Get ready for a splash of excitement as Pokémon GO's Festival of Colors returns in 2025, running from March 13th to March 17th. This vibrant event promises a kaleidoscope of special Pokémon spawns and enticing bonuses that will add a burst of color to your gaming experience. Let's dive into the details of this colorful celebration.
Celebrate the Festival of Colors with Pokémon GO
As you explore your surroundings, don't miss the chance to visit PokéStops, where you'll find a delightful surprise waiting to enhance your adventure. Lure Modules during the event will remain active for three hours, turning your favorite PokéStops into bustling Pokémon hubs for an extended period.
For those on the hunt for the colorful Bruxish, activating Incense will significantly increase your chances of encountering it. The Incense effect lasts for two hours, with the exception of Daily Adventure Incense. Additionally, seize the opportunity to take daily snapshots, which might lead to a surprise encounter with a Shiny Smeargle photobombing your pictures.
The charming Floral Flabébé will grace the event with its presence, appearing in various colors depending on your location. Trainers in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa will encounter the Red Flower Flabébé, while those in the Asia-Pacific region will spot the Blue Flower Flabébé. If you're in the Americas, keep an eye out for the Yellow Flower Flabébé. Meanwhile, White Flower and Orange Flower Flabébé could appear anywhere. Alongside these floral delights, you'll also see Drowzee, Magikarp, Natu, Aipom, Meditite, and Dwebble making appearances.
Mega Raids during the Festival of Colors will feature the formidable Mega Swampert, offering a challenging battle for trainers. Additionally, completing Field Research tasks will reward you with event-themed bonuses, including Stardust and encounters with some of the special Pokémon featured during the event.
Special Bonuses for Holi Players
In celebration of Holi, the Festival of Colours in India, Pokémon GO offers exclusive bonuses for trainers in India. You'll have access to region-specific Timed Research, one-star raids featuring Pikachu dressed in a kurta, and an additional Candy for catching Pokémon in raids.
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