Pokémon GO Halloween 2026 Event Guide: Part 1, Part 2, GO Pass Rewards & Pokopia Halloween Event

The Pokémon GO Halloween 2026 event is bringing a full month of spooky-themed content, including new costumed Pokémon, rare encounters, special research rewards, and the return of Halloween-exclusive bonuses.

This year's Halloween event is divided into two parts, with different Pokémon encounters and gameplay features arriving throughout the event. Players can also participate in the limited-time Halloween 2026 GO Pass to earn additional rewards.

For players who want to prepare more resources for event raids, encounters, and special releases, buying PokéCoins through TOPUPlive can save up to 65%, helping trainers get more value when preparing for seasonal events.

▍Pokémon GO Halloween 2026 Events Date

▍Part 1 New Costumed Pokémon

Three new Halloween costume Pokémon will debut during Part 1:

These costumed Pokémon will be available through different event activities, making Part 1 an important event for collectors who want to complete their costume Pokémon collection.

▍Part 1 Wild Encounters & Raids

During Part 1, players can encounter several Halloween-themed Pokémon.

Wild Encounters

Featured wild Pokémon include:

• Zubat wearing a Halloween hat
• Duskull
• Halloween Mischief Costume Piplup
• Other Halloween-themed Pokémon

A rare encounter opportunity is also available for Halloween Costume Drifblim, making it one of the more valuable wild catches during the event.

1-Star Raids

1-Star Raids will feature:

• Halloween Hat & Scarf Pikachu
• Bow Costume Sinistea

Players looking for the new costumed Pokémon should prioritize these raids before Part 1 ends.

▍Halloween Surprise Boxes

A special feature of Halloween 2026 is the appearance of Halloween Surprise Boxes on the map.

By interacting with these boxes, trainers can receive:

• Event Pokémon encounters
• Pokémon Candy
• Rare Candy encounters

These surprise boxes provide additional opportunities to collect event Pokémon without relying only on wild spawns or raids.

▍Other Halloween Part 1 Features

The first part of the event also adds several seasonal changes:

• Lavender Town remix music during nighttime
• Halloween decorations around Gyms and PokéStops
• New gothic-style avatar items
• New Halloween-themed stickers

These cosmetic changes create a stronger Halloween atmosphere throughout the Pokémon GO world.

▍Part 2 Shiny Greavard Debut

The biggest highlight of Part 2 is the first appearance of Shiny Greavard.

Players can encounter Greavard through:

• Wild encounters
• GO Pass rewards
• Field Research tasks

Greavard can evolve into Houndstone using:

50 Greavard Candy

For collectors and shiny hunters, this will be one of the most important targets of Halloween 2026 Part 2.

▍Part 2 New Mega Level

Another major update is the first unlock of Mega Sableye Super Max Level.

When Mega Sableye reaches this enhanced Mega Evolution level, it gains:

• Higher Mega Evolution benefits
• Access to the enhanced Ghost-type move Night Shade+

Night Shade+ performance:

The move becomes stronger as Mega Sableye's Super Max Level increases.

▍Part 2 Wild Encounters & Raids

Wild Encounters

Featured Pokémon include:

• Litwick
• Halloween Costume Rowlet
• Greavard

A rare encounter is also available for:

• Spooky Festival Costume Gengar

Raids

Part 2 continues featuring:

• Halloween Costume Pikachu
• Halloween Costume Sinistea

Players who missed these Pokémon during Part 1 will have another chance to obtain them.

▍Halloween 2026 GO Pass Rewards

The Halloween 2026 GO Pass runs throughout both parts of the event.

1. GO Pass Duration

October 27, 2026 10:00 AM – November 5, 2026 8:00 PM

Players can choose between:

• Free reward track
• Deluxe GO Pass
• +10 Rank version

The Deluxe version costs approximately US$4.99 and provides additional rewards.

