World space week 2026 pokemon

On 6 October 2026, Niantic announced a special in-game event for Pokémon GO to coincide with the annual World Space Week, which runs from 4 October to 10 October 2026. This year’s collaboration focuses on the theme of "Space and Sustainability," encouraging players to explore their local environments while encountering space-themed Pokémon. Throughout the week, trainers will see an increased spawn rate of extraterrestrial and cosmic-inspired species, such as Clefairy, Lunatone, Solrock, and Deoxys, appearing in raids. The event features exclusive Field Research tasks that reward players with Stardust and rare candy, emphasizing the vastness of the Pokémon universe. Additionally, the developer has introduced a limited-time "Space Explorer" medal for players who participate in specific AR mapping tasks during the celebration. By integrating the global scientific observance of World Space Week with interactive gameplay, the event aims to inspire a new generation of space enthusiasts to look toward the stars while engaging with their physical surroundings. The event concludes on 10 October, marking a successful intersection of popular gaming culture and international space awareness.