This weekend, the highly anticipated Pokémon GO City Safari will take place in four vibrant cities: Milan, Mumbai, Santiago, and Singapore. This special event offers players the chance to encounter a variety of Pokémon in the wild, some with a chance to be Shiny. Notably, newcomers like Mudbray will make their debut, while ticket holders can look forward to the exclusive Explorer hat Eevee.
In this article, we’ll explore the Shiny Pokémon that trainers should prioritize during the Pokémon GO City Safari weekend. Factors influencing these choices include the Pokémon’s aesthetic appeal, its effectiveness in the GO Battle League, and its rarity in wild encounters.
Top 7 Shiny Pokémon to Capture During the Pokémon GO City Safari 2025
1) Mudbray
Trainers will be excited to know that Mudbray makes its Pokémon GO debut this weekend. Currently, it will only be available to players in the specified locations, making Shiny Mudbray a unique addition to any collection. Players can catch it both in the wild and from 7 km Eggs hatching during the event.
2) Corsola
During the City Safari event, Johtonian Corsola will be more accessible, allowing trainers to catch it in greater numbers. Its Shiny form features a distinct and striking blue and white hue, making it highly desirable. Expect to see Corsola roaming in the wild and hatching from 7 km Eggs.
3) Jangmo-o
Jangmo-o, the first evolution of the Alolan pseudo-legendary Kommo-o, will also be appearing more frequently. With its vibrant Shiny variants, it’s a must-have for collectors. Jangmo-o can be spotted in the wild and via 7 km Egg hatches during this exciting event.
4) Mime Jr. and Mr. Mime
Players can encounter both Mime Jr. and Mr. Mime during the City Safari, enhancing their chances of capturing a Shiny variant from this line. While Mime Jr. can be hatched from 7 km Eggs, Mr. Mime will be easier to locate in the wild, making for a thrilling hunt for shiny collectors.
5) Unown (C, I, M, S)
Special forms of Unown — C, I, M, and S — will also be more prevalent during the event, aligning with the represented cities. This marks a prime opportunity for players to work on completing their Shiny Unown collection, as these forms will be frequently found in the wild throughout the duration of the event.
6) Saree and Kurta Pikachu
For participants in the Mumbai City Safari, the event-exclusive Saree and Kurta Pikachu will be featured in in-person Raids at the Pokémon Fiesta event in Palladium Mall, Lower Parel. This is a rare chance for trainers to capture these unique Pikachu forms, so be sure to join in!
7) Explorer Eevee
Lastly, Explorer Eevee returns as a ticket holder exclusive Pokémon during the City Safari event. Participants who purchase tickets will unlock special research tasks, potentially leading to this unique Eevee variant that can evolve into various forms adorned with the same explorer hat.