Join the Pokémon RUN 30 event near you

The Pokémon RUN 30 event is scheduled to happen in the Philippines, Taiwan, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, and Hong Kong. Pokémon GO Trainers can also participate in this event in-game.

The Pokémon RUN 30 event series is bringing massive real-world excitement paired with exclusive in-game perks. Whether you are planning to lace up your running shoes for a physical meetup or capitalize on the wild bonuses, this comprehensive guide covers every detail you need to know.

Pokémon RUN 30 Event Dates

The event is scheduled as follows.

• Philippines: October 3–4, 2026, at the SM Mall of Asia.
• Taiwan:
  • October 17 – 18, 2026, at the Taichung Central Park.
  • October 31 – November 1, 2026, at the Dream Mall (Kaohsiung).
  • November 14 – 15, 2026, at the New Taipei Metropolitan Park.
• Singapore: November 7 – 8, 2026, at the Kallang.
• Malaysia: November 21 – 22, 2026, at KLCC Plaza Petronas, Kuala Lumpur
• Indonesia: December 12 – 13, 2026, at the GBK (Gelora Bung Karno), Jakarta
• Thailand: January 9 – 10, 2027, at Outdoor Plaza, CentralWorld, Bangkok
• Hong Kong: January 23 – 24, 2027, at the Science Park, Hong Kong

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Pokémon RUN 30 event wild encounters

One of the highlights of the celebration is the heavy spotlight on all First-Partner Pokémon from Kanto to Paldea. Trainers attending the events or engaging with the celebration can expect a massive showcase of beloved starters.

Bulbasaur, Charmander, Squirtle, Pikachu, Chikorita, Cyndaquil, Totodile, Treecko, Torchic, Mudkip, Turtwig, Chimchar, Piplup, Snivy, Tepig, Oshawott, Chespin, Fennekin, Froakie, Rowlet, Litten, Popplio, Grookey, Scorbunny, Sobble, Sprigatito, Fuecoco, and Quaxly will be appearing more frequently in the wild.

You will find these Pokémon during the event dates. Likewise, you will find them at the event locations.

Pokémon attracted by Incense

Bulbasaur, Charmander, Squirtle, Pikachu, Unown R, Unown U, Unown N, Chikorita, Cyndaquil, Totodile, Treecko, Torchic, Mudkip, Turtwig, Chimchar, Piplup, Snivy, Tepig, Oshawott, Chespin, Fennekin, Froakie, Rowlet, Litten, Popplio, Grookey, Scorbunny, Sobble, Sprigatito, Fuecoco, and Quaxly will be attracted to incense (excluding Daily Adventure Incense).

You will find these Pokémon during the event dates. Likewise, you will find them when you use incense at the event locations.

Pokémon RUN 30 Event Bonuses

Pokémon GO Trainers participating in this event in-game will have access to the following bonuses.

• 2× Incense duration (excluding Daily Adventure Incense)
• 10× XP for spinning new PokéStops
• 2× XP for spinning PokéStops
• ½ Hatch Distance

Pokémon RUN 30 Timed Research

Pokémon GO Trainers participating will receive two event-exclusive Timed Research at no cost.

1. Pokémon RUN Timed Research will reward the following after completion.

• 16,026 XP
• 2026 Stardust
• 1 Incense
• 5 Poké Balls
• Encounter with Pikachu
• Encounter with one random first partner Pokémon.

2. Pokémon RUN Timed Research: After the Run, with rewards as follows.

• 15,026 XP
• 2026 Stardust
• 1 Premium Battle Pass
• Encounter with Pikachu
• Encounter with one random first partner Pokémon.

This Timed Research will expire after the event ends. Be sure to complete the Timed Research tasks and claim all rewards within one day after each event ends.

For official event announcements and updates, check out the Pokémon GO official website.