Global event · July 21–27, 2026
Checking scheduleUltra Unlock: 10th Anniversary Edition
Plan the rotating starter spawns, escalating Catch XP, team backgrounds, Professor Willow’s assistant Pikachu, and event GO Pass rewards.
Why it matters
The event opportunity
The final rotation begins July 25 with Alola, Galar, and Paldea first partners, while Catch XP rises to 10× through the end of the event.
Bonuses
10th Anniversary Edition bonuses
- 6×, 8×, then 10× Catch XP across three event windows
- First partner Pokémon may have a team-specific Special Background
- GO Pass milestones can unlock extra Catch Candy and Candy XL chances
- Normal Lure Modules may attract Beldum, Gible, Dreepy, and more
Features
How this event works
- Three starter rotations spotlight different Pokémon generations during the event.
- Team-specific Special Backgrounds can appear on first partner Pokémon.
- Normal Lure Modules can attract additional rare event Pokémon.
Spawns
Wild Pokémon to look for
These Pokémon are listed as wild or rotating event encounters. Open one for its complete DexJourney guide.
BulbasaurWild encounter#001
CharmanderWild encounter#004
SquirtleWild encounter#007
RowletFinal rotation#722
LittenFinal rotation#725
PopplioFinal rotation#728
GrookeyFinal rotation#810
ScorbunnyFinal rotation#813
SobbleFinal rotation#816
SprigatitoFinal rotation#906
FuecocoFinal rotation#909
QuaxlyFinal rotation#912Research
Tasks, encounters, and deadlines
- Event-themed Field Research rewards first partner Pokémon encounters.
- Research and GO Pass tasks have separate completion and reward-claim deadlines.
Field ResearchVerified
- Task
- Win a raid
- Reward
- Professor Willow’s assistant Pikachu encounter
Birthday Field Research · July 21 onlyVerified
- Task
- Catch 10 Pokémon
- Reward
- Professor Willow’s assistant Pikachu encounter
Field ResearchVerified
- Task
- Catch 100 Pokémon
- Reward
- Possible: 10 PokéCoins, Lucky Egg, Star Piece, Lure Module, or Incense
Field ResearchVerified
- Task
- Spin 50 PokéStops or Gyms
- Reward
- Possible: 10 PokéCoins, Lucky Egg, Star Piece, Lure Module, or Incense
Field ResearchVerified
- Task
- Complete 5 Field Research tasks
- Reward
- Possible: 10 PokéCoins, Lucky Egg, Star Piece, Lure Module, or Incense
Timed Research · Step 1Verified
- Task
- Catch 10 Pokémon
- Reward
- 21 Poké Balls
Timed Research · Step 1Verified
- Task
- Complete 3 Field Research tasks
- Reward
- 3 Fast TMs
Timed Research · Step 1Verified
- Task
- Make 10 Nice Throws
- Reward
- 3 Silver Pinap Berries
Timed Research · Step 1 completionVerified
- Task
- Complete all three tasks
- Reward
- 721 XP, Professor Willow’s assistant Pikachu, and 721 Stardust
Timed Research · Step 2Verified
- Task
- Catch 10 Pokémon
- Reward
- 21 Great Balls
Timed Research · Step 2Verified
- Task
- Complete 3 Field Research tasks
- Reward
- 3 Charged TMs
Timed Research · Step 2Verified
- Task
- Send 3 Gifts to friends
- Reward
- 21 Ultra Balls
Timed Research · Step 2 completionVerified
- Task
- Complete all three tasks
- Reward
- 721 XP, Professor Willow’s assistant Pikachu, and 721 Stardust
Timed Research · Step 3Verified
- Task
- Catch 10 Pokémon
- Reward
- 1 Lucky Egg
Timed Research · Step 3Verified
- Task
- Complete 3 Field Research tasks
- Reward
- 1 Star Piece
Timed Research · Step 3Verified
- Task
- Spin 10 PokéStops or Gyms
- Reward
- 1 Lure Module
Timed Research · Step 3 completionVerified
- Task
- Complete all three tasks
- Reward
- 721 XP, Professor Willow’s assistant Pikachu, and 721 Stardust
Research is checked automatically against a cached community report. Always confirm tasks in Pokémon GO before using premium items.
GO Pass
Rank rewards and milestones
- Earn 100 GO Points per rank through Rank 60.
- Deluxe Trainers can claim both the free and Deluxe reward tracks.
