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Thundurus returns to 5-star raid battles in Pokémon GO from Friday, January 16, 2026, to Sunday, January 25, 2026, at 10 am local time.
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January 16, 2026 at 6:03 AM
Thundurus returns to 5-star raid battles in Pokémon GO from Friday, January 16, 2026, to Sunday, January 25, 2026, at 10 am local time.
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Glimmet, the Ore Pokémon, will make its Pokémon GO debut from Routes, Field Research, and Timed Research!
Trainers will also have a higher chance of encountering Shiny Diglett and Shiny Yungoos in the wild and hatching from 7 km Eggs.
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Trainers will also have a higher chance of encountering Shiny Diglett and Shiny Yungoos in the wild and hatching from 7 km Eggs.
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January 15, 2026 at 10:38 PM
Glimmet, the Ore Pokémon, will make its Pokémon GO debut from Routes, Field Research, and Timed Research!
Trainers will also have a higher chance of encountering Shiny Diglett and Shiny Yungoos in the wild and hatching from 7 km Eggs.
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Trainers will also have a higher chance of encountering Shiny Diglett and Shiny Yungoos in the wild and hatching from 7 km Eggs.
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Reminder: Grookey is the featured Pokémon for January Community Day on Sunday, January 18, 2026, from 2 pm to 5 pm local time in Pokémon GO.
Thwackey evolved to Rillaboom will know the Featured Attack Frenzy Plant.
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Thwackey evolved to Rillaboom will know the Featured Attack Frenzy Plant.
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January 15, 2026 at 1:15 PM
Reminder: Grookey is the featured Pokémon for January Community Day on Sunday, January 18, 2026, from 2 pm to 5 pm local time in Pokémon GO.
Thwackey evolved to Rillaboom will know the Featured Attack Frenzy Plant.
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Thwackey evolved to Rillaboom will know the Featured Attack Frenzy Plant.
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Level 2 of the Global Challenge has been completed, so Wattrel is now appearing in the wild in Pokémon GO!
Wattrel is also available as a reward from the event Field Research task “Hatch an Egg”.
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Wattrel is also available as a reward from the event Field Research task “Hatch an Egg”.
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January 14, 2026 at 10:51 PM
Level 2 of the Global Challenge has been completed, so Wattrel is now appearing in the wild in Pokémon GO!
Wattrel is also available as a reward from the event Field Research task “Hatch an Egg”.
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Wattrel is also available as a reward from the event Field Research task “Hatch an Egg”.
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Shadow Raikou returns to Shadow raids for a special Raid Day.
There will be an increased chance of Shiny Shadow Raikou, and Trainers can receive up to 6 Total Free Raid Passes from spinning Gyms.
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There will be an increased chance of Shiny Shadow Raikou, and Trainers can receive up to 6 Total Free Raid Passes from spinning Gyms.
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January 14, 2026 at 9:13 PM
Shadow Raikou returns to Shadow raids for a special Raid Day.
There will be an increased chance of Shiny Shadow Raikou, and Trainers can receive up to 6 Total Free Raid Passes from spinning Gyms.
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There will be an increased chance of Shiny Shadow Raikou, and Trainers can receive up to 6 Total Free Raid Passes from spinning Gyms.
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Giovanni returns with Shadow Incarnate Forme Thundurus! Special Research to earn a Super Rocket Radar to battle Giovanni will be available.
Team GO Rocket Grunts and their leaders will also be using different Shadow Pokémon.
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Team GO Rocket Grunts and their leaders will also be using different Shadow Pokémon.
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January 14, 2026 at 6:45 PM
Giovanni returns with Shadow Incarnate Forme Thundurus! Special Research to earn a Super Rocket Radar to battle Giovanni will be available.
Team GO Rocket Grunts and their leaders will also be using different Shadow Pokémon.
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Team GO Rocket Grunts and their leaders will also be using different Shadow Pokémon.
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The next two steps for the Precious Paths Seasonal Special Research in Pokémon GO are available starting January 13, 2026, at 10 am local time.
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January 13, 2026 at 12:50 AM
The next two steps for the Precious Paths Seasonal Special Research in Pokémon GO are available starting January 13, 2026, at 10 am local time.
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Shiny Tadbulb makes its debut during the High Zaptitude event in Pokémon GO.
Unlock Wattrel, the Storm Petrel Pokémon, in the wild and Field Research by completing the Global Challenges with Trainers around the world.
