In the world of Pokemon GO, trainers have the unique opportunity to assemble their most formidable Pokemon and collaborate with fellow players to conquer towering Raid bosses. These intense battles allow trainers to test their skills and strategy against some of the game’s most powerful creatures.
With a variety of Raid types available, including Shadow Raids, Mega Raids, and 5-Star Raids, this guide focuses specifically on the Raid schedule for April 2025. By continuing to read, you’ll find a user-friendly chart that outlines upcoming Raids, highlights featured Pokemon, and indicates the likelihood of capturing shiny variants.
Pokemon GO Raid Dates for April 2025
Spotlight on Sceptile, Mawile, and Blaziken





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Pokemon GO April Raids and Dates |
Can It Be Shiny? |
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Shadow Raids |
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Shadow Regice March 4, 2025, 6 AM – April 4, 2025, 10 PM |
Yes |
Shadow Registeel March 4, 2025, 6 AM – April 4, 2025, 10 PM |
Yes |
Mega Raids |
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Mega Blaziken (Refer to our Raid guide!) March 31, 2025, 10 AM – April 9, 2025, 10 AM |
Yes |
Mega Sceptile April 9, 2025, 10 AM – April 21, 2025, 10 AM |
Yes |
Mega Mawile April 21, 2025, 10 AM – May 1, 2025, 10 AM |
Yes |
5-Star Raids |
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Tapu Lele (Refer to our Raid guide!) March 31, 2025, 10 AM – April 9, 2025, 10 AM |
Yes |
Blacephalon and Stakataka (Available based on hemisphere) April 9, 2025, 10 AM – April 21, 2025, 10 AM |
Yes |
Cresselia April 21, 2025, 10 AM – May 1, 2025, 10 AM |
Yes |
Raid Hours |
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Tapu Lele April 2, from 6 PM to 7 PM |
Yes |
Blacephalon and Stakataka April 9, from 6 PM to 7 PM |
Yes |
Blacephalon and Stakataka April 16, from 6 PM to 7 PM |
Yes |
Cresselia April 23, from 6 PM to 7 PM |
Yes |
Cresselia April 30, from 6 PM to 7 PM |
Yes |
Raid Days |
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Mega Audino April 5, from 2 PM to 5 PM |
Yes |