Pokémon GO Fest Makeup Day Goes Global with All Rewards
Trainers, the wait is over. After widespread technical issues during GO Fest, Niantic has listened to the community and expanded the makeup event to every player worldwide. On Sunday, July 26, from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. local time, you’ll get a full day of raid bonuses, free passes, and the chance to hunt those elusive shiny legendaries — no matter where you are.
Global Makeup Day Announced
The official Pokémon GO app posted the update: “Upon further investigation, we have found that technical issues impacting raids globally. To make up for this, we will expand the special raid event to trainers on Sunday, July 26 at 10:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m. local time.” The announcement confirms that all rewards previously limited to specific regions are now available to everyone.
Event Details and Rewards
- Up to 9 free raid passes when you spin a Photo Disc at a Gym.
- Premier Balls become more effective for catching raid bosses.
- Remote raid limit removed — you can remote raid as much as you want during the event.
- Link charge cap increased to 2,000.
- Additional bonuses for Deluxe Pass holders or those who earned 5,000 XP:
- 5 extra raid passes
- 3 extra candies from raids (5 for 5‑star+ raids)
- 1 extra XL candy
- Shiny backgrounds return — if you missed a shiny legendary background, this is your second chance.
Free Raid Passes and Bonuses
The nine free passes are the core of the makeup day. Spin any Gym’s Photo Disc and you’ll receive a pass, up to nine total. With the remote raid limit lifted, you can use those passes from home or coordinate with local groups. The increased link charge cap (2,000) means you can keep your Buddy’s link charged longer, helpful for those extended raid sessions.
Mega Mewtwo Y Focus and Shiny Hunting
The event features Mega Mewtwo Y as the exclusive mega raid boss. While Mega Mewtwo X is also available, the creator notes that Y is the stronger counterpart and the one most players will target. With nine free passes, you have ample opportunities to chase a shiny Mewtwo and secure the coveted shiny background. The creator also mentions the possibility of Elite Quick TM’ing Counter onto Mewtwo, though no official confirmation has been given yet.
Community Reaction and Creator’s Thoughts
The community response has been overwhelmingly positive. Comments highlight relief that Niantic “finally listened” and excitement over the global rollout. The creator shares personal plans: using all free passes on Mega Mewtwo Y, doing a few downtown raids with friends, and then calling it a day — “why keep eating when you’re full?” They also joke about the Mandela Effect surrounding Pikachu’s tail stripe, adding a light‑hearted touch to the coverage.
Final Thoughts
GO Fest Makeup Day is a win for every trainer. Mark your calendar for July 26, 10:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m. local time, stock up on raid passes, and get ready to catch those shinies. If you’re as hyped as we are, drop a comment below with your raid plans and which legendary background you’re hunting. Good luck, trainers — see you in the raids!