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Unlock Wattrel, the Storm Petrel Pokémon, in the wild and Field Research by completing the Global Challenges with Trainers around the world.
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January 13, 2026 at 12:31 AM
Shiny Tadbulb makes its debut during the High Zaptitude event in Pokémon GO.
Unlock Wattrel, the Storm Petrel Pokémon, in the wild and Field Research by completing the Global Challenges with Trainers around the world.
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Unlock Wattrel, the Storm Petrel Pokémon, in the wild and Field Research by completing the Global Challenges with Trainers around the world.
Full Details: leekduck.com/events/high-...
Work together with Trainers around the world to unlock the debut of Wattrel in Pokémon GO.
I've updated the details of the upcoming event with what's appearing in the wild and from Field Research.
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I've updated the details of the upcoming event with what's appearing in the wild and from Field Research.
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High Zaptitude - Leek Duck | Pokémon GO News and Resources
Charge up for the High Zaptitude event to unlock Wattrel's debut!
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January 12, 2026 at 10:14 PM
Work together with Trainers around the world to unlock the debut of Wattrel in Pokémon GO.
I've updated the details of the upcoming event with what's appearing in the wild and from Field Research.
Full Details: leekduck.com/events/high-...
I've updated the details of the upcoming event with what's appearing in the wild and from Field Research.
Full Details: leekduck.com/events/high-...
The weekly Pokémon Spotlight Hour is set for Tuesday, January 13, from 6 pm to 7 pm local time.
During the hour, an increased number of Mareep will appear in the wild, and you’ll earn double XP from evolving Pokémon.
Track Spotlight Hours on Leek Duck!
During the hour, an increased number of Mareep will appear in the wild, and you’ll earn double XP from evolving Pokémon.
Track Spotlight Hours on Leek Duck!
January 12, 2026 at 2:01 AM
The weekly Pokémon Spotlight Hour is set for Tuesday, January 13, from 6 pm to 7 pm local time.
During the hour, an increased number of Mareep will appear in the wild, and you’ll earn double XP from evolving Pokémon.
Track Spotlight Hours on Leek Duck!
During the hour, an increased number of Mareep will appear in the wild, and you’ll earn double XP from evolving Pokémon.
Track Spotlight Hours on Leek Duck!
Kyurem Fusion Raid Day in Pokémon GO
Black Kyurem, White Kyurem, Reshiram, and Zekrom return to 5-star raids during a special Raid Day. Featured Attacks are available for Kyurem, Reshiram, and Zekrom.
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Black Kyurem, White Kyurem, Reshiram, and Zekrom return to 5-star raids during a special Raid Day. Featured Attacks are available for Kyurem, Reshiram, and Zekrom.
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January 9, 2026 at 4:25 AM
Kyurem Fusion Raid Day in Pokémon GO
Black Kyurem, White Kyurem, Reshiram, and Zekrom return to 5-star raids during a special Raid Day. Featured Attacks are available for Kyurem, Reshiram, and Zekrom.
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Black Kyurem, White Kyurem, Reshiram, and Zekrom return to 5-star raids during a special Raid Day. Featured Attacks are available for Kyurem, Reshiram, and Zekrom.
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Make memories with your Buddy Pokémon during the Precious Pals event in Pokémon GO!
Shiny Fidough makes its debut in the wild and 2 km Eggs. Trainers will have an increased chance to hatch Shiny Fidough and Shiny Goldeen!
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Shiny Fidough makes its debut in the wild and 2 km Eggs. Trainers will have an increased chance to hatch Shiny Fidough and Shiny Goldeen!
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January 7, 2026 at 10:01 PM
Make memories with your Buddy Pokémon during the Precious Pals event in Pokémon GO!
Shiny Fidough makes its debut in the wild and 2 km Eggs. Trainers will have an increased chance to hatch Shiny Fidough and Shiny Goldeen!
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Shiny Fidough makes its debut in the wild and 2 km Eggs. Trainers will have an increased chance to hatch Shiny Fidough and Shiny Goldeen!
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Klawf debuts during the upcoming Pinch Perfect event in Pokémon GO.
I've updated the available free Timed Research and Field Research during the event on Leek Duck.
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I've updated the available free Timed Research and Field Research during the event on Leek Duck.
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Beware and prepare for Klawf and more during the Pinch Perfect event!
