Pokémon GO Teams Up with ESA for Astronaut Pikachu Event
In a unique collaboration, the European Space Agency (ESA) and The Pokémon Company are bringing an exciting event to Pokémon GO players. In celebration of World Space Week 2026, trainers can participate in a limited-time quest to catch Astronaut Pikachu, who recently completed a 67-day mission in orbit.
Event Details:
- Availability: The Astronaut Pikachu event runs until October 10, 2026. After that date, players can still engage in other events and Timed Research opportunities until April 30, 2027.
- Location: Players need to visit select space and science museums across Europe to participate in one-star raids and complete Timed Research tasks.
- Special Features: Encounter and unlock event-themed Pokémon including this special version of Pikachu. There’s even a chance to find Shiny versions!
Participating Museums:
- Science Museum – London, England
- Cité de l’espace – Toulouse, France
- Deutsches Museum – Nuremberg, Germany
- Museu de les Ciències – València, Spain
- Space Expo – Noordwijk, Netherlands
- Euro Space Center – Transinne, Belgium
How to Participate:
To catch Astronaut Pikachu, plan a trip to one of the participating locations and engage in the planned activities. Just remember, rewards must be claimed by October 12, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. local time.
Happy hunting, trainers! Go catch that Pikachu!
