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Pokemon GO's 9th Anniversary Party preparation guide: All event bonuses, Pokemon debuts, shinies, best tips and tricks, and more
Pokemon GO's 9th Anniversary Party Event (Image via Niantic)
It's been nine years since Pokemon GO took the world by storm, and Niantic is throwing a massive in-game celebration to mark the occasion. From July 1 to July 6, 2025, trainers can enjoy special bonuses, debuts, raids, and research—all themed around the anniversary.
Here's a full breakdown of what's happening.
Pokemon GO's 9th Anniversary Party
Event Details
- Start: Tuesday, July 1, 2025, at 10:00 AM Local Time
- End: Sunday, July 6, 2025, at 8:00 PM Local Time
This six-day event is packed with bonuses, new Pokemon, and exclusive rewards. Whether you're a veteran trainer or just starting, there's plenty to enjoy.
Pokemon GO's 9th Anniversary Party Bonuses
To celebrate nine years, Niantic is rolling out some fantastic perks:
- Increased Lucky Friends & Lucky Pokemon chances – Trades have a higher likelihood of going Lucky.
- Golden PokéStops – They may turn gold without a Golden Lure Module.
- Boosted Shiny odds – Higher chance to find Shiny Pikachu (cake hat) and Shiny Eevee (party hat) in raids.
- Special Gimmighoul – Those holding a 9th-anniversary coin will have a unique background.
- Faster Friendship growth – Level up friendships quicker by opening Gifts, trading, or battling together.
- Bonus Gimmighoul Coins – Spinning Golden Lure PokéStops may award 9, 99, or more coins.
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- Wild party hats – Tap them for free items or encounters with event-themed Pokemon.
Pokemon GO's 9th Anniversary Party Rotating Daily Bonuses
Shiny Jirachi & Shiny Gimmighoul Debut in Pokémon GO's 9th Anniversary
Date abd Time
Binus
July 1, 10:00 AM – July 3, 10:00 AM
½ Egg Hatch Distance (when incubated)
July 3, 10:00 AM – July 5, 10:00 AM
2× XP for catching Pokémon
July 5, 10:00 AM – July 6, 8:00 PM
2× Stardust for catching Pokémon
New Pokemon & Features in the Pokemon GO's 9th Anniversary Party event
Pokemon Debuts
- Ivysaur & Venusaur in new costumes
- Gimmighoul (9th Anniversary Coin) – Note: Golden Lures won't attract this variant.
Wild Spawns
The following costumed Pokemon will appear more frequently:
- Party Hat Bulbasaur (Shiny available)
- Party Hat Charmander (Shiny available)
- Party Hat Squirtle (Shiny available)
First partner Pokemon will also appear on specific dates.
Pokemon GO's 9th Anniversary Party Raids
1-Star Raids
- Cake Hat Pikachu (Shiny boosted)
- Eevee (Party Hat) (Shiny boosted)
Trainers have an increased chance of encountering their Shiny variants!
Pokemon GO's 9th Anniversary Party Field Research Tasks
Complete event-themed tasks for rewards, including encounters with:
- Gimmighoul (9th Anniversary Coin)
- Other event Pokemon
Free Timed Research
Rewards include:
- XP & Stardust
- Encounters with Party Hat Bulbasaur, Wobbuffet, and Gimmighoul
Paid Timed Research ($1.99)
Rewards:
- 1 Super Incubator
- 1 Max Mushroom
- Gimmighoul (9th Anniversary Coin) encounter
Must be completed by July 6, 8:00 PM local time.
Masterwork Research: Wish Granted ($4.99)
- Leads to a Shiny Jirachi encounter
- Bonus perks for ticket holders:
- 2× Incense & Daily Adventure Incense duration
- 2× Lucky Egg duration
Note: Trainers who already own this research cannot repurchase it.
Shiny Pokemon during the event
For the first time ever, Shiny Gimmighoul will be available! Keep an eye out for this rare encounter.
Pokemon GO's 9th Anniversary Party is shaping up to be one of the biggest events of the year. With new Shinies, exclusive research, and rotating bonuses, there's something for every trainer. Don't miss out—mark your calendars and get ready to celebrate!
Will you be hunting for Shiny Gimmighoul or grinding for Lucky Pokemon? Let us know your plans!
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