- Machop makes its comeback on May 24th from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM
- Exclusive Community Day Special Research story will be unlocked
- The event aligns with Go Battle Week festivities
As Pokémon GO gears up for the grand finale of its Might and Mastery season, Community Day Classic brings back a fan-favorite powerhouse - Machop. Mark your calendars for May 24th between 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM local time, when this Superpower Pokémon will dominate spawns, offering another chance to strengthen your Fighting-type lineup.
Whether you're looking to add a powerful Machamp to your team or hunt for that coveted green Shiny variant, this event presents the perfect opportunity. With increased Machop spawns and boosted Shiny odds, your dream catch might be just a Poké Ball away.
Evolve Machoke during the event or before May 31st at 10:00 PM local time to obtain a Machamp with the exclusive Charged Attack Payback - a Dark-type move delivering 110 power in Trainer Battles and 95 power in Gyms and raids.
Serious trainers can purchase the $1.99 Community Day Special Research for premium rewards including a Battle Pass, Rare Candy XL, bonus Machop encounters, and three Season-themed Machop.

The limited-time Timed Research offers additional incentives - complete post-event tasks before May 31st for a special Might and Mastery-themed Machop encounter with enhanced Shiny rates. Don't forget to redeem these Pokémon Go codes for extra bonuses!
Event highlights include triple Catch Stardust, extended 3-hour Lure Modules and Incense effects, plus surprise photobomb encounters. Field Research tasks and PokéStop Showcases provide additional opportunities to earn Stardust, Great Balls, and unique background Machop encounters.
For early birds, the Pokémon GO Web Store will offer an Ultra Community Day Box starting May 14th for $1.99, featuring two Rare Candies and a Special Research ticket.