Pokémon GO Fest 2025 Details Announced

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 upcoming festivities!

Pokémon GO Fest 2025: A Global Celebration

The Pokémon GO Fest 2025 will be a three-day extravaganza taking place across three international cities:

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

Further event specifics 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 features, and bonuses. In-person attendees will enjoy unique city-specific activities and experiences. Ticket purchase is required for both in-person and online participation.

Expect rare Pokémon encounters not found in standard gameplay, increased Shiny Pokémon rates, and location-based habitat variations. In-person events also feature exclusive merchandise, themed sets, community hubs, and team lounges. While details remain limited, expect a similar format to previous years.

Two More Pokémon GO Events This January!

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

Fashion Week: Taken Over:

• Date: January 15th, 2025, 12:00 pm - January 19th, 2025, 8:00 pm (local time)
• Highlights: Rescue Shadow Palkia from Team GO Rocket and Giovanni. Shroodle and Grafaiai debut in 12 km Eggs. Other Shadow Pokémon appearances (Snivy, Tepig, etc.). Chance to encounter a fashionably dressed Croagunk.

Shadow Raid Day: Shadow Ho-Oh:

• Date: January 19th, 2025, 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm (local time)
• Highlights: Five-Star Shadow Raids featuring Shadow Ho-Oh. $5 USD ticket grants eight Raid Passes, increased Rare Candy XL chance, 2x Stardust, and 50% XP bonus from Raids. Increased Shiny Ho-Oh encounter rate, and a chance to teach it Sacred Fire.

Visit the official Pokémon GO website for complete event details! Get ready for a year of exciting Pokémon GO adventures!