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January 5, 2026 at 9:57 PM
Klawf debuts during the upcoming Pinch Perfect event in Pokémon GO.
I've updated the available free Timed Research and Field Research during the event on Leek Duck.
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I've updated the available free Timed Research and Field Research during the event on Leek Duck.
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The GO Pass: January arrives on January 6, 2026, at 10 am local time.
Complete rank 100 to earn an encounter with Dialga. Trainers who upgrade their GO Pass can earn a Lucky Trinket.
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Complete rank 100 to earn an encounter with Dialga. Trainers who upgrade their GO Pass can earn a Lucky Trinket.
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GO Pass: January - Leek Duck | Pokémon GO News and Resources
Dialga and the Lucky Trinket return for GO Pass: January! From Tuesday, January 6, at 10:00 a.m. to Tuesday, February 3, at 10:00 a.m. local time, the GO Pass and GO Pass Deluxe for January will be av...
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January 5, 2026 at 9:42 PM
The GO Pass: January arrives on January 6, 2026, at 10 am local time.
Complete rank 100 to earn an encounter with Dialga. Trainers who upgrade their GO Pass can earn a Lucky Trinket.
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Complete rank 100 to earn an encounter with Dialga. Trainers who upgrade their GO Pass can earn a Lucky Trinket.
Check Out All 100 Ranks of Rewards: leekduck.com/events/go-pa...
Trainers can unlock the debut of the Storm Petrel Pokémon Wattrel and its Evolution, Kilowattrel by completing the Global Challenge in Pokémon GO.
There will also be an increased chance to hatch Shiny Tadbulb during the event.
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There will also be an increased chance to hatch Shiny Tadbulb during the event.
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January 5, 2026 at 9:18 PM
Trainers can unlock the debut of the Storm Petrel Pokémon Wattrel and its Evolution, Kilowattrel by completing the Global Challenge in Pokémon GO.
There will also be an increased chance to hatch Shiny Tadbulb during the event.
Full Details: leekduck.com/events/high-...
There will also be an increased chance to hatch Shiny Tadbulb during the event.
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Genesect with a Burn Drive and Genesect with a Chill Drive return to 5-star raid battles in Pokémon GO from Monday, January 5, 2026, to Friday, January 16, 2026, at 10 am local time.
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January 5, 2026 at 6:22 AM
Genesect with a Burn Drive and Genesect with a Chill Drive return to 5-star raid battles in Pokémon GO from Monday, January 5, 2026, to Friday, January 16, 2026, at 10 am local time.
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Join global raids with Raid NOW:
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The weekly Pokémon Spotlight Hour is set for Tuesday,
January 6, from 6 pm to 7 pm local time.
During the hour, an increased number of Barboach will appear in the wild, and you’ll earn double XP from catching Pokémon.
Track Spotlight Hours on Leek Duck!
January 6, from 6 pm to 7 pm local time.
During the hour, an increased number of Barboach will appear in the wild, and you’ll earn double XP from catching Pokémon.
Track Spotlight Hours on Leek Duck!
January 5, 2026 at 2:00 AM
The weekly Pokémon Spotlight Hour is set for Tuesday,
January 6, from 6 pm to 7 pm local time.
During the hour, an increased number of Barboach will appear in the wild, and you’ll earn double XP from catching Pokémon.
Track Spotlight Hours on Leek Duck!
January 6, from 6 pm to 7 pm local time.
During the hour, an increased number of Barboach will appear in the wild, and you’ll earn double XP from catching Pokémon.
Track Spotlight Hours on Leek Duck!
Pokémon Spotlight Hours in Pokémon GO for January 2026
January 6 - Barboach • 2× Catch XP
January 13 - Mareep • 2× Evolution XP
January 20 - Hatenna • 2× Transfer Candy
January 27 - Foongus • 2× Catch Stardust
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January 6 - Barboach • 2× Catch XP
January 13 - Mareep • 2× Evolution XP
January 20 - Hatenna • 2× Transfer Candy
January 27 - Foongus • 2× Catch Stardust
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January 4, 2026 at 11:58 AM
Pokémon Spotlight Hours in Pokémon GO for January 2026
January 6 - Barboach • 2× Catch XP
January 13 - Mareep • 2× Evolution XP
January 20 - Hatenna • 2× Transfer Candy
January 27 - Foongus • 2× Catch Stardust
Track Spotlight Hours: leekduck.com/events/
January 6 - Barboach • 2× Catch XP
January 13 - Mareep • 2× Evolution XP
January 20 - Hatenna • 2× Transfer Candy
January 27 - Foongus • 2× Catch Stardust
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January 4, 2026 at 1:03 AM
New Special Background for Piplup Community Day Classic in Pokémon GO.
