Pinch in and prepare for Klawf, the Ambush Pokémon, and more during the Pinch Perfect event in Pokémon GO! Enjoy event bonuses such as 2× XP for catching Pokémon. The event takes place from January 6th, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. to Sunday, January 11th, 2026 at 8:00 p.m. local time

Beware and prepare for Klawf and more during the Pinch Perfect event!

Pinch Perfect - Tuesday, January 6, at 10:00 a.m. to Sunday, January 11, 2026, at 8:00 p.m. local time

Pokémon Debuts

Klawf, the Ambush Pokémon, will make its Pokémon GO debut! Also, for the first time in Pokémon GO, you’ll be able to encounter Shiny Dhelmise—if you’re lucky!

Event Bonuses

• 2× XP for catching Pokémon.
• Increased chance of encountering Shiny Corphish, Shiny Dwebble, and Shiny Clauncher.

Wild Encounters

You may encounter event-themed Pokémon in the wild, including Corphish , Dwebble , Clauncher , and more. You might even encounter Tirtouga* and Archen*!

: If you’re lucky, you may encounter a Shiny one.

Raids

The following Pokémon will appear in raids.

One-Star Raids
Corphish
Dwebble
Clauncher

Three-Star Raids
Dhelmise
Dondozo

: If you’re lucky, you may encounter a Shiny one.

Field Research Task Encounters

Event-themed Field Research tasks will be available! The following Pokémon will be available to encounter when you complete Field Research tasks!

Corphish
Dwebble
Clauncher

Some Trainers might even encounter the following.
Dhelmise
Klawf

: If you’re lucky, you may encounter a Shiny one.

Timed Research

Three event-themed Timed Research focused on catching Pokémon will be available throughout the event on the following schedule!

Tuesday, January 6, at 10:00 a.m. to Thursday, January 8, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. local time

Complete the research tasks to earn encounters with the following event-themed Pokémon.

• Dwebble*
• Klawf

Thursday, January 8, at 10:00 a.m. to Saturday, January 10, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. local time

Complete the research tasks to earn encounters with the following event-themed Pokémon.

• Corphish*
• Klawf

Saturday, January 10, at 10:00 a.m. to Sunday, January 11, 2026, at 8:00 p.m. local time

Complete the research tasks to earn encounters with the following event-themed Pokémon.

• Clauncher*
• Klawf

: If you’re lucky, you may encounter a Shiny one.

Paid Timed Research

For US$1.99 (or the equivalent pricing tier in your local currency), you’ll be able to access event-exclusive Timed Research.

Timed Research rewards include the following.

• Two Premium Battles Passes
• Encounters with Corphish, Dwebble, Clauncher, Dhelmise, and Klawf And more!

Please note that Timed Research expires. The tasks associated with this Timed Research must be completed and their rewards must be claimed before Sunday, January 11, 2026, at 8:00 p.m. local time.

Trainers will be able to purchase and gift tickets to any of their Pokémon GO friends that they have achieved a Friendship level of Great Friends or higher with. Please note that purchases—including those made for other Trainers—are non-refundable (subject to applicable law and the exceptions set forth in the Terms of Service). Tickets cannot be purchased with PokéCoins.

*Please note that the Pinch Perfect Premium Timed Research ticket will only be available in the in-game shop until January 11, 2026, at 8:00 p.m.

Pokémon GO Web Store – Pinch Perfect Ultra Ticket Box

The Pinch Perfect Ultra Ticket Box will be available for US$1.99 (or the equivalent pricing tier in your local currency) and includes an event ticket and five Ultra Balls!

Source: https://pokemongo.com/news/pinch-perfect-2026