Pokémon Day

Pokémon Day is an annual event in Pokémon GO that is celebrated on the week of February. This event celebrates the anniversary of the franchise.

2017
This event took place between February and March, 2017.

To celebrate Pokémon Day, any Pikachu that were encountered in the wild wore a festive party hat. Any Pikachu captured during the event will keep its hat forever.

To celebrate the new Daily Bonus feature, more Pokémon spawned and PokéStops granted more items.

2018
This event takes place between February and February, 2018.

Festive party hat Pikachu return and offer 300 Stardust per catch.