Mega Ascension Event 2026 Overview
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Event Date | August 31, 2026, 10:00 AM – September 4, 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Wild Encounters | Pikachu, Bellsprout, Staryu, Dratini, Skarmory, Chespin, Fennekin, Froakie, Inkay, Falinks |
| Mega Raids | August 31 – September 6, 2026 |
| Mega Evolution-themed special backgrounds | |
| Timed Research | Branching Timed Research |
| Branching Timed Research featuring Chespin, Fennekin, and Froakie will be available. The research is the same branching-choice Timed Research connected to GO Fest 2026 Mega Finale. | |
| GO Pass | GO Pass: Mega Finale |
| Remote Raids | Daily limit increased to 30 from August 31 – September 4 |
| The daily Remote Raid limit will be increased to 30 Remote Raids per day from August 31 through September 4. This will be particularly useful for Trainers looking to participate in the large number of Mega Raids available during the Mega Ascension and Mega Finale events. |
Mega Ascension and Mega Finale Raid Battles will be available throughout the day from August 31 through September 6.
| Date | Mega Raid Bosses |
|---|---|
| August 31 (Monday) | Mega Victreebel, Mega Dragonite, Mega Malamar |
| September 1 (Tuesday) | Mega Falinks |
| September 2 (Wednesday) | Mega Skarmory |
| September 3 (Thursday) | Mega Starmie |
| September 4 (Friday) | Mega Raichu X & Y |
In addition to the Mega Pokémon listed above, seasonal Raid Bosses, Mega Latios, and Mega Latias will also appear.
During the event, Pokémon caught from Mega Raids may have a chance to come with a Mega Evolution-themed special background.
Important: During the first week of September, when the GO Fest 2026 Mega Finale and Mega Ascension events are taking place, the regular weekly bonuses will not take place.
This means the usual Legendary, Mega, and Shadow Raids, Raid Hours, and Spotlight Hours will not be held during this week.
Therefore, Trainers should plan their raid and Pokémon-catching activities around the special event schedule rather than the regular weekly rotation.
Related Event: GO Fest 2026 Mega Finale
The GO Fest 2026 Mega Finale will take place during the weekend while the Mega Ascension event is underway.
The Mega Finale will feature Mega Chesnaught, Mega Delphox, Mega Greninja, and Mega Mewtwo X & Y, along with various Mega Raids and event bonuses.
Check the guide above for the complete event schedule, Raid Bosses, Pokémon encounters, bonuses, and tips.
