Pokémon GO November 2026 Event Schedule: Raids, Wild Area & Research Guide

November 2026 brings several major Pokémon GO events. This month includes GO Wild Area Global, Pawniard Community Day, Dynamax debuts, and Mega Metagross raids. All of which give trainers plenty to chase. 

Our Pokémon GO XP Guide can also help you plan your progression around the month’s biggest opportunities. For related event announcements, check the Pokémon GO News Page for further official updates. 

In the meantime, here’s the November 2026 breakdown.

Pokémon GO November 2026 Events Calendar: Complete Schedule

The November calendar features several major events from November 1 to 30. We’ll have Into the Wild, GO Wild Area Global, Dynamax Trails, and Pawniard Community Day. Use this schedule to plan your catches, raids, and research before each event ends.

Event	Event Dates	Primary Attraction & Focus
Halloween Part II	November 1–5	Spooky Halloween-themed Pokémon encounters and event-exclusive bonuses.
GO Wild Area: Sendai & Mexico City	November 6–8	Ticketed, in-person regional Wild Area live event experiences.
Into the Wild	November 9–13	Event highlighting Steel- and Dragon-type Pokémon alongside new Dynamax debuts.
GO Wild Area: Global	November 14–15	Worldwide event featuring global access and exclusive special encounters.
Minior Showers: Leonids	November 14–19	Meteor shower event with boosted Minior spawns and encounters.
Dynamax Trails	November 16–23	Dedicated raid and Max Battle activities focused on Dynamax targets.
Pawniard Community Day	November 21	Mass Pawniard spawns, featured attacks, and debut Kingambit evolution path.
Twilight Wishes	November 24–30	Seasonal narrative wrap-up event featuring unique gameplay activities.
Super Mega Raid Day	November 28	Intensive high-density Mega Raid battle rotation across gym locations.

Which November Events Should You Prioritize?

Not every event deserves the same amount of preparation. If you have limited time, focus on these major opportunities first:

Priority Event	Date Window	Preparation & Strategic Focus
GO Wild Area: Global	November 14–15	Block out time to farm featured event spawns and participate in exclusive high-tier Dynamax battles.
Pawniard Community Day	November 21	Stock up on Poké Balls and expand storage space to farm Pawniard Candy for the Kingambit (Kowtow Cleave) evolution.
Mega Metagross Raids	November 25 – December 1	Conserve Premium/Remote Raid Passes and assemble counter teams to maximize Mega Energy collection.
Into the Wild	November 9–13	Track the debut of Dynamax Regidrago and take full advantage of the temporary increase to daily Remote Raid limits.
Dynamax Trails	November 16–23	Monitor local Max Particle Spots and prioritize high-value featured Dynamax Max Battles.

Pokémon GO November 2026 Raid Schedule: Five-Star, Mega & Shadow Raids

November’s raid schedule includes Giratina, Cresselia, Darkrai, Deoxys, and Mega Metagross. Weekend Shadow Raid rotations will also feature Incarnate Forme Landorus and Tornadus, giving Trainers plenty to prepare for before the month ends.

Five-Star Raid Boss Schedule

The Five-Star Raid rotation changes at 10 a.m. local time on the scheduled dates. Here’s the complete November lineup:

Raid Date Window	Featured Five-Star Raid Bosses
October 28 – November 3	Origin Forme Giratina
November 4 – November 8	Altered Forme Giratina
November 9 – November 24	Crowned Sword Zacian & Crowned Shield Zamazenta
November 25 – December 1	Deoxys (Normal, Attack, Defense & Speed Forms)

Cresselia and Darkrai share the November 9–24 rotation, offering trainers two distinct Legendary targets. Deoxys takes over in the final week, with all four Forms available in raids. Don’t spread your Raid Passes too thin. Check which Pokémon you still need, then prioritize encounters that fill gaps in your collection or on your battle teams.

Mega Raid Schedule: When Does Mega Metagross Arrive?

Mega Metagross is one of November’s biggest Mega Raid attractions, but you’ll need to wait until November 25 to challenge it.

Mega Raid Window	Featured Mega Raid Boss
October 28 – November 8	Mega Sableye
November 16 – November 24	Mega Banette
November 25 – December 1	Mega Metagross

Mega Metagross deserves special attention from trainers who want a powerful Steel-type Mega Pokémon. Save some Mega Energy opportunities for its arrival, especially if you haven’t registered or Mega Evolved Metagross yet.

Shadow Raid Schedule

Shadow Raids also bring two Incarnate Forme Legendary Pokémon into November’s rotation.

