Pokémon GO is ringing in the new year with its New Year’s 2026 event running from Dec. 31 through Jan. 4. The celebration brings festive in-game fireworks alongside a lineup of costumed Pokémon including Bulbasaur, Jigglypuff, Hoothoot and Pikachu appearing in the wild. Players can also expect event bonuses to make catching and playing more rewarding during the short window. Costumed Pokémon will show up in raids as well, giving collectors another reason to jump in. It’s a low-key but fun way to close out the year and kick off January with something extra to do.
The official Pokémon GO blog for the 2026 New Year’s event has been updated with more details about Blacephalon’s Charged Attack, Mind Blown. The update gives players a clearer idea of how the move works in battle and what to expect when using Blacephalon during the event. Adding this information helps Trainers better plan raids and team builds, especially for those focused on performance rather than just collecting. The blog update is a small but useful tweak, continuing Niantic’s habit of refining event details as launch dates get closer.
Source: Official Pokémon GO blog and Pokemon.com
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