Pokémon GO Pass October Guide 2026: Rewards, Tasks, Deluxe Benefits & Halloween

In October 2026, Pokémon GO features two important Passes to know about: the regular GO Pass: October, featuring Kyogre and the returning Lucky Trinket, and the upcoming GO Pass: Halloween 2026, which brings Halloween-themed Pokémon encounters, avatar items, Rare Candy XL, and more. This guide covers the latest GO Pass dates, rewards, milestone bonuses, Deluxe benefits, Pass Tasks, and strategies for ranking up efficiently.

What Is Pokémon GO Pass?

GO Pass is a limited-time progression system in Pokémon GO. Trainers earn GO Points through regular gameplay and specific Pass Tasks to increase their rank and unlock rewards.

The system has two main reward tracks:

• Free GO Pass: Available at no additional cost to eligible Trainers during the Pass period.
• GO Pass Deluxe: A paid upgrade that provides additional rewards, such as extra Pokémon encounters, premium items, and exclusive avatar items.

Some Passes also offer a GO Pass Deluxe + 10 Ranks option. This upgrade provides enough additional GO Points to start at Rank 11, helping Trainers unlock higher-rank rewards sooner.

Both tracks progress simultaneously. You can purchase Deluxe after earning free-track progress and claim eligible premium rewards for ranks you have already unlocked.

Each Pass has its own start date, progression deadline, and reward-claim deadline. Check these dates carefully so you do not lose rewards you have earned.

 

Pokémon GO Pass at a Glance

All times are local. Prices are in USD or the equivalent regional pricing tier, and availability may vary by region.

Official announcements:

• GO Pass: October — Pokémon GO
• Halloween 2026 Part I and GO Pass details — Pokémon GO

 

GO Pass: October 2026

GO Pass: October runs from October 6 to November 3, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. local time. Trainers receive the Pass automatically and can collect GO Points throughout the event.

Featured rewards

The October Pass features the following rewards.

Free GO Pass	GO Pass Deluxe
Kyogre encounter, with a chance to encounter a Shiny Pokémon	Lucky Trinket
Rare Candy XL	One Super Incubator
Premium Battle Passes	Additional Pokémon encounters
Lucky Eggs	Extra premium rewards

The Lucky Trinket is the main Deluxe highlight, while Kyogre is the featured Pokémon encounter for the monthly Pass.

October milestone bonuses

Trainers can unlock four major milestone bonuses as they progress through the October Pass.

Tier	Rank	Bonus
Tier 1	1	One additional Candy when trading Pokémon; Trainers at Level 31 or above also receive one guaranteed Candy XL when trading
Tier 2	25	Increased daily Gift opening, receiving, and carrying limits
Tier 3	50	Double Daily Adventure Incense duration
Tier 4	75	Increased Stardust and XP from hatching Eggs

GO Pass Deluxe upgrades the Tier 2 Gift limits:

• Free track: Open up to 40 Gifts per day, receive up to 125 Gifts per day from spinning PokéStops and Gym Photo Discs, and hold 10 additional Gifts.
• Deluxe track: Open up to 50 Gifts per day, receive up to 150 Gifts per day from spins, and hold 20 additional Gifts.

These bonuses make the October Pass useful even for Trainers who are primarily interested in catching Pokémon, hatching Eggs, and building up their item supplies.

How the Lucky Trinket works

The Lucky Trinket is a one-time-use item available as the final reward on the October Deluxe track.

When used, it turns one eligible friend into a Lucky Friend, even if you have not reached Best Friends status. Your next trade with that friend will result in both Pokémon becoming Lucky Pokémon.

There are two important restrictions:

• You must be at least Great Friends with the Trainer you choose.
• You cannot use the item on someone who is already your Lucky Friend.

The October Lucky Trinket expires on November 8, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. local time, regardless of when you claim it. Plan your trade before the expiration date.

October GO Points bonus weekend

From October 31 at 12:00 a.m. through November 1 at 11:59 p.m. local time, the daily limit on GO Points earned through regular capped activities is removed.

This is a useful opportunity to make additional progress before the October Pass ends. Trainers who are behind on their ranks should take advantage of this period while continuing to complete available Pass Tasks.

October Web Store bonuses

Purchasing Deluxe through the Pokémon GO Web Store provides additional items.

GO Pass Deluxe: October	GO Pass Deluxe: October + 10 Ranks
10 Ultra Balls	10 Ultra Balls
5 Max Revives	5 Max Revives
5 Max Potions	5 Max Potions
1 Premium Battle Pass	2 Premium Battle Passes

The Web Store also offers an October Deluxe Ultra Box with 20 Ultra Balls, 10 Max Revives, 10 Max Potions, and 5 Premium Battle Passes.

