Pokémon GO Schedule: October 19–25 — Palkia & Mega Charizard Raids, Morelull Spotlight Hour
Here is a summary of the major Pokémon GO events from Monday, October 19 through Sunday, October 25, 2026. This week sees the start of 5-star Palkia and Mega Charizard X and Y Raids, a Thursday Spotlight Hour, and a weekend Max Battle Day.
Raid Bosses
Starting Wednesday, October 21, Palkia (Water/Dragon type) appears in 5-star Raids, while Mega Charizard X (Fire/Dragon type) and Mega Charizard Y (Fire/Flying type) appear in Mega Raids. A Palkia Raid Hour takes place on Wednesday, October 21 from 6 p.m.–7 p.m. local time. The previous week's Dialga and Mega Dragonite Raids end on Tuesday, October 20 at 10 p.m.
For detailed Palkia counters, see the Palkia Raid guide page, or read the full guide at Pokémon GO Palkia Raid Guide. For Mega Charizard X, see the Mega Charizard X guide, and for Mega Charizard Y, see the Mega Charizard Y guide.
Spotlight Hour
- Thursday, October 22, 6 p.m.–7 p.m. local time: Morelull — 2× Stardust bonus for catches. Shiny available. Guide: Morelull Spotlight Hour
Other Events
- Monday, October 19, 6 a.m.–9 p.m. local time: Max Monday — Dynamax Sneasel appears
- Monday, October 19, 5 p.m. – Saturday, October 24, 11:59 p.m.: Minior Showers: Orionids 2026
- Saturday, October 24, 10 a.m. – Sunday, October 25, 6 p.m.: Pokémon GO City Safari Boston (schedule subject to change) — in-person event in Boston, USA
- Saturday, October 24, 2 p.m.–5 p.m. local time: Dynamax Uxie, Mesprit & Azelf Max Battle Day
All dates and times are local time and may differ from your local time zone. Raid bosses and event schedules are subject to change before official announcement.