Pokemon GO February 2025: All Upcoming Events
February in Pokemon GO is set to be an action - packed month with a jam - packed schedule. Not only will players enjoy weekly events like Spotlight Hours on Tuesdays and Max Mondays on Mondays, which increase the odds of catching a Shiny Pokemon, but there are also numerous Raid events, community days, and Timed Research events throughout the month. What's more, some Pokemon that are typically seen around Valentine's Day are making a comeback.
This month is an excellent opportunity for players to collect adorable Pokemon and restock on reward items. In this guide, we'll cover all the upcoming February 2025 events in Pokemon GO.
All Events For February in Pokemon GO
Each month, Pokemon GO players can anticipate a weekly Monday event named Max Mondays and a Tuesday Spotlight Hour. These events offer better chances of encountering Shiny Pokemon. Additionally, Raid events, community days, and Timed Research events occur throughout the month. This guide will break down all the February 2025 events and what players can expect.
Upcoming Pokemon GO Events For February 2025
- Lunar New Year: From January 29 to Feb 2, 10:00 am - 8:00 pm. Experience the unique charm of the Lunar New Year in the game, with special in - game activities and potentially exclusive Pokemon encounters.
- Legendary Flight: On February 3, from 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm. This event might feature flying - type legendary Pokemon, giving players a chance to add some powerful fliers to their collections.
- Small Yet Strong: From February 5 to February 8, 10:00 am - 8:00 pm. During this event, small - sized Pokemon like Natu, Burmy, Joltik, and Nymble will appear more frequently in the wild. It's also the first chance to catch a shiny Nymble in the game. There will be an increased chance of encountering XS and XL sized Pokemon, along with new event - themed timed and field research tasks, and a collection challenge. Double XP for catching Pokemon is also a bonus.
- Karrablast and Shelmet Community Day: On February 9, 2:00 pm - 5 pm. Both Karrablast and Shelmet will be more common in the wild, and shiny versions will have a higher encounter rate. Lure modules and incense will last for three hours instead of the usual duration. Players can earn triple XP and double candy for catching Pokemon. Trades will cost 50% less stardust, and two special trades can be made in a day. Evolving Shelmet into Accelgor before February 16, 10 pm local time will let it learn the charged attack Energy Ball, and evolving Karrablast into Escavalier during the same period will teach it the charged attack Razor Shell.
- Beloved Buddies: From February 11 to February 15, 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm. Although additional details will be announced closer to the event, it's sure to bring some unique interactions and rewards related to your in - game buddies.
- Hoopa Unbound Raid Day: On February 15, 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm. Hoopa Unbound will appear more frequently in five - star raids. Spin the photo disc at gyms to get up to five extra free raid passes, and the remote raid pass limit is temporarily increased to 20. A new paid event ticket for $5 will be available in the item shop, with additional bonuses for those who purchase it.
- Scattered to the Winds: From February 18 to February 20, 10:00 am - 8:00 pm. Details about this event are yet to be fully revealed, but it will likely bring new challenges and opportunities for players.
- Road to Unova: From February 24 to March 1, 10:00 am - 10:00 pm. This event will lead up to the Pokemon GO Tour Unova, featuring Unova - region Pokemon and special activities.
- Pokemon GO Tour Unova: Global: On March 1 and March 2, 10:00 am - 6:00 pm on both days. A global celebration focused on the Unova region, with exclusive Pokemon, tasks, and more.
Tier 5 Raids
- Dialga: January 24 to February 6. A powerful legendary Pokemon from the Sinnoh region.
- Enamorus (Incarnate): February 6 to February 17. A Hisuian legendary with unique abilities.
- Yveltal: February 17 to February 24. One of the cover legends from Pokemon X.
- Xerneas: February 17 to February 24. The counterpart of Yveltal from Pokemon Y.
Mega Raids
- Medicham (Mega): January 24 to February 6. A powerful fighting - psychic type mega evolution.
- Tyranitar (Mega): February 6 to February 17. A rock - dark type with high attack power.
- Garchomp (Mega): February 17 to March 4. A dragon - ground type mega evolution.
Shadow Raids
During weekends in February, Regirock (Shadow) will take place. It also has a Shiny Variant, so players should prepare to battle this powerful shadow Pokemon.
Max Battles
This month, more Pokemon are being introduced as part of Dynamax, leading to more Max battle Pokemon spawning. Some of the Pokemon that can be fought and caught are:
- Pidove
- Darumaka
- Krabby
- Cryogonal
- Beldum
- Skwovet
- Zapdos
- Moltres
- Gastly
- Falinks
- Squirtle
- Grookey
- Scorbunny
- Sobble
Max Monday Schedule
- Moltres: February 3
- Skwovet: February 10
- Pidove: February 17
- Darymaka: February 24
- Beldum: March 3
Spotlight Hour Schedule
- **Carvanha**: February 4, with a bonus of 2x evolution XP. A great time to evolve your Carvanha - related Pokemon.
- **Luvidsc**: February 11, with a bonus of 2x catch stardust. Ideal for stocking up on stardust.
- **Inkay**: February 18, with a bonus of 2x catch XP. Earn more XP while catching Inkay.
- **Snivy, Tepig, Oshawott**: February 25, with a bonus of 2x catch candy. Perfect for evolving these Unova starters.
Research Breakthrough
The following Pokemon will appear as rewards throughout Research Breakthrough, all of which are available in Shiny variants:
- Raichu (Alola)
- Avalugg (Hisuian)
- Pancham
- Jangmo - o
- Furfrou
That's everything you need to know about the upcoming events and their schedules for Pokemon GO during February 2025. Plan your gameplay, prepare your teams, and get ready to catch some amazing Pokemon!