Check the official Web Store for current availability and regional pricing before purchasing.

 

GO Pass: Halloween 2026

GO Pass: Halloween 2026 runs from October 27 at 10:00 a.m. to November 5, 2026, at 8:00 p.m. local time.

Unlike the regular October Pass, this is a separate event progression track with its own rewards, milestone bonuses, and claim deadline.

Halloween GO Pass rewards

Free track	GO Pass Deluxe
Halloween-themed Pokémon encounters	Additional Pokémon encounters
Candy for featured Pokémon	Patissier Top avatar item
Rare Candy	Patissier Pants avatar item
Ultra Balls	Rare Candy XL
Additional rewards	Premium Battle Passes and other rewards

The Halloween Pass is especially appealing to Trainers who want event-themed Pokémon encounters, exclusive avatar clothing, and extra resources during the Halloween season.

Halloween GO Pass milestone bonuses

The Halloween Pass has its own event-specific milestones.

Milestone	Free bonus	Deluxe bonus
Tier 1 — Rank 10	2× Candy for catching Pokémon	3× Candy for catching Pokémon
Tier 2 — Rank 20	2× Stardust for catching Pokémon	3× Stardust for catching Pokémon

Additional Pass Tasks may be announced during the event. These Halloween bonuses are separate from the regular monthly Pass milestones, so do not assume that reaching a particular rank in one Pass automatically unlocks bonuses in the other.

Halloween 2026 event highlights

The Halloween event runs across two parts, with the first part beginning on October 27.

Halloween Part I: October 27–November 1

New costumed Pokémon include:

• Pikachu wearing a hat and capelet
• Zubat wearing a top hat
• Sinistea wearing a bow

Trainers may also encounter Halloween-themed Pokémon in the wild, complete event Field Research, and discover special surprises left behind by mischievous Pokémon. Shiny versions may be available where indicated by the official announcement.

The event also features Halloween decorations at PokéStops and Gyms, themed stickers, and a nightly remix of the Lavender Town music.

Halloween Part II: November 1–November 5

Part II brings additional Halloween encounters and the debut of Shiny Greavard in Pokémon GO. Trainers may encounter Greavard in the wild or through GO Pass and Field Research tasks.

Other featured Pokémon include Litwick, Rowlet wearing a Pokémon Halloween costume, and Gengar wearing a Spooky Festival costume.

The Halloween GO Pass continues until November 5, so Trainers can keep progressing after Part I ends.

Remember that Pokémon featured in the wider Halloween event are not necessarily all rewards on the GO Pass track. Check the in-game Pass for the specific encounters attached to individual ranks.

Halloween Web Store bonuses

Purchasing Halloween Deluxe through the Pokémon GO Web Store includes additional items.

GO Pass Deluxe: Halloween 2026	GO Pass Deluxe: Halloween 2026 + 10 Ranks
10 Ultra Balls	10 Ultra Balls
5 Max Revives	5 Max Revives
5 Max Potions	5 Max Potions
1 Premium Battle Pass	2 Premium Battle Passes

The Web Store also offers a Halloween Deluxe + 10 Ranks Ultra Box containing 20 Ultra Balls, 10 Max Revives, 10 Max Potions, and 5 Premium Battle Passes.

The Halloween Deluxe purchase activates when the Pass begins. Review the official Web Store offer to confirm the current package and regional availability.

Reward-list note: The official announcements confirm the main reward categories, milestone bonuses, and Deluxe highlights covered above. For the complete Rank 1–100 reward list and exact task-by-task GO Point values, use the active in-game Pass as the reference before publishing a detailed numerical breakdown.

 

GO Pass Deluxe vs. Free

Whether Deluxe is worthwhile depends on how often you play, how far you expect to progress, and which rewards matter most to your account.

Feature	Free GO Pass	GO Pass Deluxe
Cost	Free	US$7.99
Starting progress	Normal progression	Normal progression
Additional starting ranks	Not included	Available with the +10 Ranks option
Featured Pokémon encounters	Included where specified	Includes free-track rewards plus additional encounters
Premium items	Some rewards	Additional premium rewards
Exclusive avatar items	Not included where Deluxe-exclusive	Included when specified
October Lucky Trinket	Not included	Included
Halloween Patissier clothing	Not included	Included

When should you choose the free track?

The free track is a good choice if you want the featured Pokémon encounter, enjoy progressing through daily tasks, or prefer not to spend money on a limited-time reward system.