2. GO Pass Rank Rewards

Additional rewards include:

• Event Pokémon encounters
• Pokémon Candy
• Rare Candy
• Poké Balls
• Great Balls
• Ultra Balls

3. Deluxe GO Pass Extra Rewards

The Deluxe track includes additional items such as:

• Pastry Chef avatar outfit
• XL Rare Candy
• Premium Raid Passes
• Additional event rewards

All GO Pass rewards must be claimed before:

November 7, 2026 8:00 PM

Players who want to maximize event rewards should complete GO Pass tasks before the deadline.

▍Pokémon Pokopia Halloween Event: Pumpkaboo's Sweet Surprises

Alongside Pokémon GO, Pokémon Pokopia is also celebrating Halloween with its first seasonal event.

Event Time:

October 17, 2026 (Saturday) 5:00 AM – November 1, 2026 (Sunday) 4:59 AM

The event introduces:

• Pumpkaboo
• Gourgeist

Players can interact with Pumpkaboo and help create a Halloween-themed environment.

▍How to Play Pumpkaboo's Sweet Surprises?

1. Become Friends with Pumpkaboo

Players need to:

• Build at least one Pokémon Center
• Approach Pumpkaboo near the Pokémon Center
• Talk with Pumpkaboo to become friends

The game must be updated to:

Version 2.0.1

2. Collect Pumpkin Candy

During the event, players can use:

• Zorua's disguise ability
• Ditto's transformation ability

Transform into Pokémon-preferred furniture or objects.

When approaching Pokémon while disguised, players can surprise them and obtain:

Pumpkin Candy

3. Exchange Pumpkin Candy for Decorations

Pumpkin Candy can be exchanged at Pokémon Centers for:

• Halloween furniture
• Seasonal decorations
• Special event items

4. Attract Gourgeist

By creating specific decoration combinations, players can build suitable habitats and attract Gourgeist to become a friend. After the event ends, Pumpkaboo and Gourgeist will remain in the town.

▍How to Prepare for Pokémon GO Halloween 2026?

To get the most out of Halloween 2026, trainers should prepare before the event starts.

1. Save PokéCoins for Raids and Items

Players may need PokéCoins for:

• Raid Passes
• Storage upgrades
• Event boxes
• Other limited-time items

Trainers who need more PokéCoins can use TOPUPlive Pokémon GO top up, with discounts of up to 65%, allowing players to prepare more efficiently for major events.

2. Prepare Pokémon Storage

Halloween events usually introduce multiple limited-time Pokémon, including:

• Costumed Pokémon
• Shiny Pokémon
• New evolution lines

Make sure your Pokémon storage has enough space before the event begins.

3. Complete GO Pass Tasks Early

Since GO Pass rewards have a limited claiming period, completing tasks throughout the event is better than waiting until the final day.

▍FAQs about Pokémon GO Halloween 2026

1. When does Pokémon GO Halloween 2026 start?

Pokémon GO Halloween 2026 Part 1 starts on October 27, 2026 at 10:00 AM local time.

2. What new Pokémon are coming in Halloween 2026?

New featured Pokémon include costumed Pikachu, Zubat, Sinistea, Shiny Greavard, and the Mega Sableye Super Max Level update.

3. Can Halloween costume Pokémon be shiny?

Yes. The newly introduced Halloween costume Pokémon in Part 1 can appear as shiny versions.

4. How do I get Shiny Greavard?

Shiny Greavard can be obtained through wild encounters, GO Pass rewards, and Field Research during Part 2.

5. How much is the Halloween 2026 GO Pass Deluxe?

The Deluxe GO Pass costs approximately US$4.99.

6. How do I get more PokéCoins for Halloween events?

Players can purchase PokéCoins through different methods, including discounted Pokémon GO top-up services such as TOPUPlive.

▍Conclusion

Pokémon GO Halloween 2026 offers one of the biggest seasonal events of the year, with two phases of content, new costume Pokémon, Shiny Greavard, Mega Sableye updates, and a special GO Pass system.

Read more Pokémon GO news here:

👉 Pokémon GO GO Pass Guide

👉 Pokémon GO Promo Codes

👉 Ultimate Pokémon GO Top-Up Guide

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