Pokemon GO Fest 2025: What, Where and When

Pokémon GO Fest 2025: Dates, Locations, and More!

Niantic has unveiled the exciting details for Pokémon GO Fest 2025, along with two additional January events. Let's dive into the specifics.

Pokémon GO Fest 2025: A Global Celebration

The Pokémon GO Fest 2025 will be a three-day extravaganza held in three global cities across June:

• Osaka, Japan: May 29th - June 1st
• Jersey City, New Jersey, USA: June 6th - June 8th
• Paris, France: June 13th - June 15th

Further details will be revealed in March 2025. Remember, event details are subject to change, but we'll keep you updated!

This annual event offers exclusive in-game items, gameplay enhancements, and bonuses. In-person attendees can expect unique experiences within each host city, including special merchandise and community hubs. Rare Pokémon, increased Shiny rates, and unique encounters are all hallmarks of the Fest. Past events have featured legendary Pokémon like Dusk Mane Necrozma, Dawn Wings Necrozma, and Marshadow.

January Events: Fashion Week and Shadow Raid Day

Beyond Pokémon GO Fest, Niantic announced two exciting January events:

Fashion Week: Taken Over (January 15th - 19th, 2025, 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm local time):

This event features the debut of Shroodle and Grafaiai in 12 km Eggs. Trainers can rescue Shadow Palkia from Team GO Rocket and Giovanni. Other Shadow Pokémon, including Snivy and Tepig, will also appear. Keep an eye out for a fashionably dressed Croagunk during snapshots!

Shadow Raid Day: Shadow Ho-Oh (January 19th, 2025, 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm local time):

Participate in five-star Shadow Raids to catch Shadow Ho-Oh. A $5 USD ticket grants eight additional Raid Passes, increased chances for Rare Candy XL, 2x Stardust, and 50% more XP from Raids. Shiny Ho-Oh will have increased appearance rates, and lucky trainers can teach their captured Ho-Oh the signature move, Sacred Fire, using a Charged TM.

Visit the official Pokémon GO website for complete details on all events!