Pokémon GO is gearing up for an exciting April 2025, promising a range of engaging activities for trainers. The month will launch with the thrilling event titled Stunning Styles, featuring the debut of Paldean Tauros among other Pokémon in alternate forms. This event will also provide players with the chance to complete Special Research tasks to catch Marshadow, a sought-after Pokémon in the game.
Additionally, April will be packed with diverse Raids showcasing Shiny Ultra Beasts, a brand-new Mega Evolution, and a Gigantamax form. Expect special events, Pokémon Spotlights, Community Days, and plenty more excitement throughout the month!
Top 5 Highlights for Pokémon GO in April 2025
1) Marshadow Returns with the Debut of Paldean Tauros
The Stunning Styles event will spotlight various Pokémon with alternate forms, such as Burmy, Castform, and Shellos. Trainers can expect these Pokémon to appear more frequently in wild encounters and Raids, enhancing the hunting experience.
Additionally, all three forms of Paldean Tauros will make their entrance in 3-star Raids based on regional availability. For trainers who missed Marshadow in previous events, the Special Research task titled Striking Shadow will allow another chance to capture this elusive Pokémon at their leisure.
Event Duration: April 3, 2025, 10:00 AM – April 7, 2025, 8:00 PM (local time)
2) Mega Audino Makes Its Inaugural Appearance
Audino will receive its Mega Evolution for the first time in Pokémon GO, being the highlight of a special Raid Day on April 5, 2025. On this day, trainers can enjoy an increased limit on Remote Raid Passes and will have the chance to earn multiple Raid Passes from spinning Gyms.
Participants will also benefit from a heightened probability of encountering Shiny Audino and will gain access to the Charged Attack Moonblast post-event.
Event Duration: April 5, 2025, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM (local time)
3) Gigantamax Snorlax to Join the Fray
On April 19, 2025, players will encounter Gigantamax Snorlax in a 6-star Raid. To amplify the experience, special perks will be implemented, including an elevation of Max Particles to 1,600 and a more frequent refresh rate of Power Spots exclusively for Gigantamax Battles.
Trainers may also be lucky enough to catch a Shiny Snorlax during this special occurrence.
Event Duration: April 19, 2025, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM (local time)
4) Dynamax Entei Joins the Raid Battle Scene
The action intensifies as Dynamax Entei makes its entrance in Pokémon GO, available during a weekend event from April 26 to April 27, 2025. Participants will have the opportunity to strategize and take on this formidable Volcano Pokémon in a 5-star Max Battle Raid.
There’s also the potential for trainers to encounter a Shiny version of Dynamax Entei during the festivities.
Event Duration: April 26, 2025, 6:00 AM – April 27, 2025, 9:00 PM (local time)
5) Shiny Versions of Stakataka and Blacephalon Arriving
April 2025 will also see the introduction of Shiny forms for the Ultra Beasts Blacephalon (available in the Western Hemisphere) and Stakataka (featured in the Eastern Hemisphere). Both Pokémon will participate in 5-star Raids with designated Raid Hours scheduled from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM local time on April 9 and April 16.
Event Duration: April 9, 2025, 10:00 AM – April 21, 2025, 10:00 AM (local time)