Pokémon GO players have a packed week ahead from June 30 to July 6, 2025. Following the recent GO Fest, Niantic is serving up a slew of events, including the 9th Anniversary Party, a two-day Eevee Community Day Classic, and a bunch of raid hours and bonuses. If you thought the fun was over, think again!
Weekly Schedule Highlights
- Max Monday (June 30): Dynamax Shuckle appears in Max Battles from 6 PM to 7 PM local time.
- Spotlight Hour (July 1): Party Hat Pikachu stars with double Stardust for catches.
- Raid Hour (July 2): Cobalion returns in Five-Star Raids from 6 PM to 7 PM.
- 9th Anniversary Party (July 1–6): Party Hat Pokémon make an appearance alongside the shiny debut of Gimmighoul.
- Eevee Community Day Classic (July 5–6): Enjoy two days of Eevee excitement with special moves for all evolutions.
- Raid Boss Update (June 30): Cobalion and Mega Aggron rejoin the raid pool.
Max Monday: Dynamax Shuckle
Kick off the week on Monday evening by facing off against Shuckle in Max Battles. This distinct Dynamax form will be available from 6 PM to 7 PM local time, making for a quick but interesting challenge.
Spotlight Hour: Party Hat Pikachu
Tuesday’s Spotlight Hour features Pikachu wearing a party hat with a 2× Stardust bonus. If you’re hunting for some extra Stardust, this is your chance to stockpile.
Raid Hour: Cobalion
Wednesday evening’s Raid Hour spotlights the legendary Cobalion. From 6 PM to 7 PM, rally your friends and take down this Steel/Fighting type for some sweet rewards.
9th Anniversary Party (July 1–6)
The big celebration runs all week long. Expect boosted shiny odds for Pikachu and Eevee sporting party hats, plus the shiny debut of Gimmighoul. A special Gimmighoul carrying a 9th anniversary coin will also make appearances, along with party hat versions of Ivysaur and Venusaur. It’s a nostalgic reminder of how far the game has come over nine years.
Eevee Community Day Classic (July 5–6)
For two days, from 2 PM to 5 PM local time, trainers get to enjoy a classic Community Day featuring Eevee. Each of Eevee’s eight evolutions can learn special moves during this event. That’s a lot of choices, and a lot of grinding if you want them all!
Raids and Mega Raids
Five-star raids from June 30 to July 8 feature Cobalion, while Mega Aggron returns to Mega Raids in the same period. Shadow Raids continue daily with one-star and three-star options, and five-star Shadow Raids happen on weekends. Don’t miss the chance to encounter Shadow Registeel, which could appear shiny during Delightful Days.
Eggs-pedition Access
The Eggs-pedition Access returns for the season, offering monthly tickets with bonuses and Timed Research. Trainers also get a free Incubator with their first PokéStop or Gym Photo Disc spin each day. That’s a nice little bonus to keep the egg-hatching grind interesting.
GO Battle League Season 23: Delightful Days
The current GO Battle League season kicked off on June 3, 2025, and runs with the theme of Delightful Days. Expect Crowned Zacian and Zamazenta to be focal points, along with new Pokémon from Galar, Paldea, and Hisui regions making appearances. This week features Great League, Ultra League, and Master League until July 1. Then from July 1 to July 8, Great League and the Element Cup: Little Edition take over.
| Dates | Cups |
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| June 24 – July 1 |
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| July 1 – July 8 |
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Note: 4× Stardust from win rewards, excluding end-of-set rewards.
Season of Delightful Days Bonuses
- One extra Special Trade allowed daily
- Increased XP for the first catch of the day
- Double duration for Daily Adventure Incense
With all these events and bonuses packed into one week, it’s easy to ask: can any other mobile game keep up? Yikes, Niantic is really spoiling us. Are you planning to chase the shiny Gimmighoul or max out your Eevee evolutions? Let me know your plans in the comments below!
