Pokemon Go events schedule for April 2024: All current and upcoming events

❘ Updated: 2024-03-11T20:35:38

A poster for the Pokemon Go April events schedule

Niantic

A huge event schedule is lined up for Pokemon Go in April 2024, so we’ve compiled a full list of dates from Community Days to Spotlight Hours and special events like Sizeable Surprises.

Despite being almost eight years since it launched on mobile devices, Pokemon Go still has a massive community of players around the world who log in every day to catch ’em all and battle with friends. A big reason is the events that Niantic hosts in the game.

In addition to the monthly Community Days and weekly Spotlight Hours, which focus on a specific Pokemon, there are always themed events that celebrate everything from Halloween to the release of new mainline Pokemon games like Scarlet & Violet.

Below, you’ll find information on every major event happening in April 2024 in Pokemon Go, as well as details on the Spotlight Hours, Community Days, and Research Breakthroughs you can enjoy.

Sizeable Surprises
April Community Day Classic
Bug Out
Community Day
Verdant Wonders & Zarude Ticketed Event
World of Wonders: Taken Over
April Spotlight Hours
April Raid Hours
April Research Breakthrough

PokeStops in Pokemon Go that give out Field Research tasks

There are plenty of events happening in April.

All upcoming Pokemon Go events in April 2024

You can find information on every Pokemon Go event in April 2024 below, including details of Community Days, Spotlight Hours, and Raids. We’ll keep this page updated throughout the month.

Sizeable Surprises (April 4 – 9)

pokemon go sizeable surprises header

Sizeable Surprises focuses on increasing the chance of encountering XXS and XXL Pokemon. The event will also mark the debut of Shiny Kartana, Celesteela, and Wimpod.

Check out our event guide for Sizeable Surprises here.

April Community Day Classic (April 7)

Pokemon Go has announced that Bagon will headline the April Community Day Classic. For those who evolve Shelgon during the event or up to two hours after, they will receive a Salamence with the Charged Attack Outrage in return.

Check out our Bagon Community Day Classic hub for more information.

Bug Out (April 12 – 17)

Pokemon Go announces Bug Out event

The Bug Out event returns for the fourth time after its last appearance in 2022. As its name suggests, it focuses on Bug-type Pokemon, with creatures like Caterpie, Shuckle and Cutiefly appearing more frequently in the wild. It will also feature the debut of Mega Heracross.

Check out our Bug Out hub for more information.

Community Day (April 20)

The headliner for the April 2024 Community Day will be Bellsprout. Those who evolve a Weepinbell during the event or within five hours after will get a Victreebel that knows Magical Leaf.

Sustainability Week (April 22 – 26)

2024 Sustainability Week event in Pokemon Go

Sustainability Week is happening in Pokemon again from Monday, April 22, at 10:00 a.m. to Friday, April 26, 2024, at 8:00 p.m. local time. This event will feature an increased frequency of Buddy Pokemon bringing you Souvenirs and presents.

Hatch Day (April 28)

The next Egg-centric event will be Cleffa Hatch Day, which runs on April 28 from 2 pm to 5 pm local time. During this time, Cleffa will hatch more frequently from 2km Eggs and you’ll have an increased chance of hatching a Shiny Cleffa.

Pokemon Go April 2024 Spotlight Hours

Spotlight Hours are some of the most popular Pokemon Go events.

There are four Spotlight Hours to look forward to in Pokemon Go this month, which we’ve listed below alongside their bonuses:

April 2 – Zubat with double Transfer Candy
April 9 – Croagunk with double Evolution XP.
April 16 – Caterpie, Weedle, and Wurmple with double Catch Stardust
April 23 – Trubbish with double Catch XP
April 30 – Clefairy with double Catch Candy.

Spotlight Hours take place every Tuesday from 6 pm to 7 pm local time. Prepare for them by stocking up on Poke Balls and clearing out your Pokemon storage.

You can find out more details with our complete Spotlight Hour guide.

Pokemon Go April 2024 Raid Hours

Taking part in Raid Hours is a great way to catch Legendaries.

There are four Raid Hours to look forward to in Pokemon Go this month, which we’ve listed below:

April 3 – Tapu Lele
April 10 – Kartana
April 10 – Celesteela
April 17– Tapu Bulu
April 24 – Tapu Bulu

Raid Hours take place every Wednesday from 6 pm to 7 pm local time. During this hour, the featured Pokemon will appear more frequently in Raid Battles at Gyms.

You can find out more about Raid Battles with our Raid Boss schedule.

Pokemon Go April 2024 Research Breakthrough

A Research Breakthrough reward in Pokemon Go

Research Breakthroughs feature a new reward each month.

There are six potential Research Breakthrough rewards for April 2024: Goomy, Hisuian Sneasel, Furfrou, Sandygast, Jangmo-o, and Dubwool. You’ll be given one of these Pokemon encounters at random.

To earn a Research Breakthrough, you’ll need to complete seven Field Research tasks during April. If you complete one every day, you could earn up to four encounters during the month.

You can see a complete list of this month’s Field Research tasks right here.

That’s everything you need to know about April’s events calendar for Pokemon Go!

For more tips and tricks, make sure to check out some of our other Pokemon Go guides below:

How to catch a Ditto in Pokemon Go | Best Pokemon in Pokemon Go | Pokemon Go promo codes for free items | Rarest Pokemon | Community Day schedule