The Patterns of the Wild event is a special event taking place in Indonesia that introduces a brand-new costumed favorite: Pikachu wearing a batik shirt with a Special Background.
Whether you are planning to participate locally in Indonesia or just want to keep track of all the exciting in-person events, this guide covers everything you need to know about the event schedule, featured Pokémon, bonuses, Timed Research, and more.
Patterns of the Wild Event Schedule and Overview
The Patterns of the Wild event is tailored specifically for trainers in Indonesia, bringing unique regional flair to the game.
Main Event Date & Time: Friday, October 2, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. local time.
During this window, trainers will experience boosted spawns, unique gameplay bonuses, and multiple opportunities to catch Pikachu wearing a batik shirt with a Special Background.
Batik is a traditional Indonesian technique of wax-resist dyeing applied to whole cloth, making this costumed Pikachu a deeply cultural and unique addition to any trainer’s collection.
Even better, if you are lucky during your encounters, you might encounter a Shiny version of this special Pikachu!
You can find Pikachu wearing a batik shirt with a Special Background through multiple methods during the event window:
- Wild Encounters: Keep your eyes open as you explore your local surroundings in Indonesia.
- Timed Research: Complete specific tasks to guarantee encounters.
- Surprise Snapshot Encounters: Snap photos of your favorite Pokémon for a photobomb surprise!
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Wild Encounters and Increased Spawns
During the Patterns of the Wild event, a specific pool of Pokémon will appear much more frequently in the wild. You will also enjoy an increased chance of encountering Shiny variants for these featured species.
The wild encounter pool includes: Caterpie, Pikachu wearing a batik shirt (with a chance of a Special Background and a Shiny variant), Oddish, Gloom, Bellsprout, Ledyba, Ledian, Hoppip, Skiploom, Sunkern, and Wurmple
Patterns of the Wild Timed Research Details
To give trainers plenty of time to secure rewards and event-themed encounters, a dedicated Timed Research questline will run before and after the main event day.
Timed Research Dates: Monday, September 28, at 6:00 a.m. to Wednesday, October 7, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. local time.
By completing the tasks within this timeframe, trainers will earn valuable rewards, including:
- Guaranteed encounters with Pikachu wearing a batik shirt with a Special Background
- Encounters with Oddish, Ledyba, and Hoppip (all with chances to be Shiny)
- 1,000 XP
- 1,000 Stardust
- Additional bonus items and rewards
Collection Challenge and Event Bonuses
No Pokémon GO celebration is complete without extra activities and quality-of-life bonuses to help you maximize your progress.
Collection Challenge
A themed Collection Challenge will be active during the event. By catching the various Patterns of the Wild–themed Pokémon required for the list, you will receive: XP, Stardust, and Exclusive stickers featuring Pikachu wearing its gorgeous batik shirt.
Special Event Bonuses
To help you make the most of your gameplay on October 2, the following bonus will be active:
- Incense Duration Increased: Incense activated during the event will last for 2 hours instead of the standard duration.
- Higher Attraction Rates: Activating Incense will grant a higher chance of encountering Pikachu wearing a batik shirt and other event-themed Pokémon, maximizing your odds of landing a Special Background or a Shiny variant.
Surprise Snapshot Encounters
While the event is live, you can take a snapshot of one of the Pokémon already in your storage. Doing so may trigger a surprise photobomb encounter with Pikachu wearing a batik shirt. (Note: These surprise encounters will not trigger when taking snapshots of wild Pokémon.)
Final Tips for Trainers
If you are participating in Patterns of the Wild, here are a few quick tips to ensure a successful event:
Stock Up on Poké Balls and Incense: With increased spawns and 2-hour Incense durations, you’ll want to ensure your item bag is well-prepared.
Clear Storage Space: Between wild spawns, Timed Research rewards, and snapshot encounters, you will be catching a lot of Pokémon—especially Pikachu! Make sure you have plenty of Pokémon storage available.
Play Safely: Always be aware of your surroundings, respect local guidelines, and follow instructions from local health authorities while playing Pokémon GO outdoors.
Get your gear ready, clear your schedule for October 2, and enjoy celebrating Indonesian culture with this stunning new variant of everyone’s favorite Electric-type mouse!
For official event announcements and updates, check out the Pokémon GO official website.
