
Pokemon Pokopia Celebration Event (March 2026)
Celebrate the world of Pokemon Pokopia with costumed Ditto debuts, boosted shiny rates for Sudowoodo and Zorua, 2x XP from PokeStops, exciting 3-Star raids featuring Lapras, Snorlax, and Dragonite, plus Collection Challenges and Timed Research!
Event Features
Costumed Ditto Debut
Two new costumed Ditto variants debut during this event: Ditto wearing a hat and Ditto wearing a cap. Both can be found disguised as wild Pokemon and are revealed upon catch. Both variants can be Shiny!
Event-Themed Special Backgrounds
Costumed Ditto, Lapras, Snorlax, and Dragonite can be obtained with exclusive event-themed Special Backgrounds from Timed Research, Collection Challenges, and raid rewards.
Ditto Eye Mask Avatar Item
A free Ditto Eye Mask avatar item is available during the event and will remain accessible after the event ends.
Event-Themed Stickers
Collect event-themed stickers by spinning PokeStops and Gyms, opening Gifts, and completing Timed Research tasks.
Boosted Shiny Rates
Sudowoodo and Zorua have increased Shiny encounter rates throughout the event. Keep an eye out for their shiny forms in the wild!
Two Collection Challenges
Complete two separate Collection Challenges to earn costumed Ditto encounters with Special Backgrounds. Challenge 1 requires Pikachu, Combee, Scyther, and Zorua. Challenge 2 requires Marill, Goomy, Hitmonchan, and Sudowoodo.


