Lechonk headlines Pokémon GO May 2026 Community Day

4 articles · Updated · Nintendo Wire · May 9

The event runs on 9 May from 2pm to 5pm local time, with Oinkologne gaining Mud Slap if evolved by 9pm.
Bonuses include quarter egg hatch distance, double catch candy, higher XL Candy chances for level-31-plus trainers, longer Incense and Lure durations, cheaper trades and one extra Special Trade.
A paid Special Research, Don't Hog the Spotlight, costs about $1.99, while PokéStop Showcases, bonus raids and event-themed stickers are not part of this Community Day.

With features missing from Lechonk's event, is this the new normal for Pokémon GO Community Days?

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Is the 'Don't Hog the Spotlight' research worth buying without a story or a collectible medal?