Quick answer: the Into the Wild event runs in Pokémon GO from Monday, November 9 to Friday, November 13, 2026, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. local time, with a different level 5 Max Battle each day: Registeel on the 11th, Regidrago on the 12th, Latias and Latios on the 13th. Zacian and Zamazenta, in their Crowned forms, lead the Monday and Tuesday raids. The GO Pass itself stays active through Sunday, November 15 at 6 p.m., free or Deluxe at US$14.99.
What are the dates of the Into the Wild event in Pokémon GO?
The core of the event runs from Monday, November 9, 2026 at 10 a.m. to Friday, November 13 at 8 p.m., local time. The GO Pass and its related bonuses, Meltan, Shiny Gimmighoul and stickers included, run through Sunday, November 15 at 6 p.m. The in-game shop stickers are available from Friday, November 6 to Sunday, November 15.
Two deadlines matter beyond the main week: GO Pass rewards expire on Tuesday, November 17 at 11:59 p.m., and the Silver Bottle Cap earned from GO Pass Deluxe lasts until Sunday, November 22 at 11:59 p.m. before it disappears from your inventory if unused. The event page lists everything, here are the hours that actually matter for playing.
Regidrago on the left, Registeel on the right: the two Max Battle stars of the week, Thursday and Wednesday.
How do Zacian and Zamazenta raids work this week?
Zacian, in its Crowned Sword form, opens the week in a 5-star raid on Monday, November 9, with a Raid Hour from 6 to 7 p.m. local time. Zamazenta, in its Crowned Shield form, takes over on Tuesday, November 10, same time slot. Both show a normal CP of 2188, up to 2735 when weather-boosted.
Alongside them, 3-star raids rotate through Druddigon and Orthworm all week. Catching a Pokémon right after a raid or a level 5 Max Battle gives a chance at the event's new Special Background, a nighttime cityscape framed by foliage.
Zacian, Steel and Fairy in its Crowned form, Monday, November 9.
Zamazenta takes over Tuesday the 10th, Fighting this time instead of Fairy.
How do you take on Regidrago in Max Battles on Thursday, November 12?
Regidrago makes its Pokémon GO Max Battle debut on Thursday, November 12, from 6 to 7 p.m. local time, with CP reaching up to 1699. A pure Dragon type, it attacks with Dragon Breath as a fast move: a Dragon, Ice or Fairy counter limits incoming damage and speeds up the fight, while a Dragon or Steel type on Regidrago's side soaks up hits better.
Shiny is possible from this very first appearance, with no official rate published by Niantic. The day before, Wednesday, November 11, same time slot, Registeel holds the spot with the fast move Metal Claw, before handing things over to Regidrago and then the Latias-Latios duo on Friday.
Regidrago, a Generation 8 regional still rare in Max Battles.
Latias and Latios Max Battles on Friday the 13th: what to know
The last day of the battle window, Friday, November 13, 6 to 7 p.m. local time: Latias attacks with Mist Ball, Latios with Luster Purge, both charged moves. They share the same Dragon and Psychic profile, which makes them vulnerable to the same counters, Ice, Fairy and Bug leading the list.
As with Regidrago and Registeel, the encounter can turn up Shiny with no published rate. This is also the last level 5 Max Battle before the Wild Area event takes over the following weekend, November 14 and 15.
Latias closes out the week on Friday, paired with her male counterpart.
Latios, same Luster Purge charged move as in the core games.
What's in the Into the Wild GO Pass, free and Deluxe?
The free GO Pass is handed out automatically on November 9 at 10 a.m., nothing to buy. It unlocks a Dynamax Meltan encounter, the event Pokémon, a purple avatar T-shirt, and the usual rewards: Stardust, XP, Poké Balls and Candy. At rank 25, a free bonus halves the hatch distance of Eggs placed in an Incubator during the event.
GO Pass Deluxe costs US$14.99, the Deluxe + 10 ranks version US$19.99. It adds the Silver Bottle Cap, the Duraludon Pants avatar item, an extra Dynamax Meltan encounter, and premium items such as an Incense or a Lucky Egg. Three Deluxe rank bonuses make a real difference in the field: rank 1, an extra 5,000 XP after each raid or Max Battle; rank 2, Dynamax move costs cut by a quarter; rank 3, a bonus Candy after every win, doubled to an XL Candy for Trainers level 31 and up.
Meltan itself only comes from a Mystery Box, still the only key to catching it. During the event, its reopen timer is shorter and the odds of a Shiny Meltan go up. Another bonus runs through November 15 at 6 p.m.: using a Coin Bag can get you a Shiny Gimmighoul, and the Remote Raid Pass limit rises to 30 through the 13th, then disappears entirely on the 14th and 15th.
Meltan, the GO Pass centerpiece this week, a Mystery Box required to catch it.
The Silver Bottle Cap and the Duraludon Pants, the two flagship Deluxe pass rewards.
What is the Silver Bottle Cap and Best Buddy Training?
