- Dynamax Kabuto encounter
- Kabuto Candy
- Max Particles
- XP
⚠️ Deadline: February 1, 9:00 PM local time
Paid Ticket ($4.99)
| Reward | Amount |
|---|---|
| Max Particles | 6,400 |
| XP | 25,000 |
| Max Battle XP | 2× bonus |
| Candy/Candy XL | Increased from 5-star Max Battles |
Tips for Ho-Oh Weekend
- Stock up on Max Particles before the event starts
- Complete the free research early - don't miss the deadline
- Target Power Spots during peak hours for 8× particles
- Bring Rock, Electric, and Water types - Ho-Oh is weak to these
- Golden Razz + Excellent throws for best catch rates
🦊 February Community Day: Vulpix & Alolan Vulpix
Date: Sunday, February 1, 2026 Time: 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM local time
A special dual Community Day featuring both Vulpix forms! This is a rare opportunity to get both regional variants with exclusive moves.
Featured Pokémon
| Pokémon | Type | Shiny Available |
|---|---|---|
| Vulpix | Fire | ✅ Yes |
| Alolan Vulpix | Ice | ✅ Yes |
Exclusive Moves
| Evolution | Exclusive Move | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ninetales | Energy Ball | Grass | Coverage move |
| Alolan Ninetales | Chilling Water | Water | PvP relevant |
Evolution Window: Evolve during the event or up to 4 hours after (until 9:00 PM) to get exclusive moves.
Event Bonuses
| Bonus | Multiplier |
|---|---|
| Catch XP | 3× |
| Catch Candy | 2× |
| Candy XL (Lv 31+) | 2× chance |
| Incense Duration | Extended |
Special Research Ticket ($1.99)
Purchase the Special Research ticket for extra rewards:
- 2× Special Background Vulpix encounters
- 1× Special Background Alolan Vulpix encounter
- 1× Premium Battle Pass
- 1× Rare Candy XL
- Additional encounters and items
PvP Analysis
Alolan Ninetales with Chilling Water:
- Great for Great League and Ultra League
- Chilling Water provides Water-type coverage
- Excellent against Ground, Rock, and Fire types
Ninetales with Energy Ball:
- Useful coverage against Water, Ground, and Rock
- Niche pick in certain Great League teams
Community Day Priorities
- Focus on Alolan Vulpix - Chilling Water is more PvP relevant
- Hunt for high IV specimens for Ultra League
- Catch everything during 3× XP window
- Use Star Pieces during peak catching
- Save Pinap Berries for Candy farming
🌍 GO Tour 2026: Kalos
The biggest event of February! GO Tour 2026 celebrates the Kalos region from Pokémon X and Y.
In-Person Events (February 20-22, 2026)
| Location | Venue |
|---|---|
| Tainan, Taiwan | Tainan Metropolitan Park |
| Los Angeles, USA | Rose Bowl Stadium |
Global Event (February 28 - March 1, 2026)
Time: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM local time (both days)
Everyone worldwide can participate in the global celebration!
Featured Content
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Shiny Diancie | Pokémon GO debut (Masterwork Research) |
| Costumed Pikachu | Calem's & Serena's hats |
| Shiny Starters | Increased Chespin, Fennekin, Froakie |
| Mega Encounters | Kalos Mega Pokémon |
Kalos Starters Spotlight
| Pokémon | Type | Final Evolution |
|---|---|---|
| Chespin | Grass | Chesnaught |
| Fennekin | Fire | Delphox |
| Froakie | Water | Greninja |
Shiny Diancie
The mythical Rock/Fairy-type Diancie will be available in its Shiny form for the first time! Ticket holders can access special Masterwork Research to encounter Shiny Diancie.
Preparation Tips
- Clear storage space - expect many new catches
- Stock up on Poké Balls and berries
- Prepare Mega Energy for Kalos Mega Pokémon
- Save Rare Candies for Diancie power-ups
- Plan your route if attending in-person
📆 Weekly Events
Spotlight Hours (Tuesdays, 6-7 PM)
| Date | Pokémon | Bonus |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 4 | TBA | TBA |
| Feb 11 | TBA | TBA |
| Feb 18 | TBA | TBA |
| Feb 25 | TBA | TBA |
Spotlight Hour details typically announced 1-2 weeks in advance.
Raid Hours (Wednesdays, 6-7 PM)
Five-star raids will feature the current Legendary rotation. Check in-game for the latest raid boss.
Max Mondays
Every Monday, Max Battles receive special bonuses. Great for farming Max Particles!
💝 Valentine's Day Events
Raid Day (February 14)
Expect love-themed Pokémon in raids! Previous years featured:
- Luvdisc
- Alomomola
- Chansey
- Audino
Official details to be announced closer to the date.
Potential Valentine's Spawns
- Pink Pokémon increased
- Fairy-types boosted
- Love-themed collection challenges
🎯 February Priorities Checklist
Must-Do Events
- Dynamax Ho-Oh (Jan 31 - Feb 1) - First Dynamax Ho-Oh!
- Vulpix Community Day (Feb 1) - Exclusive moves
- GO Tour Global (Feb 28 - Mar 1) - Shiny Diancie chance
Nice-to-Do
- Complete free Timed Research (Jan 26 deadline)
- Farm Candy XL during Community Day
- Participate in Valentine's Day events
- Weekly Spotlight Hours
Preparation Tasks
- Stock Max Particles (aim for 1,000+)
- Clear Pokémon storage (50+ slots)
- Prepare evolution candidates
- Buy Remote Raid Passes for GO Tour
💰 Spending Guide
| Event | Free? | Ticket Price | Worth It? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ho-Oh Weekend | Partial | $4.99 | ⭐⭐⭐ Good for hardcore |
| Community Day | Partial | $1.99 | ⭐⭐ Optional extras |
| GO Tour Global | Partial | TBA | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Must-buy for Diancie |
| GO Tour In-Person | No | TBA | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ If you can attend |
Budget Recommendation
If you can only buy one ticket this month, GO Tour Global is the best value for Shiny Diancie access.
📱 Useful Resources
- Official Events Page: pokemongolive.com/events
- Leek Duck Events: leekduck.com/events
- Pokemon GO Hub: pokemongohub.net
Summary
February 2026 is one of the biggest months in Pokémon GO history! With Dynamax Ho-Oh, dual Vulpix Community Day, and the massive GO Tour: Kalos celebration, there's no shortage of content.
Key Dates to Remember:
- 🔥 Jan 31 - Feb 1: Dynamax Ho-Oh Weekend
- 🦊 Feb 1: Vulpix Community Day
- 💝 Feb 14: Valentine's Day Raid Day
- 🌍 Feb 20-22: GO Tour In-Person (Tainan/LA)
- 🎉 Feb 28 - Mar 1: GO Tour Global
Good luck, Trainers! May your catches be shiny and your throws be excellent!
Last Updated: January 28, 2026