• Shadow Incarnate Forme Landorus: Available during weekend Shadow Raids through November 3.
  
• Shadow Incarnate Forme Tornadus: Available during weekend Shadow Raids from November 4–8 and returning from November 16 through December 1.

These encounters are worth considering if you’re collecting Shadow Legendary Pokémon. Remember that Shadow Raids have separate participation requirements, so check nearby Gyms before planning your weekend raid sessions.

November 2026 Raid Hours

Raid Hours typically run from 6–7 p.m. local time, with special Monday and Tuesday sessions added during Into the Wild.

Raid Hour Date	Featured Pokémon
November 4	Altered Forme Giratina
November 9	Crowned Sword Zacian
November 10	Crowned Shield Zamazenta
November 18	Cresselia & Darkrai
November 25	Deoxys (All Four Forms)

The November 9 and 10 sessions are particularly interesting because defeating Crowned Sword Zacian and Crowned Shield Zamazenta awards their respective Crowned Sword Energy and Crowned Shield Energy.

There is no regular Wednesday Raid Hour on November 11. Plan around the special sessions instead.

GO Wild Area 2026 Global: Dates, Pokémon & Bonuses

GO Wild Area Global runs November 14 to 15, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. local time. The worldwide event focuses on Steel- and Dragon-type Pokémon. Highlights include Dynamax Dialga, Dynamax Palkia, Gigantamax Duraludon, and powerful Mighty Pokémon.

When Is GO Wild Area 2026 Global?

You can participate from anywhere in the world without traveling to an in-person event venue. The schedule is straightforward:

• Saturday, November 14: Dynamax Dialga appears in Max Battles alongside the Saturday raid lineup.
  
• Sunday, November 15: Dynamax Palkia joins the Sunday raid lineup and takes over Max Battles.
  
• Both days: Gigantamax Duraludon appears in six-star Max Battles.

The in-person GO Wild Area events in Sendai and Mexico City take place November 6–8. Don’t confuse those dates with the worldwide event.

Featured Pokémon and Dynamax Battles

The event gives trainers several reasons to explore and join battles.

Featured Dynamax / Gigantamax Target	Event Schedule & Encounter Parameters
Dynamax Dialga	Featured exclusively in high-tier Max Battles on Saturday, November 14.
Dynamax Palkia	Featured exclusively in high-tier Max Battles on Sunday, November 15.
Gigantamax Duraludon	Makes its official Pokémon GO debut in 6-Star Max Battles active across both days (Nov 14–15).

Regular raids also feature several major Pokémon:

Wild Area Global Day	Three-Star Raid Target	Five-Star Raid Targets
November 14 (Saturday)	Machamp (Modern Jacket costume)	Zekrom & White Kyurem
November 15 (Sunday)	Machamp (Modern Jacket costume)	Reshiram & Black Kyurem

Successful raids and Max Battles can also reward Pokémon with event-themed Special Backgrounds. 

GO Wild Area Ticket Bonuses and Preparation

You don’t need a paid ticket to participate in the global event. All trainers receive several useful bonuses during the event:

• Up to three free Raid Passes per day from Gym Photo Discs.
• Daily Max Particle collection limit increased to 1,600.
• Opportunities to collect GO Safari Balls from PokéStops and Gyms.
• Three GO Snapshot surprise encounters per day.
• A chance to encounter Mighty Pokémon through Routes and Incense.
• Event-themed Field Research tasks.

Ticket holders receive additional benefits, including increased Shiny encounter rates, 2× Catch Candy, six free Raid Passes per day, and a higher daily Max Particle collection limit of 3,200.

Prepare before the event starts:

Step Number	Pre-Event Preparation Protocol
Step 1	Expand and clear Pokémon storage to accommodate heavy Steel- and Dragon-type encounters, prioritizing high-IV Mighty Pokémon.
Step 2	Conserve Premium and Remote Raid Passes specifically for Dynamax Dialga, Dynamax Palkia, and featured 5-Star Legendary raid rotations.
Step 3	Power up and optimize movesets for your core Dynamax battle team ahead of high-difficulty weekend Max Battles.
Step 4	Establish a strategy for GO Safari Balls to maximize high-tier catches before they expire at the conclusion of the event window.
Step 5	Audit your Incense inventory to ensure continuous activation; ticket holders gain boosted attraction for Mighty Pokémon, including Latias and Latios.

One important detail: GO Safari Balls are only available during the event hours. Any remaining balls become inaccessible after GO Wild Area Global ends, so don’t save them.

