Sandile Hatch Day
Time and Date
Saturday, October 17, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. local time
Featured Pokémon
Sandile will hatch much more frequently from 
2 km Eggs. You’ll also have an increased chance of hatching Shiny Sandile!
Event Bonuses
- 2× Candy from hatching Eggs*
- 1/2 Egg Hatch Distance*
- Increased chance of hatching Shiny Sandile
- Increased chance of receiving 2 km Eggs from spinning PokéStops
*This bonus does not stack with bonuses from Pokémon GO events or GO Passes.
Timed Research
Event-exclusive Timed Research awarding an 
Incubator and XP will be available at no cost!
Please note that Timed Research expires. The tasks associated with Timed Research must be completed and their rewards must be claimed before Saturday, October 17, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. local time.
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. Purchasing this ticket will also grant the following bonus during Sandile Hatch Day.
- 1/4 Egg Hatch Distance*
This paid Timed Research will challenge you to earn 
Stardust and explore 1 km to earn the following items.
- One
Star Piece - Two
Super Incubators - And more!
Please note that Timed Research expires. The tasks associated with Timed Research must be completed and their rewards must be claimed before Saturday, October 17, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. local time.
Availability of event tickets may vary by region.