This Special Background can be obtained from Field Research, the paid Special Research, and randomly from Piplup in the wild during the event.
This Special Background can be obtained from Field Research, the paid Special Research, and randomly from Piplup in the wild during the event.
January 4, 2026 at 12:27 AM
New Special Background for Piplup Community Day Classic in Pokémon GO.
This Special Background can be obtained from Field Research, the paid Special Research, and randomly from Piplup in the wild during the event.
This Special Background can be obtained from Field Research, the paid Special Research, and randomly from Piplup in the wild during the event.
New year, new look. 😎
The Pokémon GO Events page on Leek Duck has been refreshed to be clearer, easier to scan, and more comfortable to browse.
Event filters will be coming later. What do you want to see improved?
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The Pokémon GO Events page on Leek Duck has been refreshed to be clearer, easier to scan, and more comfortable to browse.
Event filters will be coming later. What do you want to see improved?
Check it out: leekduck.com/events/
January 3, 2026 at 1:49 AM
New year, new look. 😎
The Pokémon GO Events page on Leek Duck has been refreshed to be clearer, easier to scan, and more comfortable to browse.
Event filters will be coming later. What do you want to see improved?
Check it out: leekduck.com/events/
The Pokémon GO Events page on Leek Duck has been refreshed to be clearer, easier to scan, and more comfortable to browse.
Event filters will be coming later. What do you want to see improved?
Check it out: leekduck.com/events/
Reminder: Piplup returns for a Community Day Classic on Sunday, January 4, 2026, from 2 pm to 5 pm local time in Pokémon GO.
Prinplup evolved to Empoleon will know the Charged Attack Hydro Cannon.
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Prinplup evolved to Empoleon will know the Charged Attack Hydro Cannon.
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January 2, 2026 at 6:32 AM
Reminder: Piplup returns for a Community Day Classic on Sunday, January 4, 2026, from 2 pm to 5 pm local time in Pokémon GO.
Prinplup evolved to Empoleon will know the Charged Attack Hydro Cannon.
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Prinplup evolved to Empoleon will know the Charged Attack Hydro Cannon.
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Blacephalon returns to 5-star raid battles in Pokémon GO from Wednesday, December 31, 2025, to Monday, January 5, 2026, at 10 am local time.
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December 31, 2025 at 7:58 AM
Blacephalon returns to 5-star raid battles in Pokémon GO from Wednesday, December 31, 2025, to Monday, January 5, 2026, at 10 am local time.
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The Raid Boss page on Leek Duck has been updated with a selector to view upcoming raids in Pokémon GO.
More to come in 2026. 🥂
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More to come in 2026. 🥂
Check it out: leekduck.com/raid-bosses/
December 31, 2025 at 6:34 AM
The Raid Boss page on Leek Duck has been updated with a selector to view upcoming raids in Pokémon GO.
More to come in 2026. 🥂
Check it out: leekduck.com/raid-bosses/
More to come in 2026. 🥂
Check it out: leekduck.com/raid-bosses/
New Year's 2026 in Pokémon GO
Costumed Pokémon return for Pokémon GO's New Year's event. Receive Daily Bonus Field Research to earn a Lucky Egg or an Incense.
Blacephalon will appear in 5-star raids during the event.
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Costumed Pokémon return for Pokémon GO's New Year's event. Receive Daily Bonus Field Research to earn a Lucky Egg or an Incense.
Blacephalon will appear in 5-star raids during the event.
Full Details: leekduck.com/events/new-y...
December 31, 2025 at 3:00 AM
New Year's 2026 in Pokémon GO
Costumed Pokémon return for Pokémon GO's New Year's event. Receive Daily Bonus Field Research to earn a Lucky Egg or an Incense.
Blacephalon will appear in 5-star raids during the event.
Full Details: leekduck.com/events/new-y...
Costumed Pokémon return for Pokémon GO's New Year's event. Receive Daily Bonus Field Research to earn a Lucky Egg or an Incense.
Blacephalon will appear in 5-star raids during the event.
Full Details: leekduck.com/events/new-y...