Into the Wild Pokémon GO Event: Dynamax Debuts and Bonuses

The Into the Wild event runs from November 9–13, 2026, and gives trainers another reason to prepare their Max Battle teams ahead of GO Wild Area Global. Its highlights include Dynamax Regidrago, Dynamax Meltan via GO Pass rewards, and increased Remote Raid limits.

Dynamax Regidrago and Dynamax Meltan

Dynamax Regidrago makes its Pokémon GO debut in Into the Wild, adding a new Dragon-type to trainers’ Max Battle collections. Dynamax Meltan is also available through the event’s GO Pass progression rewards. Keep an eye on the available tasks and reward tiers if you want to add it to your collection.

Don’t ignore the GO Pass tasks. If you want Dynamax Meltan, check the reward requirements early rather than waiting until the event’s final hours. 

Remote Raid Pass Bonuses

Into the Wild also gives remote raiders more flexibility.

Date Window	Remote Raid Limit
November 9–13	Increased to 30 per day
November 14–15	No Remote Raid limit (Unlimited)

This is a useful opportunity if you regularly join raids with friends or participate in remote Legendary battles. You can also use the extended limit to target raid bosses before the GO Wild Area Global begins.

Another benefit is the increased chance of encountering a Shiny Gimmighoul through the Coin Bag. Trainers chasing this rare Shiny variant should make use of these opportunities.

How to Prepare for Into the Wild

A little preparation will make the event easier to manage.

• Check your Max Battle roster: Prepare suitable Pokémon for Dynamax encounters.
• Complete GO Pass tasks: Track your progression toward Dynamax Meltan rewards.
• Save Remote Raid Passes: Take advantage of the increased daily participation limit.
• Use the Coin Bag: Make time for Gimmighoul encounters if you’re hunting its Shiny form.
• Keep Pokémon storage available: New Dynamax encounters can quickly fill your collection.

Don’t spend all your resources right away. GO Wild Area Global begins the day after the Into the Wild event ends, so keeping some supplies for November 14–15 makes sense.

Pokémon GO Max Monday Schedule November 2026

Max Mondays give trainers a recurring chance to battle featured Dynamax Pokémon at Power Spots. November features several appearances worth tracking, especially for players preparing their teams for GO Wild Area Global.

November Max Monday Dates and Pokémon

Max Battles take place during the regular Monday event window, from 6–7 p.m. local time.

Max Monday Date	Featured Dynamax Pokémon
November 2	Dynamax Machop
November 9	No regular Max Monday event
November 16	Dynamax Trails Event Kickoff (Featured Non-Legendary Dynamax Returns)
November 23	Dynamax Espurr
November 30	Dynamax Cryogonal

Dynamax Machop is worth considering if you want to build a stronger Fighting-type option. Espurr and Cryogonal offer different collection and battle opportunities, depending on what your Max Battle roster needs.

Special Max Battles During November Events

Max Monday isn’t the only opportunity to encounter Dynamax Pokémon this month. Several special appearances deserve attention:

Dynamax / Gigantamax Target	Availability & Unlock Parameters
Dynamax Regidrago	Debuts officially in Max Battles during the Into the Wild event window.
Dynamax Dialga	Appears in high-tier Max Battles on Saturday, November 14 (GO Wild Area: Global).
Dynamax Palkia	Appears in high-tier Max Battles on Sunday, November 15 (GO Wild Area: Global).
Gigantamax Duraludon	Featured in 6-Star Max Battles across both days of the GO Wild Area: Global event.
Dynamax Meltan	Exclusive reward unlocked through GO Pass progression milestones.

How to Prepare for Max Battles

Max Battles require more planning than simply joining a standard raid. Your selected Pokémon, Max Moves, and available resources all affect how well your team performs.

Use these preparation tips:

• Build a balanced team: Choose Dynamax Pokémon that can handle the featured opponent’s attacks and weaknesses.
  
• Upgrade useful Max Moves: Invest in the moves that help your team deal damage, survive, or support teammates.
  
• Collect Max Particles: Make sure you have enough resources for the battles you want to complete.
  
• Check Power Spots: Locate nearby battle opportunities before the event window begins.
  
• Coordinate with other trainers: Teamwork can make challenging Max Battles much easier.

If you’re serious about collecting Dynamax Pokémon, focus on building a small, well-prepared team rather than spreading your resources across every Pokémon you catch.

Trainers looking to progress faster beyond the November event grind can explore this Pokemon GO Leveling Service for extra help reaching their level goals. 

Pawniard Community Day November 2026: Date, Bonuses & Kingambit

Pawniard Community Day takes place on November 21, from 2–5 p.m. local time, giving trainers increased Pawniard spawns, extra Candy, and a chance to evolve Bisharp into Kingambit with the exclusive Charged Attack Kowtow Cleave.

