This week in Pokémon GO, players are treated to a plethora of exciting events and updates, marking the final month of the Season of Memories in Motion. The game is brimming with opportunities to catch rare Pokémon, earn rewards, and engage in thrilling battles. Here's a breakdown of the key features and events you won't want to miss.
Raid Boss Changes
One of the most anticipated changes is the return of Pheromosa, Buzzwole, Xurkitree, and Mega Glalie to the raid pool on May 13th. These powerful Ultra Beasts and Mega Pokémon will provide players with challenging battles and the chance to obtain powerful rewards. It's a great opportunity to test your skills and strategy against these formidable foes.
Max Monday
On May 11th, Dynamax Growlithe takes center stage in Max Battles from 6 PM to 7 PM. This is a great chance to catch and power up Growlithe, which can then be used in various battle formats. The event also runs from May 11 to May 17, so players can enjoy multiple opportunities to Dynamax their Growlithe.
Raid Hour
On May 13th, players can look forward to Raid Hour, where Pheromosa, Buzzwole, and Xurkitree will be featured in Five-Star Raids from 6 PM to 7 PM in their respective regions. This is an excellent time to team up with friends and take on these powerful bosses. Don't forget to check the Pokémon GO Hub for region-specific details.
Spring Marathon
The Spring Marathon event, running from May 12th to 18th, brings a host of exciting features. Flittle makes its debut, and Pikachu dons a marathon visor, adding a touch of whimsy to the game. Players can enjoy event bonuses, wild spawns, rotating bonuses, raids, Field Research, and GO Pass rewards. It's a great time to explore and earn some extra rewards.
Deino Community Day Classic
On May 16th, Pokémon GO celebrates Deino Community Day Classic. Deino, the Irate Pokémon, will be featured with a shiny boost from 2 PM to 5 PM. Players can evolve Zweilous during the event or up to 9 PM on May 16th to obtain Hydreigon, which knows the exclusive move Brutal Swing. This is a fantastic opportunity to catch and power up Deino, and the shiny boost makes it even more rewarding.
GO Pass and GO Pass Deluxe
Pokémon GO's May 2026 GO Pass and GO Pass Deluxe offer exclusive rewards, including encounters with Suicune, XP and Stardust bonuses, and PokéCoin rewards. Players can earn GO Points by completing Pass Tasks, unlock milestone rewards through ranking up, and access premium items by upgrading to the Deluxe version via the Pokémon GO Web Store. The GO Pass: May will be automatically received on May 2nd at 10 AM local time.
GO Battle League Season 26
The GO Battle League: Memories in Motion season begins on March 3rd, 2026, at 1 PM PST GMT −8. Players can look forward to end-of-season rewards, a reset of their GO Battle League rank, and a return to the 20 wins required to advance from Rank 19 to Rank 20. All other rank-up requirements remain unchanged.
Active Cups and Leagues
This week, the Ultra League and Jungle Cup: Great League Edition are active from May 5th to 12th, and the Master League and Catch Cup: Memories in Motion: Great League Edition are active from May 12th to 19th. Players can test their skills in these competitive formats and climb the ranks.
Season of Memories in Motion
The Season of Memories in Motion, running from March 3rd to June 2nd, 2026, focuses on new Daily Discovery experiences, shiny evolved Pokémon in the wild, new shiny Shadow Pokémon, and boosted shiny odds for hatching eggs and in raid encounters. Players can look forward to a wealth of exciting bonuses and discoveries throughout the season.
Memories in Motion Egg Hatches
During this season, players can expect to hatch a variety of Pokémon from different egg groups, including 2km, 5km, 10km, and 7km eggs. The Adventure Sync Rewards also include 5km and 10km Adventure Sync Eggs, offering a diverse range of Pokémon to discover.
Research Breakthrough
Completing Field Research will unlock Research Breakthrough encounters with specific Pokémon. Players can look forward to the opportunity to encounter these rare Pokémon by completing their research tasks.
In summary, Pokémon GO's May 11-17, 2026, lineup of events and updates offers something for every player. From raid boss changes to community events, there's plenty to keep trainers engaged and eager to explore the world of Pokémon.
