Pokémon GO Fest 2025 is nearly here and it’s bigger than ever! Running June 28–29, from 10 AM to 6 PM local time, this global event brings exclusive habitats, Legendary debuts (Volcanion, Crowned Zacian, Crowned Zamazenta), ticket-holder perks, and even free reward codes. Whether you’re a casual player or hardcore Trainer, this guide ensures you’re fully prepared to maximize this year’s Fest.
What Is Pokémon GO Fest 2025?
- Global format: A worldwide in-game event from June 28–29, 10 AM–6 PM local; no ticket needed to participate
- In-person hubs: Earlier regional Festivals were held in Osaka, Jersey City, and Paris, paving the way to the Global event
- Diverse activities: Includes rotating habitats, special raids, exclusive Research Stories, sticker rewards, and more.
Event Schedule & Habitat Rotation
Event hours:
June 28–29 • 10 AM–6 PM local time
Rotating habitat schedule (each day, 2× one-hour rotations):
| Habitat | Time (local) |
| Moonless Volcano | 10–11 AM, 2–3 PM |
| Galvanic Dojo | 11 AM–12 PM, 3–4 PM |
| Hypnotic Tundra | 12–1 PM, 4–5 PM |
| Fae Swamp | 1–2 PM, 5–6 PM |
All spawns are shiny-capable, including Carbink, Frigibax/Arctibax, and costume Pikachu & Falinks through raids, Snapshots, or Research
What’s New & Debuting
- Volcanion: Mythical Fire/Water; Global debut via ticket-only Special Research “Full Steam Ahead!”
- Crowned Legends: Crowned Sword Zacian (Sunday) and Crowned Shield Zamazenta (Saturday) appearing in raids; upgrade with Crowned Energy
- New Pokémon worldwide: Skiddo and Klefki unlocked globally for ticket holders
- Shiny debuts: First-time wild shinies—Carbink and Frigibax
- Costume raids: Dapper Pikachu and Falinks in-training may feature raid photobomb and special backgrounds
Ticket vs Free Player Benefits
Free players receive:
- Habitat spawns
- Basic raids (Crowned Zacian/Zamazenta)
- Community bonuses like 8‑hour Party Play and 1‑hour Lures
Ticket holders (~$14.99) unlock:
- Volcanion Special Research and encounter
- Early-bird Research and Skiddo bonus if bought by April 15
- Exclusive Field/Timed Research, increased shiny rates, 5 km eggs, legacy Community Day moves, and region-locked Pokémon (Torkoal, Pachirisu, Klefki)
- Halved Stardust cost trading and unique raid backgrounds for Crowned Legends
Crowned Energy Codes – Free Prep Rewards
In the days leading up to the Fest, daily codes unlock Crowned Sword/Shield Energy:
- June 25: WTQHZUTXMJY2U – 50 Crowned Sword Energy
- June 26: EFKN5A2ZJDLS3 – 50 Crowned Shield Energy
- June 27: DJDGC3XBBCSC8 – 50 Crowned Sword Energy
- June 28: (code TBA) – 50 Crowned Shield Energy
Codes require visiting the Niantic redemption portal and logging in. No stated expiration, but best redeemed before June 29, 2025, 6 PM
These codes help power up your Crowned Zacian/Zamazenta ahead of time
Volcanion Special Research – “Full Steam Ahead!”
Ticket holders unlock this 6-step Special Research during or after the event
- Step 1–2: Incense, Pokémon catches, nice throws → get Pikachu, Klefki, Flabébé.
- Step 3–4: Focus on Water/Fire types → obtain Super Incubator, Poffin.
- Step 5: Buddy hearts & eggs → get Volcanion encounter + Candy.
- Step 6: Buddy with Volcanion, gift friends → finish with Rare Candy XL + Volcanion Candy XL
Rewards include stickers, XL Candy, Rainy Lures, etc.
Strategies to Maximize Pokémon GO Fest 2025
- Log in early daily to enter rotating habitats.
- Raid each Crowned Legendary on its designated day for extra Crown Energy.
- Redeem all four codes before the Fest ends to gain 200 Crowned Energy.
- Complete Special Research and Field tasks for additional Mythical encounters.
- Use Party Play for XP, Lucky Eggs, and raid bonuses.
- Collect wild shinies, especially first-time Carbink and Frigibax.
- Save Candy/Stardust to upgrade Crowned forms immediately.
Conclusion
Pokémon GO Fest 2025 is a can’t-miss global celebration for Trainers of all levels. From free rotating habitats to ticket-exclusive Mythical rewards and free Crowned Energy codes, this year’s event is loaded with value. Make sure to claim codes, plan raid sessions for each Crowned dog, and complete Special Research for Volcanion. With this guide, you’ll be fully equipped to dominate the event and catch them all!
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