Pokémon GO August 2026 Raids: Shiny Lunala, the Lake Trio and Shadow Giratina
By Matt · Published · Updated August 2026 had Kyurem (to 4 August), Uxie, Mesprit and Azelf in their regions (5 to 11 August), Groudon (12 to 18 August), Lunala with its shiny for the first time (19 to 25 August) and Regirock, Regice and Registeel (26 August to 8 September), with Shadow Giratina in Shadow raids from 5 August to 8 September. Shiny Lunala was my chase.
Here are all the Pokémon that came to battles in August 2026.
The August 2026 raid schedule
- 29 July to 4 August: Kyurem in 5-star raids, with Mega Aggron in 4-star raids.
- 5 to 11 August: Uxie, Mesprit and Azelf in their regular regions, with Mega Blaziken.
- 12 to 18 August: Groudon returned, with Mega Garchomp.
- 19 to 25 August: Lunala, which could be shiny for the first time ever, with Mega Swampert.
- 26 August to 8 September: Regirock, Regice and Registeel, with Mega Gyarados.
- 5 August to 8 September: Shadow Giratina in Shadow raids.
Dynamax debuts
- Dynamax Magmar (3 to 9 August)
- Dynamax Magikarp (17 to 23 August)
- Hitmontop (24 to 30 August)
Matt's takeObviously, shiny Lunala was my chase for the month.
For Shadow Giratina and its counters, see my Giratina raid guide.
FAQ
What raids were in Pokémon GO in August 2026?
Kyurem (29 July to 4 August), the lake trio (5 to 11 August), Groudon (12 to 18 August), Lunala (19 to 25 August) and the Regi trio (26 August to 8 September) in 5-star raids, with Shadow Giratina in Shadow raids.
Could Lunala be shiny in August 2026?
Yes, for the first time ever, from 19 to 25 August.
Which Dynamax Pokémon debuted in August 2026?
Dynamax Magmar (3 to 9 August), Dynamax Magikarp (17 to 23 August) and Hitmontop (24 to 30 August).
Get Matt's full take
The extended write-up on Patreon has Matt’s commentary, what to prioritise and Matt’s own plan.