Pokémon GO is celebrating the 2026 Lunar New Year with a limited-time event running from Feb. 17 to 21 packed with bonuses and shiny hunts. Trainers will see increased chances to encounter Shiny Blitzle, Shiny Darumaka and Shiny Gimmighoul throughout the event. There is also paid Timed Research offering extra rewards alongside a Collection Challenge that encourages focused catching. Additional event bonuses and themed spawns round out the schedule, making it a solid window for grinding and filling out shiny collections. If you enjoy short, goal-driven events with clear incentives, this Lunar New Year celebration is worth planning around.
Source: Official Pokémon GO blog and Pokemon.com
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