Trainers, get ready for an exciting battle-themed event in Pokémon GO! The Rivals Week event is set to take place from May 4 to May 9, 2024, bringing a focus on Pokémon rivals and intense matchups. During this event, players will have the chance to encounter and battle some of the most iconic rival Pokémon in the game.

Key rival pairs such as Zangoose and Seviper, Throh and Sawk, Heatmor and Durant will be featured in this event, allowing Trainers from all over the world to engage in exciting battles and encounters. Additionally, a special GO Battle Weekend will coincide with the Rivals Week event, providing even more opportunities for intense PvP battles.

Here are some essential details about the Rivals Week 2024 event in Pokémon GO:

– **Date & Time**: The event kicks off on Saturday, May 4, at 10:00 a.m. PDT and concludes on Thursday, May 9, 2024, at 8:00 p.m. PDT.
– **Bonuses**: Trainers can enjoy bonuses such as 10× XP from spinning Photo Discs at Gyms, 2× Catch Candy, and an increased chance to encounter Shiny versions of Zangoose, Seviper, Throh, Sawk, Heatmor, and Durant.
– **Wild Encounters**: A variety of Pokémon will appear more frequently in the wild during the event, including Alolan Sandshrew, Mankey, Poliwag, Gligar, Ralts, Galarian Stunfisk, and Lickitung.
– **Raids**: Players can participate in raids featuring Pokémon like Mankey, Teddiursa, Swinub, Jangmo-o, Seviper, Zangoose, Sawk, Throh, Heatmor, and Durant.
– **Field Research Task Encounters**: Event-themed Field Research tasks will offer encounters with Pokémon like Mankey, Poliwag, Ralts, Alolan Sandshrew, and Gligar.
– **Timed Research**: Special Timed Research tasks with rewards like XP, Rare Candy, Fast TMs, and encounters with event-themed Pokémon will be available throughout the event.
– **GO Battle Weekend**: A special weekend focusing on PvP battles will take place from May 4 at 12:00 a.m. PDT to May 5 at 11:59 p.m. PDT, featuring increased Stardust rewards, extended battle sets, and themed Timed Research tasks.

With a lineup of exciting encounters, battles, and rewards, the Pokémon GO Rivals Week Event promises to be a thrilling experience for all Trainers. Get ready to test your skills, catch rare Pokémon, and prove your worth in intense rivalries during this action-packed event!