NianticA huge event schedule is underway for Pokemon Go in August 2025, so we’ve compiled a full list of dates from Community Days to Spotlight Hours and exciting celebrations like the Dark Skies and Go Fest 2025: Max Finale events.
Despite launching on mobile devices over eight years ago, Pokemon Go still has a massive community of players worldwide who log in every day to catch ’em all and battle with friends. A big reason is the events that Niantic hosts in the game.
In addition to the monthly Community Days and weekly Spotlight Hours, which focus on a specific Pokemon, there are always themed events that celebrate everything from Halloween to the release of new mainline games like Scarlet & Violet.
Below, you’ll find information on every major event happening this month in Pokemon Go, and details on its Spotlight Hours, Community Days, and any Research Breakthroughs.
All upcoming Pokemon Go events in August 2025
Delightful Days: Taken Over! (August 11 – August 17)
NIANTICA new Taken Over is on the way, and Team Go Rocket is going all out. Shadow Raids get a shake-up with Grunts and Leaders using new Shadow Pokemon, while Giovanni exploits Shadow Giratina (Altered Form)’s full power.
The event will run from August 11 until August 17, and will debut Shiny Shadow Kyogre in 5-Star Raids. Moreover, Shiny Salandit can be hatched from Eggs for the first time, and players can use Charged TMs to help a Shadow creature ditch the Charged Move Frustration.
2025 Pokemon World Championships (August 15 – August 17)
NIANTICPokemon Go is going global as the 2025 World Championships land in Anaheim, and fans at home can get in on the action, too.
A special Worlds Tee avatar item drops during the Day 1 livestream, so be ready to grab that code. In-game, a three-day event brings the debut of Pikachu in a varsity jacket (with a Shiny chance), boosted wild spawns, and extra Go Battle League encounters.
You’ll also score up to x5 Special Trades per day, Raid bosses like Lapras and Honedge, and premium goodies through a Timed Research – including Guzzlord, Carbink, and loads of Stardust.
Shadow Raid Weekend (August 16 – August 17)
DEXERTOAs part of the Delightful Days: Taken Over event, Shadow Kyogre will get its Shiny variant during a special weekend.
The event will run from August 16, 2025, at 6:00 AM until August 17, 2025, at 10:00 PM local time, where players will have multiple chances to challenge Shiny Shadow Kyogre in 5-Star Raids.
Additionally, players will get one extra Raid Pass from spinning Photo Discs at Gyms each day during the event hours.
Dark Skies (August 18 – August 23)
DEXERTODark Skies is the prelude to the Go Fest 2025: Max Finale, which will debut the intimidating Legendary, Eternatus.
To prepare for the finale, players can take advantage of the Dark Skies event, which will run from August 18 until August 23, to catch every released Dynamax and Gigantamax Pokemon, as they will take over Power Spots with specific rotations.
Crowned Sword Zacian and Crowned Shield Zamazenta will also return to 5-Star Raids with Shiny potential. Plus, players will have boosted Max Particle caps, a Remote Raid limit increase, and more.
Go Fest 2025: Max Finale (August 23 – August 24)
DEXERTOAfter having another shot at all the already released Dynamax and Gigantamax Pokemon in the game in Dark Skies, players will have the chance to finally challenge the incredibly intimidating Eternatus in its Eternamax form during the Go Fest 2025: Max Finale.
The event will run for two days – starting August 23 – and every player will get free access to the Legendary. However, Eternatus can only be caught once, and it will require a massive amount of Candy to reach its Eternamax form.
Luckily, the Go Pass and Go Pass Deluxe will provide significant amounts of Candy and Candy XL.
Sunkissed Shores (August 25 – August 31)
NIANTICSunkissed Shores splashes into Go from August 25 to August 31, 2025, and it’s bringing some serious beachy vibes with Dondozo – the Big Catfish Pokemon – making its epic debut in 3-Star Raids (and yes, its Shiny variation is out there if you’re lucky).
On the wild side, expect an influx of splashy spawns: Psyduck, Shellder, Marill, Wingull, Sandygast, Lechonk, and regional Oricorio forms (Baile, Pom‑Pom, Pa’u, Sensu). Plus, a rare shot at Alolan Exeggutor.
The event will also feature Raid rotations, two Paid and free Timed Research, and Web deals.
Rookidee Community Day (August 30)
NIANTICThe Rookidee Community Day swoops in on Saturday, August 30, 2025, from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM local time, with the Tiny Bird Pokemon flooding wild spawns – and yes, its Shiny version is up for grabs.
Trainers who evolve it into Corvisquire and eventually Corviknight (by September 6) will be able to teach it the exclusive move Air Cutter. Plus, there will be a ton of bonuses, including 1/4 hatch distance, x2 catch Candy, boosted Candy XL odds, and so much more.
