Pokémon Go May Community Day brings Lechonk into the ...
Pokémon Go May Community Day features Lechonk with boosted spawns, bonuses, and an exclusive move on May 9th
www.pocketgamer.comLechonk Community Day in Pokémon GO is scheduled for Saturday, May 9, 2026, from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM local time, with boosted wild spawns and a higher Shiny rate. Oinkologne will learn Mud Slap as its exclusive move during this event, and there are typical bonuses like increased candy, reduced egg hatch distance, and extended Lure Module durations. Many outlets and the official community posts confirm the date, time window, and the event bonuses for May 2026.[2][6][7]
Key takeaways
- Date/time: May 9, 2026, 2–5 PM local time.[6][2]
- Featured Pokémon: Lechonk; Oinkologne learns Mud Slap as the exclusive move.[7][2]
- Bonuses: 2x Candy, improved XL Candy chances, reduced egg hatch distance, Lure Modules extended; Incense and trades have favorable conditions during the event.[5][2][7]
Helpful tips
- Plan to use regular Lures at stops from 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM local time to maximize Lechonk spawns.[7]
- Take screenshots during the event for potential surprises and Special Background Lechonk variants.[2]
- If you’re hunting shiny Lechonk, expect boosted rates during the event window.[6][2]
Would you like a concise checklist you can print or a quick map of best locations in Los Angeles for Lechonk spawns during the event?[2][6]