Here’s everything you need to know to make the most of the month's offerings.

 

Major Events and Highlights

  • Special Research “Glitz and Glam” - Kicking off on May 1, this event celebrates the worldwide release of Diancie, a new addition to Pokémon GO.

  • GO Battle Weekend - On May 4-5, from midnight to 11:59 PM, trainers can engage in enhanced battle activities.

  • Rivals Week - From May 4-9, expect themed activities from 10 AM to 8 PM daily, focusing on Pokémon rivalries.

  • Flock Together Research Day - Scheduled for May 11, from 2 PM to 5 PM, this event will focus on specific Pokémon research tasks.

  • Catching Wonders - From May 14-19, enjoy a variety of Pokémon from 10 AM to 8 PM each day.

  • May Community Day - On May 19, from 2 PM to 5 PM, a yet-to-be-announced Pokémon will take center stage with special bonuses.

  • Ultra Space Wonders - From May 23-28, explore ultra space from 10 AM to 8 PM daily with unique Pokémon appearances.

  • Incense Day - On May 26, from 2 PM to 5 PM, use incense to attract different Pokémon.

 

Featured Pokémon and Raids

  • Tapu Fini - Available in May with the new Fairy-type attack, Nature’s Madness, which will be part of its move pool for the duration.

  • Five Star Raids - Tapu Fini, Regirock, Blacephalon, and Stakataka will appear in raids at various times throughout the month.

  • Mega Raids - Look out for Mega Alakazam, Mega Gyarados, and Mega Pidgeot, all of which have the potential to be shiny.

  • Shadow Raids - Suicune will appear in shadow form during weekend raids in May.

 

Additional Activities

  • Spotlight Hours - These will occur from 6 PM to 7 PM local time on specific dates, featuring different Pokémon with bonus rewards.

  • PokéStop Showcases - During Rivals Week from May 4-9, special themed showcases will occur at various PokéStops.

 

Tips for Trainers

  • Stay Updated - With events subject to updates, regularly check Pokémon GO’s official channels for the latest information.

  • Plan Ahead - With different events scheduled back-to-back, planning your participation can help maximize rewards.

  • Community Participation - Engage with local and online communities to enhance your event experiences and complete challenges together.

 

May promises to be an action-packed month for Pokémon GO players, with new challenges and opportunities to add rare and powerful Pokémon to your collection. Make sure to participate in as many events as possible to take full advantage of all the special activities and encounters.