- Claim earned rewards before the announced GO Pass claim deadline.
| Rank | Free track | Deluxe track |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,010 XP | 2,026 XP |
| 2 | Party Hat Bulbasaur encounter | Party Hat Bulbasaur encounter |
| 3 | Party Hat Charmander encounter | Party Hat Charmander encounter |
| 4 | Party Hat Squirtle encounter | Party Hat Squirtle encounter |
| 5 | 1 Incense | 1 Incense |
| 6 | 10 Razz Berries | 20 Razz Berries |
| 7 | 1,010 Stardust | 2,026 Stardust |
| 8 | 5 Razz Berries | 1 Lure Module |
| 9 | Professor Willow’s assistant Pikachu encounter | Professor Willow’s assistant Pikachu encounter |
| 10 | 2× Catch Candy bonus | 3× Catch Candy bonus |
| 11 | 10 Great Balls | 20 Great Balls |
| 12 | 10 Ultra Balls | 1 Lucky Egg |
| 13 | Professor Willow’s assistant Pikachu encounter | Professor Willow’s assistant Pikachu encounter |
| 14 | 10 Pinap Berries | 20 Pinap Berries |
| 15 | 10th Anniversary Tee (Yellow) | 2,026 Stardust |
| 16 | Gimmighoul with a 10th Anniversary Coin | Gimmighoul with a 10th Anniversary Coin |
| 17 | 3 Golden Razz Berries | 5 Golden Razz Berries |
| 18 | 10 Ultra Balls | 20 Ultra Balls |
| 19 | Professor Willow’s assistant Pikachu encounter | Professor Willow’s assistant Pikachu encounter |
| 20 | Increased Candy XL chance from catches | No additional Deluxe reward |
| 21 | 3 Golden Razz Berries | 5 Golden Razz Berries |
| 22 | Professor Willow’s assistant Pikachu encounter | Professor Willow’s assistant Pikachu encounter |
| 23 | 15 Ultra Balls | 30 Ultra Balls |
| 24 | 3 Silver Pinap Berries | 5 Silver Pinap Berries |
| 25 | 1 Lucky Egg | 1 Premium Battle Pass |
| 26 | Party Hat Bulbasaur encounter | Party Hat Bulbasaur encounter |
| 27 | Party Hat Charmander encounter | Party Hat Charmander encounter |
| 28 | Party Hat Squirtle encounter | Party Hat Squirtle encounter |
| 29 | Professor Willow’s assistant Pikachu encounter | Professor Willow’s assistant Pikachu encounter |
| 30 | 1 Golden Lure Module | 1 Golden Lure Module |
| 31 | 50 Stardust | 100 Stardust |
| 32 | 50 Stardust | 100 Stardust |
| 33 | 50 Stardust | 100 Stardust |
| 34 | 50 Stardust | 100 Stardust |
| 35 | 50 Stardust | 100 Stardust |
| 36 | 50 Stardust | 100 Stardust |
| 37 | 50 Stardust | 100 Stardust |
| 38 | 50 Stardust | 100 Stardust |
| 39 | 50 Stardust | 100 Stardust |
| 40 | 50 Stardust | 100 Stardust |
| 41 | 50 Stardust | 100 Stardust |
| 42 | 50 Stardust | 100 Stardust |
| 43 | 50 Stardust | 100 Stardust |
| 44 | 50 Stardust | 100 Stardust |
| 45 | 50 Stardust | 100 Stardust |
| 46 | 50 Stardust | 100 Stardust |
| 47 | 50 Stardust | 100 Stardust |
| 48 | 50 Stardust | 100 Stardust |
| 49 | 50 Stardust | 100 Stardust |
| 50 | 50 Stardust | 100 Stardust |
| 51 | 50 Stardust | 100 Stardust |
| 52 | 50 Stardust | 100 Stardust |
| 53 | 50 Stardust | 100 Stardust |
| 54 | 50 Stardust | 100 Stardust |
| 55 | 50 Stardust | 100 Stardust |
| 56 | 50 Stardust | 100 Stardust |
| 57 | 50 Stardust | 100 Stardust |
| 58 | 50 Stardust | 100 Stardust |
| 59 | 50 Stardust | 100 Stardust |
| 60 | 100 PokéCoins | 250 PokéCoins |
Featured Pokémon
What to catch, hatch, raid, or evolve
Open any Pokémon for evolution requirements, forms, costumes, search examples, and recommended battle movesets.
BulbasaurKanto starter#001CharmanderKanto starter#004SquirtleKanto starter#007RowletAlola starter#722LittenAlola starter#725PopplioAlola starter#728GrookeyGalar starter#810ScorbunnyGalar starter#813SobbleGalar starter#816SprigatitoPaldea starter#906FuecocoPaldea starter#909QuaxlyPaldea starter#912
PikachuProfessor Willow costume#025
BeldumLure target#374
GibleLure target#443
DreepyLure target#885Strategy
A practical event plan
- Use Lucky Eggs during the highest Catch XP window if XP is your goal.
- Check starter encounters for the team-specific Special Background before transferring.
- Complete Field Research and the GO Pass before their separate expiration times.
- Save any event-exclusive costume and background goals in DexJourney as you catch them.
Sources
Accuracy and updates
Dates and published mechanics are checked against the official Pokémon GO announcement. Unreleased details stay labeled as pending.