Pokémon GO's 8th Anniversary Extravaganza is almost upon us! Get ready for a week of festivities starting Friday, June 28th at 10:00 a.m. and lasting until Wednesday, July 3rd, 2024, at 8:00 p.m. Prepare for exciting new Pokémon appearances, boosted event bonuses, and enhanced raid and trading opportunities.
What's in Store for Trainers?
Celebrate with new costumed Pokémon! Spot party-hat-wearing Grimer and Muk, and keep an eye out for a Shiny Grimer! Meltan also makes a shiny return when using the Mystery Box during the event.
Boost your friendships and trades! Enjoy increased chances of becoming Lucky Friends and obtaining Lucky Pokémon in trades. Friendship levels will increase rapidly through Gift opening, trading, and battling. You might even discover 8 or 88 Gimmighoul Coins when spinning PokéStops with a Golden Lure Module.
Experience special bonus events!
- June 28th-29th: Half Egg Hatch Distance.
- June 30th-July 1st: Double XP for catching Pokémon.
- July 2nd-3rd: Double Stardust for catches.
One-star raids get a festive upgrade! Encounter festively attired Pokémon with increased Shiny rates. Complete event-themed Field Research tasks for encounters with partner Pokémon like Bulbasaur, Cyndaquil, and Mudkip, and earn Mega Energy for Venusaur, Charizard, Blastoise, Sceptile, Blaziken, and Swampert.
Don't miss out on additional events! Timed Research tasks and the Whispers in the Woods Masterwork Research are available for purchase. Check the official website for a complete list of paid events. The Pokémon GO web store also features adorable Anniversary stickers and a special Anniversary Box.
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