Unannounced events
While most of August’s events have been confirmed, other upcoming celebrations planned for the upcoming months have already been teased. These are:
EVENT | DATES |
|---|---|
Mega Raid Day | August 31 |
Raid Day | September 7 |
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- PokeStop Showcase schedule
- Raid bosses schedule
- Rocket Grunt counters and lineups
- Shadow Raid schedule
- Spotlight Hour schedule
- Battle League Season schedule & rewards
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Completed events
Adventure Week (July 29 – August 3)
NIANTICThis year’s Adventure Week ran from July 29, 2025, up until August 3, 2025, and included the debuts of Toedscool and Toedscruel.
The event also debuted Shiny Wiglett and Shiny Wugtrio, plus different Pokemon spawned based on the biomes. Additionally, players had the chance to complete themed Field Research, free Timed Research, and a premium quest featuring special creatures.
Fossil Research Day (August 2)
NIANTICPokemon Go’s Fossil Research Day kicked off on Saturday, August 2, 2025, with exclusive Field Research tasks that rewarded encounters with Tyrunt and Amaura, both with boosted Shiny odds.
Fossil-themed spawns took over the wild, including Omanyte, Kabuto, Lileep, Anorith, Cranidos, and Shieldon, with rare appearances from Tirtouga and Archen.
Gigantamax Butterfree Max Battle Day (August 3)
NIANTICGigantamax Butterfree – and its Shiny variant – made their Pokemon Go debut by taking over 6-Star Max Battles on August 3, 2025, from 2:00 PM until 5:00 PM.
During those three hours, Power Spots refreshed faster and dropped extra Max Particles, while Remote Raid Pass limits got a temporary boost for Max Raiding mayhem. The event included an event ticket, Timed Research, and a special encounter with Dynamax Darumaka!
Sweet Swarm (August 3 – August 6)
NIANTICSweet Swarm 2025 arrived Sunday, August 3, and buzzed through to Wednesday, August 6, slinging ultracute encounters with Combee and Swirlix (and their Shiny variations) via themed Field and Timed Research.
The event also featured Timed Research for both Pokemon. Plus, Lure Modules lasted for longer, and they even attracted more Pokemon!
Munchlax Hatch Day (August 9)
NIANTICMunchlax Hatch Day kicked off on Saturday, August 9, 2025, and only lasted from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM local time. During those hours, all 2 km Eggs hatched only Munchlax, with boosted Shiny odds to match.
The event also featured bonuses like half hatch distance, more Eggs from spinning PokeStops, and x2 hatch Candy. There was also a free Timed Research and a paid one.
Ultra Unlock: Origin Raid Day (August 10)
NIANTICUltra Unlock: Origin Raid Day landed on Sunday, August 10, 2025, and brought the heat with Origin Forme Dialga and Palkia crashing into 5-Star Raids once again.
They had boosted Shiny rates and signature moves, which means Dialga knew Roar of Time, while Palkia came packed with Spacial Rend, both tied to powerful Adventure Effects you can unlock with Stardust and Candy.
Trainers also got up to 6 free Raid Passes by spinning Gyms, while hardcore players were able to purchase a special ticket for extra bonuses.
Cozy Companions (August 6 – August 12)
NIANTICCozy Companions 2025 arrived on August 6 and ran until August 12, bringing the chilly debut of Snom and its evolution, Frosmoth!
Additionally, Shiny Tandemaus made its first appearance in Go. Wild spawns got a cozy shake-up with Pokemon like Abra, Karrablast, Shelmet, and Phantump, while Alolan Geodude and Spritzee had increased Shiny odds.
Moreover, Galarian Farfetch’d, Pancham, Snom, and Charcadet hatched from 7km Eggs, there were Special Trades, and a x2 hatch XP bonus.
Pokemon Go August 2025 Spotlight Hours
There are four Spotlight Hours to look forward to in Pokemon Go this month, which we’ve listed below:
- August 5: Swirlix – x2 Catch Stardust
- August 12: Plusle & Minun – x2 Catch XP
- August 19: Ralts – x2 Catch Candy
- August 26: Lechonk – x2 Transfer Candy
Spotlight Hours take place every Tuesday from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM local time, and they offer some exciting bonuses. Prepare for them by stocking up on Poke Balls and clearing out your Pokemon storage.
Make sure to check out the Spotlight Hour schedule so you know what to expect when each event rolls around.
Pokemon Go August 2025 Raid Hours
There are a few Raid Hours to look forward to in Pokemon Go in August, which we’ve listed below:
Raid Hours take place every Wednesday from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM local time. During this hour, the featured Pokemon will appear more frequently in Raid Battles at Gyms.
Find out more about Raid Battles with our complete Raid Boss schedule.
That’s everything you need to know about August 2025’s events calendar for Pokemon Go! Remember to check out when the next Max Mondays and Shadow Raid bosses are available so you don’t miss any battles.
