Mega Starmie is making its highly anticipated Pokémon GO debut during the upcoming Starmie Super Mega Raid Day. Prepare for the Mega Starmie Super Mega Raid Day in Pokémon GO! Get event times, free bonuses like extra Raid Passes, and tips to catch a Shiny Starmie.
If you want to add this powerful Water- and Psychic-type Mega Evolution to your Pokédex, here is everything you need to know to prepare for the event.
Event Details: Date & Time
The Mega Starmie Super Mega Raid Day takes place on Saturday, August 22, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. local time.
This event is part of the Pokémon GO Ultra Unlock 2026 events unlocked after Trainers completed several challenges during the Pokémon GO Fest 2026: Global. Other events are the 10th Anniversary Edition Ultra Unlock and Pokémon GO Water Festival 2026 Ultra Unlock.
Best Mega Starmie Raid Counters
Mega Starmie is a dual Water- and Psychic-type Pokémon, making it vulnerable to Ghost, Dark, Electric, Grass, and Bug-type attacks. To take it down efficiently, prioritize using these powerful counters:
Kartana: Razor Leaf (Fast Attack) and Leaf Blade (Charged Attack)
Xurkitree: Thunder Shock (Fast Attack) and Discharge (Charged Attack)
Zekrom: Charge Beam (Fast Attack) and Fusion Bolt (Charged Attack)
Hydreigon: Bite (Fast Attack) and Brutal Swing (Charged Attack)
Tyranitar (Mega/Shadow): Bite (Fast Attack) and Brutal Swing (Charged Attack)
Gengar (Mega): Shadow Claw (Fast Attack) and Shadow Ball (Charged Attack)
Mega Starmie & Event Bonuses
Mega Starmie will be in Super Mega Raids throughout the six-hour event window. If lucky, you might even encounter a Shiny Starmie after winning a battle!
All Trainers will enjoy the following free event bonuses:
Bonus XP: An additional 5,000 XP awarded from all raids.
Free Raid Passes: Spin Gym Photo Discs to receive up to six free Raid Passes.
Rare Candy XL: An increased chance to earn Rare Candy XL from Raid Battles.
Instant Mega Level: Starmie caught from these raids will immediately have Mega Level 1 unlocked.
Remote Raids: The daily Remote Raid Pass limit will be increased to 20 from Friday, August 21, at 2:00 p.m. to Saturday, August 22, 2026, at 8:00 p.m. PDT.
- Shiny Boost: Increased chance of encountering Shiny Starmie from Super Mega Raids.
Super Mega Starmie Event Timed Research
Exclusive Timed Research tasks will be active during the event hours. Make sure to complete and claim your rewards before 5:00 p.m. local time to earn a Premium Battle Pass and an encounter with Scizor.
Upgrade Your Experience: The Event Ticket
For Trainers looking to maximize their rewards, a paid event ticket will be available in the in-game shop for US$4.99 (or local currency equivalent). The ticket unlocks the following premium bonuses during event hours:
Up to 14 free Raid Passes from spinning Gym Photo Discs.
An even higher chance to get Rare Candy XL from Raid Battles.
Guaranteed Rare Candy XL every time you successfully catch Starmie from a raid.
An additional 5,000 XP from all raids (stacking with the free bonus for 10,000 XP total per raid).
Tip: You can also purchase the Super Mega Starmie Raid Day Ultra Ticket Box via the Pokémon GO Web Store, which includes the event ticket plus a bonus Premium Battle Pass at no extra cost.
How to Find Super Mega Raids
Super Mega Raids are high-tier challenges that require strong teamwork. To help players coordinate, you can use the new web-based map. You can use this map to filter events, see upcoming raid days in advance, and locate nearby community meetups hosted by Community Ambassadors.
Mega Starmie in the Meta: Is It Good?
Wondering if you should invest your Starmie Mega Energy? Mega Starmie serves as a solid budget attacker for both Water- and Psychic-type Raid strategies. While it faces stiff competition from powerhouses like Mega Swampert or Mega Alakazam, its unique typing and fast attack speed make it a fun, aggressive choice for clearing high-tier raids. Plus, catching one during this event skips the initial grind by unlocking Mega Level 1 right away!
Gather your local community, stock up on items, and good luck hunting that Shiny Mega Starmie!
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