Pawniard Community Day Date and Time

Mark November 21 on your calendar. Pawniard will appear more frequently in the wild, with opportunities to encounter Shiny Pawniard and Pokémon with a Special Background.

• Date: November 21, 2026
• Main event: 2–5 p.m. local time
• Featured Pokémon: Pawniard
• Special Attack: Kowtow Cleave
• Evolution deadline: 9 p.m. local time

The extended bonuses and Lure Module opportunities run until 9 p.m. This will give you four more hours to encounter Pawniard after the main event ends. 

How to Get Kingambit With Kowtow Cleave

The main reason to participate is the opportunity to obtain Kingambit with Kowtow Cleave. Evolve Bisharp during Community Day or within four hours after the event ends to unlock the exclusive Charged Attack. That gives you until 9 p.m. on November 21.

Niantic also introduces a temporary evolution requirement:

• Make Bisharp your Buddy Pokémon.
• Defeat one Dark- or Steel-type Raid Boss with Bisharp as your buddy.
• Evolve Bisharp into Kingambit before the temporary requirement expires.

Pokémon GO November 2026 Spotlight Hours and Bonuses

November features three confirmed Spotlight Hours, spotlighting Halloween Teddiursa, the Galar starter trio, and Noibat. Each event runs from 6–7 p.m. local time and offers bonuses that reward either evolution XP or extra Candy.

November Spotlight Hour Schedule 

Spotlight Hour Date	Featured Pokémon	Active Event Bonus
November 5	Halloween Teddiursa	2× Evolution XP
November 12	Paused due to Into / Wild Area event schedule	Daily Discoveries paused
November 19	Grookey, Scorbunny & Sobble	2× Catch Candy
November 26	Noibat	2× Catch Candy

If you’re hunting for a rare Shundo to add to your collection, check out the Pokemon GO Shundo Catching Help for assistance with your shiny and perfect-IV goals. 

Best Pokémon GO November 2026 Events to Prioritize

Your available time, Raid Passes, and storage space will determine which November events deserve the most attention. If you can’t participate in everything, prioritize events that offer Pokémon, attacks, or rewards you need.

Player Objective	Best November Opportunity	Technical Significance & Strategic Impact
Legendary Collection	Five-Star Raids	Target high-tier rotations including Cresselia, Darkrai, and all four Deoxys Formes.
Mega Energy	Mega Metagross Raids	Prime window to collect required Mega Energy for premier Steel/Psychic attacker evolution.
Dynamax Collection	GO Wild Area: Global	Exclusive debut access for Dynamax Dialga and Dynamax Palkia in Max Battles.
Shiny Hunting	Pawniard Community Day	Heavily boosted shiny rates for Pawniard throughout the dedicated event hours.
Candy Farming	Pawniard Community Day	Double Catch Candy multiplier active; essential for unlocking Kingambit evolution.
XP Farming	November 5 Spotlight Hour	2× Evolution XP active multiplier; optimal window for mass evolution batch processing.
Stardust Farming	Community Day & Field Research	Stack catch bonuses and complete targeted field research tasks to maximize Stardust accumulation.

For more farming strategies, check our guide to the best ways to farm Stardust quickly in Pokémon GO.

Final Thoughts

Pokémon GO has plenty to keep you active in November 2026. That includes GO Wild Area Global, Pawniard Community Day, Mega Metagross, and the month’s Legendary Raid rotations. With a little preparation, it’ll be a month well worth playing.

If you’re working toward higher Trainer levels, consistent XP gains and effective resource management will also help you maintain your progress. Our Pokémon GO Level 80 Assist offers another way to progress.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. Can you participate in GO Wild Area Global without buying a ticket?

Yes. The global event is open to all trainers, although purchasing a ticket unlocks additional bonuses, research rewards, and encounter opportunities.

2. What should you save before Pokémon GO’s November events?

Stock up on Poké Balls, Incense, Raid Passes, and storage space. Trainers planning to participate in GO Wild Area should also collect Max Particles and prepare suitable Dynamax Pokémon.

3. How do you get more Candy XL during Pawniard Community Day?

Trainers level 31 and above receive an increased chance of earning Candy XL when catching Pokémon during the event. Use this opportunity to build up Pawniard Candy XL for future power-ups.

4. Do Pokémon GO November event bonuses stack with other bonuses?

Some event bonuses can combine with applicable item effects or other active bonuses, but stacking rules vary. Check the individual event announcement and in-game bonus descriptions before spending items such as Lucky Eggs, Star Pieces, or Incense.