Consistent play can unlock many useful items without purchasing Deluxe.

When is Deluxe worth it?

Deluxe may be worthwhile if you want additional Pokémon encounters, exclusive items, Rare Candy XL, or other premium rewards.

For October, the Lucky Trinket and Super Incubator are major highlights. For Halloween, the Patissier avatar clothing and additional event-themed encounters are the main attractions.

Is Deluxe + 10 Ranks worth buying?

The +10 Ranks option is useful for Trainers who want to start further along the reward track, especially if they join late or have limited time to complete the Pass.

However, the starting boost does not automatically unlock every reward. You still need to progress through the remaining ranks and claim eligible rewards before the deadline.

 

GO Points and Pass Tasks

GO Points are the progression currency used to increase your GO Pass rank. Trainers can earn points through two main methods: regular gameplay and specific Pass Tasks.

Regular gameplay activities

Depending on the active Pass, eligible activities may include:

• Catching Pokémon
• Hatching Eggs
• Winning raids
• Other gameplay activities specified by the Pass

Some Passes impose a daily cap on points earned through regular activities. Special bonus periods may remove or change that limit.

Pass Tasks

Pass Tasks are specific objectives that award GO Points when completed. These may include catching a certain number of Pokémon, making particular throws, spinning PokéStops, hatching Eggs, or earning Buddy hearts.

Tasks and point values can vary by Pass, so check the active task list rather than assuming that the previous month's requirements still apply.

How to earn GO Points efficiently?

• Complete daily tasks before you forget them.
• Work on weekly objectives alongside your normal gameplay.
• Combine activities, such as walking with your Buddy while hatching Eggs.
• Use special bonus periods to catch up on progression.
• Check your remaining GO Points before deciding whether to purchase a rank boost.

The September 2026 Pass used a 200-point daily catch task, a second daily task for Deluxe players, and separate weekly objectives. Those values are historical and should not be assumed to apply to the October or Halloween Pass.

 

How to Rank Up Faster

You do not need to buy Deluxe to progress efficiently. A consistent routine can help you earn more GO Points and unlock the rewards you want.

• Complete daily tasks first. They provide a reliable source of progress and are easy to overlook during busy play sessions.
• Plan around weekly objectives. Schedule raids, Egg hatches, Buddy hearts, and throwing tasks around your usual routine.
• Combine multiple activities. Walk while hatching Eggs, earn Buddy hearts, and spin PokéStops along the way.
• Take advantage of bonus periods. October 31 and November 1 are particularly useful for the regular October Pass because the daily GO Points cap is removed.
• Prioritize the rewards you want. If you are aiming for a specific encounter or premium item, calculate how much progress remains.
• Claim rewards before the deadline. The end of a Pass and the final reward-claim deadline are not always the same.

If you are deciding between the standard Deluxe upgrade and Deluxe + 10 Ranks, compare the cost with the amount of progress you can realistically earn before the Pass ends.

 

Historical Passes

Pokémon GO Pass rewards change regularly. Previous monthly Passes remain useful for reference, but their reward tables and special bonuses should not be confused with those of the current Pass.

GO Pass: September 2026

The September Pass ran from September 8 to October 6, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. local time. Its featured Rank 100 reward was a Latios encounter, with a chance to encounter a Shiny Pokémon.

Other highlights included:

• Timed Incubator on the Deluxe track
• Super Incubator and Egg Incubator
• Seven Rare Candy XL on the Deluxe track
• Additional Pokémon encounters, including Dynamax Pokémon
• An uncapped GO Points weekend on October 3–4

The September Pass reward-claim deadline was October 8, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. local time.

Its complete Rank 1–100 reward table is best maintained in a dedicated September guide. Keeping historical reward lists separate makes this main guide easier to update when new monthly and event-specific Passes arrive.

For future updates, the same approach can be used for November, December, and subsequent GO Passes: retain the general mechanics here and link to a dedicated monthly reward breakdown when one becomes available.

 

Conclusion

Pokémon GO Pass provides a straightforward way to earn Pokémon encounters, useful items, and special gameplay bonuses by playing regularly. The free track offers rewards to eligible Trainers, while Deluxe adds premium items, extra encounters, and other exclusive benefits.

In October 2026, Kyogre and the Lucky Trinket headline the regular monthly Pass. Halloween GO Pass begins on October 27, bringing event-themed encounters, catch bonuses, Rare Candy XL, and exclusive Patissier avatar clothing.

To get the most out of either Pass, complete available tasks, take advantage of bonus periods, and claim every reward before it expires. Check this guide for updates as new Pokémon GO Passes and official reward details are released.