Pokémon Go Raid Schedule: June 2026 Legendary and Mega Pokémon

Staying updated with the latest Pokémon Go raid schedule is essential for managing your resources, ensuring you save your remote and standard raid passes for the Pokémon that matter most to your collection.

<p>With <strong>raid bosses</strong> rotating roughly every 7 to 10 days, keeping a close eye on the calendar ensures you don’t miss out on your favorite legendary or Mega-evolved creatures.</p>

<p>If you are new to the scene, raids take place at gyms between <strong>10 a.m. and 10 p.m. local time</strong>. Once a raid egg hatches, the encounter begins. You can gauge the challenge level before the battle starts: five-star raids are marked by five monster icons, Mega raids feature a distinctive Mega Evolution swirl, and shadow raids appear at gyms under the control of Team Go Rocket.</p>

<p>Below is the complete breakdown of the high-priority targets—including legendary Pokémon, Ultra Beasts, Mega evolutions, and shadow legendaries—available in <em>Pokémon Go</em> this month.</p>

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<h2 id="pok-eacute-mon-go-legendary-raid-schedule-for-june-2026">June 2026 Pokémon Go Five-Star Raid Calendar</h2>
<p>Here is the rotation for high-tier legendary Pokémon and Ultra Beasts:</p>
<ul>
    <li><strong>May 27 – June 2:</strong> Tapu Fini*</li>
    <li><strong>June 3 – June 9:</strong> Reshiram*</li>
    <li><strong>June 10 – June 16:</strong> Zekrom*</li>
    <li><strong>June 17 – June 23:</strong> Necrozma*</li>
    <li><strong>June 24 – June 30:</strong> Celesteela* (Southern Hemisphere) / Kartana* (Northern Hemisphere)</li>
</ul>
<p><em>*Denotes a chance to encounter a Shiny variant. Keep in mind that a Shiny legendary is a guaranteed catch; don't waste Golden Razz Berries—use a Pinap Berry instead to maximize your Candy rewards.</em></p>

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<h2 id="pok-eacute-mon-go-mega-raid-schedule-for-june-2026">June 2026 Pokémon Go Mega Raid Schedule</h2>
<p>Mega-evolved Pokémon rotate through raids on the following dates:</p>
<ul>
    <li><strong>May 27 – June 2:</strong> Mega Medicham*</li>
    <li><strong>June 3 – June 9:</strong> Mega Audino*</li>
    <li><strong>June 10 – June 16:</strong> Mega Lopunny*</li>
    <li><strong>June 17 – June 23:</strong> Mega Scizor*</li>
    <li><strong>June 24 – June 30:</strong> Mega Pidgeot*</li>
</ul>
<p><em>*Denotes a chance to encounter a Shiny variant.</em></p>
<p>Remember, you won't capture the Mega form itself. Instead, you'll earn the standard version of the Pokémon along with Mega Energy. The amount of energy awarded depends on your raid group's speed in defeating the boss.</p>

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<h2 id="pok-eacute-mon-go-legendary-shadow-raid-schedule-for-june-2026">June 2026 Shadow Legendary Raid Focus</h2>
<p>The featured shadow legendary for this month is <strong>Dialga</strong>, which also has a chance to appear as a Shiny.</p>

<p>While these challenging encounters are <strong>primarily limited to weekends</strong>, keep your eyes peeled, as developers occasionally sprinkle in surprise weekday shadow raids.</p>

<p>Shadow raids are significantly tougher than standard encounters, so it is vital to coordinate with a group. Stocking up on <strong>Purified Gems</strong> is highly recommended to neutralize the boss's shadow rage.</p>

<p>Be prepared for a difficult catch process as well; shadow Pokémon are notoriously restless and move frequently. Stay composed, monitor their attack patterns, and be patient with your throws to secure your prize.</p>

Source: Polygon