As Pokémon Go approaches its ninth anniversary, Niantic prepares to celebrate this milestone with special events and the first details about Go Fest 2025. From July 1-6, trainers can discover exclusive anniversary variants of fan-favorite Pokémon including party hat-wearing Ivysaur and Venusaur, plus a special Gimmighoul holding a commemorative 9th anniversary coin.
Special Bonuses & Global Celebrations
The anniversary event brings exceptional gameplay benefits, including increased Lucky Friend opportunities, boosted Lucky Pokémon encounters, and golden PokéStops appearing more frequently - no Golden Lure required. These limited-time perks aim to get trainers exploring their neighborhoods during the celebration.
Go Fest 2025: A Steampunk Adventure
Beyond the anniversary, Niantic has unveiled preliminary details about Go Fest 2025 scheduled for July 28-29. This global event offers both free and premium ticket options, featuring:
- Unique Pokémon encounters that change between event days
- Special steampunk-themed avatar items
- Exclusive event shop offerings
- Stacked bonus rewards throughout the weekend
For trainers looking to maximize their gameplay, we recommend checking active Pokémon Go promo codes for free items and boosts before diving into these special events.