The Silver Bottle Cap comes from completing GO Pass Deluxe, and it kicks off Best Buddy Training on a Pokémon that has already reached Best Buddy level. Shadow Pokémon and those with already-maxed stats are excluded. Three paths: Attack, through battles with your apprentice; Defense, through play and catches together; HP, through Buddy exploration, Buddy Photos and Buddy Candy.
Once started, training has 365 days to finish, and the Pokémon involved cannot be transferred to Pokémon HOME while it's in progress. A quiet way to push an already-solid Pokémon further without starting over from scratch.
What's the best trainer kit for following the event outdoors?
Five days of Max Battles at a fixed time, 6 to 7 p.m., often mean heading out at the end of the day, phone in hand. The Mewtwo AirPods case at US$19.99 protects the earbuds announcing battle time: 4.7 out of 5 on 34 reviews. On the bag, the Snorlax plush keychain at US$12.99 remains our top-rated accessory, 5 out of 5 on 49 reviews. George, a US customer, writes: "The snorlax is in very good quality and super soft! He matches well with my large snorlax." The smiling Snorlax plush at US$24.99, 4.9 out of 5 on 80 reviews, makes a good companion for the calmer weekend sessions.
What jewelry or pins fit this Dragon-themed week?
With Regidrago, Latias and Latios covering three of the five days, Dragon type is the real thread running through the week. The Dratini metal ring at US$14.99 fits the theme, Dratini itself being a Dragon-type Pokémon: 4.8 out of 5 on 46 reviews, 25 in stock. For your jacket or bag, the Eevee evolutions pin set at US$12.99 covers all nine forms, 4.7 out of 5 on 28 reviews.
For unwinding after a late Max Battle session, the Eevee slippers at US$34.99 score 5 out of 5 on 19 reviews, but a fair warning: only the 35-40 size remains, 4 pairs in stock, 40-44 is sold out.
| Product | Price | Rating | Stock |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dratini metal ring | US$14.99 | 4.8/5 (46 reviews) | 25 in stock |
| Mewtwo AirPods case | US$19.99 | 4.7/5 (34 reviews) | varies by model, AirPods 4 & Pro 3 sold out |
| Snorlax plush keychain | US$12.99 | 5.0/5 (49 reviews) | 25 in stock |
| Smiling Snorlax plush 35cm | US$24.99 | 4.9/5 (80 reviews) | 22 in stock |
| Eevee evolutions pin set | US$12.99 | 4.7/5 (28 reviews) | 9 variants in stock |
| Eevee slippers | US$34.99 | 5.0/5 (19 reviews) | 35-40 only, 4 pairs |
Shipping runs 7 to 21 days: order this week and it can land before the GO Pass closes on November 15, or at worst in time for the Wild Area weekend right after.
What comes after November 13?
The Wild Area event takes over starting Saturday, November 14, with the Max Battle debuts of Dialga and Palkia across a full two-day weekend, Steel and Dragon themed. The full schedule is here, optional ticket included. In the meantime, the store's Pokémon section stays open around the clock, no event window required.
Wild Area takes over the weekend of November 14 and 15, Dialga and Palkia leading the lineup.
Frequently asked questions about Into the Wild
Do I need to pay to enjoy the Into the Wild event?
No. Max Battles, the Zacian and Zamazenta raids, the free GO Pass and its rewards are open to everyone at no cost. The US$14.99 GO Pass Deluxe adds the Silver Bottle Cap, the Duraludon Pants and premium items, but nothing required to play the event.
Can Meltan be Shiny during Into the Wild?
Yes, the odds increase when you open a Mystery Box during the event, through Sunday, November 15 at 6 p.m. local time. Niantic publishes no official rate, and the Mystery Box remains the only way to catch Meltan, Shiny or not.
What happens if I don't finish the GO Pass before the event ends?
Rewards already unlocked stay yours, but they expire on Tuesday, November 17 at 11:59 p.m. if not claimed by then. The Silver Bottle Cap from GO Pass Deluxe lasts longer, until Sunday, November 22 at 11:59 p.m.
What's the difference between GO Pass Deluxe and Deluxe + 10 ranks?
The standard Deluxe pass costs US$14.99 and unlocks Deluxe rewards as you progress normally. The US$19.99 version also includes the points needed to jump straight to rank 10, a useful shortcut if you join mid-week.
Can Regidrago be Shiny?
Yes, from its Max Battle debut on Thursday, November 12. As with Registeel, Latias and Latios the same week, Niantic doesn't publish an exact rate: it's a chance on every attempt, with no guarantee.
Can a Pokémon in Best Buddy Training be traded or transferred during the 365 days?
It can still be traded normally, but it cannot be transferred to Pokémon HOME until training is complete. Best to start it on a Pokémon you plan to keep in Pokémon GO rather than one headed for a future transfer.
Antoine, Bakashop's founder. Facts checked on November 9, 2026 against the event page published on pokemongo.com, cross-checked with Leek Duck, Serebii and Pokémon GO Hub; prices, stock and reviews pulled the same day from the store's live listings. Images: official event promotional art, ©2026 Niantic, Inc., and artwork ©2026 Pokémon / The Pokémon Company.
