Another powerful Mega Evolution is making its way into Pokémon GO with the Ultra Unlock Mega Lucario Raid Day! On July 27, 2024, from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. local time, Mega Lucario is unleashing its powerful aura in raids. To help battle this iconic Pokémon, Trainers can receive up to five additional free Raid Passes from spinning Gym Photo Discs and the daily Remote Raid limit will increase to 20 from July 26 at 5:00 p.m. to July 27, 2024, at 8:00 p.m. local time. Additionally, Trainers will earn 1.5× more XP from Raid Battles and have an increased chance of encountering Shiny Lucario. After successfully completing a Mega Lucario raid, Trainers will have an opportunity to catch a Lucario that knows the Fast Attack Force Palm.

Trainers interested in maximizing their Mega Lucario Raid Day experience can purchase an event ticket for US$5.00 (or the equivalent pricing tier in your local currency). Ticket holders will receive eight additional Raid Passes from spinning Gym Photo Discs. They’ll also have an increased chance of receiving Rare Candy XL from Raid Battles and be guaranteed to receive a Rare Candy XL for catching Lucario. Trainers will be swimming in XP and Stardust with 3× XP and 2× Stardust from Raid Battles. Trainers can purchase and gift tickets to friends they’ve achieved a Friendship level of Great Friends or higher with.

Need some tips for defeating Mega Lucario? Check out the Mega Lucario raid strategy guide.

Steel yourself and harness your fighting spirit, Trainers!