Summer Marathon: Arctic Embers
Fire up or chill out during Summer Marathon: Arctic Embers!
The Summer Marathon: Arctic Embers event will take place from August 4, 2026 at 10 am to August 10, 2026 at 8 pm.
Features 
Shiny Pokémon Debut
For the first time in Pokémon GO, you’ll be able to encounter Shiny Snom—if you’re lucky! You may encounter Snom when you complete GO Pass tasks. You may also hatch Snom from Eggs.
Snom
Frosmoth
You’ll also have an increased chance of encountering Shiny Ponyta, Slugma, Snover, and Vanillite!
GO Pass and GO Pass Deluxe
A GO Pass is a free, limited-time progression track available during a specified period. By collecting GO Points, you can increase your rank to earn rewards.
Trainers will automatically receive GO Pass: Summer Marathon on Tuesday, August 4, at 10:00 a.m. local time. You can collect GO Points and rank up to get additional rewards through Monday, August 10, 2026, at 8:00 p.m. local time.
For US$4.99*, Trainers can upgrade to the GO Pass Deluxe, a paid version of the GO Pass that offers upgraded rewards and faster progression.
For US$6.99*, Trainers can upgrade to the GO Pass Deluxe + 6 Ranks to also automatically earn enough GO Points to reach Rank 7.
While progressing through the GO Pass Deluxe, you’ll be able to claim all of the rewards from both the free GO Pass and GO Pass Deluxe. You can upgrade to a GO Pass Deluxe at any time and still collect rewards from previously unlocked ranks.
Rewards unlocked in the GO Pass will expire on Wednesday, August 12, 2026, at 8:00 p.m. local time, so be sure to claim your rewards before they’re gone!
*All prices listed are in USD or the equivalent pricing tier in your local currency.
Featured Pokémon and Rewards
Complete Pass Tasks to rank up your GO Pass to earn the following rewards.
- Encounters with event-themed Pokémon
- Stardust
- XP
- Rare Candy
- Ultra Balls
- And even more goodies!
Trainers who upgrade to the GO Pass Deluxe can also earn the following rewards.
- Additional encounters with even more event-themed Pokémon!
- Incense
- Silver Pinap Berries
- Rare Candy XL
- Candy XL
- And even more goodies!
Major Milestone Bonuses
Reach Major Milestones on your event GO Pass to unlock the following bonuses.
Tier 1 Bonus Starting at Rank 10
Tier 2 Bonus Starting at Rank 20
Keep an eye out for additional bonus tasks for this GO Pass during the event!
Spawns 
Wild Encounters
You may encounter event-themed Pokémon in the wild, including Cubchoo, Snorunt, Swinub, Litleo, Litwick, Growlithe, Vulpix, Alolan Vulpix, and more!
Vulpix
Alolan Vulpix
Growlithe
Swinub
Snorunt
Litwick
Cubchoo
Litleo
The following Pokémon will appear on alternating days during the event.
August 4, 6, 8, and 10
Ponyta
Snover
August 5, 7, 9, and 10
Slugma
Vanillite
Eggs 
In 5 km Eggs
The following Pokémon will hatch from 5 km Eggs.
Sneasel
Darumaka
Galarian Darumaka
Larvesta
Sizzlipede
Snom
Research 
Field Research Task Rewards
Event-themed Field Research tasks will be available.
Complete Field Research tasks to earn encounters with event-themed Pokémon, including Ponyta, Slugma, Snover, Vanillite, and more!
- Explore 2 kmPOSSIBLE REWARDS
PonytaMax CP727Min CP683
SlugmaMax CP383Min CP351
SnoverMax CP497Min CP460+1 - Spin 10 PokéStops or GymsPOSSIBLE REWARDSPonytaMax CP727Min CP683SlugmaMax CP383Min CP351SnoverMax CP497Min CP460+1
- Spin a PokéStop you haven't visited beforeREWARD
×1Rare Candy ×1
Summer Marathon
Event-exclusive Timed Research
There will be a free Timed Research opportunity available. Timed Research rewards include 16,800 XP and an encounter with Pikachu wearing a marathon visor.
Please note that Timed Research expires. The tasks associated with this Timed Research must be completed and their rewards must be claimed before Monday, August 10, 2026, at 8:00 p.m. local time.
GO Pass 
How to Earn Points
Earn points to increase your rank and unlock rewards. You can earn points by completing Pass Tasks and bonus tasks during the event.
Any rewards you earn for completing a Pass Task will be awarded as soon as you finish the task.
Trainers can earn up to 500 extra points daily by completing certain tasks.
- Win a raid - 100 PTS
- Hatch an Egg - 40 PTS
- Catch a Pokémon - 5 PTS
In addition, there will be Daily Tasks worth GO Points:
- Explore 2 km - 100 PTS
- Spin 10 PokéStops or Gyms - 50 PTS
GO Pass: Summer Marathon
Rank up and earn event rewards!
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Shiny 
Shiny Debut
For the first time in Pokémon GO, you’ll be able to encounter Shiny Snom—if you’re lucky!
- Snom
- Frosmoth
Increased Shiny Chance
You’ll also have an increased chance of encountering Shiny Ponyta, Slugma, Snover, and Vanillite!
Ponyta
Slugma
Snover
Vanillite
Sales 
New Avatar Item
The following avatar items will be available for free in the in-game shop during this event.
- No. 10 Jersey
Pokémon GO Web Store
Your GO Pass Deluxe purchased via the Pokémon GO Web Store will activate as soon as the GO Pass begins.
Trainers who upgrade to GO Pass Deluxe: Summer Marathon or GO Pass Deluxe: Summer Marathon + 6 Ranks on the Pokémon GO Web Store will receive 10 Ultra Balls, five Max Revives, one Premium Battle Pass, and five Max Potions as a gift with purchase.
Or stock up on the essentials alongside your upgrade with the web-exclusive GO Pass Deluxe: Summer Marathon + 6 Ranks Ultra Box which includes 20 Ultra Balls, 10 Max Revives, 10 Max Potions, two Premium Battles Passes, one Incubator, and one Super Incubator as a gift with purchase!
Check it out in the Pokémon GO Web Store!
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