Pokémon Go Fest 2025: Ancient Giants Emerge

Pokémon GO is paving the way for the global GO Fest 2025 celebration with a packed lineup. Three new themed events are arriving, alongside the return of legendary titans and some Gigantamax Pokémon.

Pokémon Go Global Go Fest 2025: All Events Detailed

First up is the Serene Retreat, running from May 30 to June 3, 2025. You can encounter Pokémon such as Chansey, Marill, Furfrou, Cutiefly, Morelull, Komala, and Hatenna. There’s also a chance to find a shiny Snorlax or Chimecho.

Gigantamax Rillaboom will appear in six-star Max Battles from May 31 to June 1, 2025, marking its debut in Pokémon GO.

Meanwhile, Pokémon GO Fest 2025 Global is scheduled for June 28 and 29. This worldwide event is free to join from any location, bringing together millions of trainers. Watch the official reveal below.

Purchase a ticket for Pokémon GO Fest 2025 Global to unlock exclusive perks, including an encounter with the Mythical Pokémon Volcanion, making its global debut after appearances in Osaka, Jersey City, and Paris.

Another Major Event Awaits Before the Fest!

The Ancients Recovered event runs from June 23 to June 27, 2025, featuring the return of the Legendary Titans and their elemental counterparts. Each day introduces a new five-star raid boss, with a special Raid Hour from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. local time.

Here’s the daily raid schedule: Regirock, Regice, and Registeel on June 23; Regieleki on June 24; Regidrago on June 25; Regigigas on June 26; and all five return for a grand finale on June 27.

Legendary Pokémon caught during this event will know exclusive moves. Regirock learns Earthquake, Regice gets Thunder, Registeel has Zap Cannon, and Regieleki knows Thunder Cage. Regidrago will have Dragon Breath and Dragon Energy, while Regigigas comes with Crush Grip.

Additionally, six-star Max Battles during Ancients Recovered will feature Gigantamax Rillaboom, Cinderace, and Inteleon. Download Pokémon GO from the Google Play Store to participate.

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