Sandile Hatch Day is the next Egg-hatching themed event. Get your incubators ready! The October 2026 hatch day is an exciting opportunity to hatch and hunt for Shiny Sandile. If you want to add this sharp-toothed Desert Croc Pokémon to your collection or hunt for its shiny variant, this event is not one to miss.
Here is a complete breakdown of everything featured in the upcoming Sandile Hatch Day, including event times, bonuses, research tasks, and ticketing details.
Sandile Hatch Day Date and Time
The Sandile Hatch Day event takes place on:
- Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026
- Time: 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. local time
During these six hours, trainers will have a heightened chance to hatch the featured Pokémon from eggs and take advantage of multiple specialized gameplay bonuses.
CHECK: The Complete List of October 2026 Pokémon GO Events
Featured Pokémon
The star of the show is Sandile, the Ground and Dark-type introduction from the Unova region.
Increased Hatch Frequency: Sandile will hatch much more frequently from 2 km Eggs collected during the event window.
Shiny Increased Rates: Trainers will enjoy an increased chance of hatching Shiny Sandile during the event hours, making it the prime time to secure a rare shiny variant.
Sandile Hatch Day Event Bonuses and Perks
To help you hatch as many eggs as possible, a series of attractive bonuses will be active throughout the event window:
- 2× Candy from hatching Eggs
- 1/2 Egg Hatch Distance for all eggs placed into incubators during the event
- Increased chance of receiving 2 km Eggs from spinning PokéStops and Gym Photo Discs
Note: Please keep in mind that the standard egg hatch distance bonus does not stack with bonuses from other active Pokémon GO events or GO Passes.
Important Sandile Hatch Day Numbers
These are the Sandile numbers you may want to keep in mind.
- Maximum CP: 1172 CP
- Evolution Requirement: Requires 25 Sandile Candy to evolve into Krokorok, and then 100 Sandile Candy to evolve into Krookodile.
- Egg Hundo CP: A perfect (100%) Sandile hatched from Eggs has a 592 CP.
Free Timed Research
All players can take advantage of the Sandile hatch day-exclusive Timed Research at absolutely no cost.
- Rewards: Completing this free research line will reward you with an Incubator and valuable XP.
Important Deadline: Timed Research expires. All associated tasks must be completed, and their rewards must be claimed before the event concludes on Saturday, October 17, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. local time.
Paid Timed Research Ticket
For trainers looking for an extra edge and additional item rewards, a paid Sandile hatch day-exclusive Timed Research ticket will be available for US$1.99 (or the equivalent pricing tier in your local currency).
Paid Ticket Bonuses:
- An enhanced 1/4 Egg Hatch Distance bonus active during Sandile Hatch Day (replacing the standard 1/2 distance bonus).
- Special research tasks challenging you to earn Stardust and explore 1 km. Completing this will earn you a Starpiece, two super incubators, and additional rewards
Note: Like the free track, the paid Timed Research must be completed and its rewards claimed before Saturday, October 17, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. local time. Event ticket availability may vary by region.
Tips for Maximizing Sandile Hatch Day
To make the most of your six-hour window on October 17, consider the following preparation strategies:
Clear Out Your Egg Storage Early: Make sure you have open egg slots before 11:00 a.m. so you can immediately collect 2 km eggs from PokéStops.
Stock Up on Incubators: Save up your free incubators or consider the paid research ticket to maximize your hatching velocity with the 1/4 hatch distance.
Plan Your Route: Choose a safe, pedestrian-friendly walking route with a high density of PokéStops to keep your inventory stocked with 2 km eggs and supplies.
Stay Safe: Always be aware of your surroundings, follow local health and safety guidelines, and play responsibly.
Mark your calendars for Saturday, October 17, 2026, and get ready to hit the pavement. Good luck on your shiny hunt!
For official event announcements and updates, check out the Pokémon GO official website.
