Pokémon GO Kanto Celebration (September 2025): Spawns, Regionals & Research
The Pokémon GO Kanto Celebration is a global event running from September 2 to September 7, 2025. This event brings Kanto regional Pokémon worldwide, and special research to encounter Dynamax Legendary Birds! On top of that, enjoy timed research and spawns, and the ability to evolve certain Pokémon to obtain their special moves.
This guide lists all the wild spawns, bonuses, research and Pokémon you can encounter during the Pokémon GO Kanto Celebration event in Pokémon GO.
Quick event overview
Dates: September 2 (10 a.m.) – September 7 (8 p.m.) local time
Bonuses: Kanto regional Pokémon in timed research globally, special moves available for Kanto starter evolutions, one guaranteed XL Candy for evolving Pokémon, surprise snapshot encounters
Event Details
This event celebrates the Kanto region! It is available across the globe for free.
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Pokémon GO Kanto Celebration event runs from Tuesday, September 2, at 10:00 a.m. to Sunday, September 7, 2025, at 8:00 p.m. local time -
Kanto regional Pokémon available globally in timed research -
2× XP for spinning PokéStops. -
One guaranteed Candy XL for evolving Pokémon. -
3× Mega Evolution duration. -
Take a few snapshots during the event for a surprise! -
Evolve Ivysaur (Bulbasaur’s Evolution) to get aVenusaur that knows Frenzy Plant.
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Evolve Charmeleon (Charmander’s Evolution) to get aCharizard that knows Blast Burn.
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Evolve Wartortle (Squirtle’s Evolution) to get aBlastoise that knows Hydro Cannon.
Wild Encounters
The following Pokémon will appear more frequently in the wild:
Field Research
| Task | Reward |
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| Catch 5 Bulbasaur, Charmander, or Squirtle | |
| Evolve a Pokémon |
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| Mega Evolve a Venusaur, Charizard, or Blastoise |
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| Spin 5 PokéStops or Gyms |
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| Use 5 Berries to help catch Pokémon |
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Timed Research
Free event-exclusive Timed Research will be available during the event. Complete the research tasks to earn XP, Stardust, Mega Energy, and encounters with Pokémon first discovered in Kanto that usually only appear in certain parts of the world!
Kanto Celebration: Near and Farfetch’d
| Task | Rewards |
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| Catch 50 Pokémon | 5000× XP |
| Use 10 Razz Berries to help catch Pokémon |  25× Venusaur Mega Energy |
| Use 10 Pinap Berries to help catch Pokémon |  25× Charizard Mega Energy |
| Use 10 Nanab Berries to help catch Pokémon |  25× Blastoise Mega Energy |
| Spin 5 PokéStops or Gyms |  10× Ultra Ball |
Rewards
5000×
Stardust
5000×
XP
Farfetch’d
Timed Research featuring Farfetch’d will be available from Tuesday, September 2, at 10:00 a.m. to Wednesday, September 3, at 10:00 a.m. local time. Typically Farfetch’d is only available in South Korea, Taiwan, Japan, and Hong Kong.
Kanto Celebration: Kang You Dig It
| Task | Rewards |
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| Catch 50 Pokémon | 5000× XP |
| Use 10 Razz Berries to help catch Pokémon | 25× Venusaur Mega Energy |
| Use 10 Pinap Berries to help catch Pokémon | 25× Charizard Mega Energy |
| Use 10 Nanab Berries to help catch Pokémon | 25× Blastoise Mega Energy |
| Spin 5 PokéStops or Gyms | 10× Ultra Ball |
Rewards
5000×
Stardust
5000×
XP
Kangaskhan
Timed Research featuring Kangaskhan will be available from Wednesday, September 3, at 10:00 a.m. to Thursday, September 4, at 10:00 a.m. local time. Kangaskhan is only usually available in Australia.
Kanto Celebration: Mime Time
| Task | Rewards |
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| Catch 50 Pokémon | 5000× XP |
| Use 10 Razz Berries to help catch Pokémon | 25× Venusaur Mega Energy |
| Use 10 Pinap Berries to help catch Pokémon | 25× Charizard Mega Energy |
| Use 10 Nanab Berries to help catch Pokémon | 25× Blastoise Mega Energy |
| Spin 5 PokéStops or Gyms | 10× Ultra Ball |
Rewards
5000×
Stardust
5000×
XP
Mr. Mime
Timed Research featuring Mr. Mime will be available from Thursday, September 4, at 10:00 a.m. to Friday, September 5, at 10:00 a.m. local time. You can usually only encounter Mr. Mime in Europe.
Kanto Celebration: Tauros Taming
| Task | Rewards |
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| Catch 50 Pokémon | 5000× XP |
| Use 10 Razz Berries to help catch Pokémon | 25× Venusaur Mega Energy |
| Use 10 Pinap Berries to help catch Pokémon |  25× Mega Energy |
| Use 10 Nanab Berries to help catch Pokémon | 25× Blastoise Mega Energy |
| Spin 5 PokéStops or Gyms | 10× Ultra Ball |
Rewards
5000×
Stardust
5000×
XP
Tauros
Timed Research featuring Tauros will be available from Friday, September 5, at 10:00 a.m. to Saturday, September 6, at 10:00 a.m. local time. Tauros only spawns in The United States and Southern Canada.
Note on Timed Research
Please note that Timed Research expires. The tasks associated with this Timed Research must be completed and their rewards must be claimed before the specified end dates for each timed research.
Special Moves
Evolve
Certain Pokémon evolved during the event will learn a featured attack:
- Evolve Ivysaur (Bulbasaur’s Evolution) to get a Venusaur that knows Frenzy Plant.
- Evolve Charmeleon (Charmander’s Evolution) to get a Charizard that knows Blast Burn.
- Evolve Wartortle (Squirtle’s Evolution) to get a Blastoise that knows Hydro Cannon.
Paid Special Research
For US$4.99 (or the equivalent pricing tier in your local currency), you’ll be able to access event-exclusive Special Research. Special Research rewards include the following:
Kanto Legends (1/3)
| Task | Rewards |
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| Catch 151 Pokémon |  2× Silver Pinap Berry |
| Use 151 Berries to help catch Pokémon |  2× Pinap Berry |
| Spin 51 PokéStops or Gyms | 10000× XP |
| Collect MP from 15 Power Spots | 10000× Stardust |
Rewards
Articuno
30×
Articuno
Candy
3×
Rare Candy
Collection Challenges
First Partner Collection Challenge
Rewards:
100×
Venusaur
Mega Energy
100×
Charizard
Mega Energy
100×
Blastoise
Mega Energy
Kanto Celebration Ultra Ticket Box
The Kanto Celebration Ultra Ticket Box will be available for US$4.99 (or the equivalent pricing tier in your local currency). It includes both an event ticket and a bonus Premium Battle Pass at no additional cost.
Tips for the Kanto Celebration
- Ensure you complete your timed research to get encounters with rare regional Pokémon
- Evolve your PvP & high IV Pokémon to take advantage of the limited availability special moves
- Don’t forget, the XP Celebration Event is running at the same time, with bonus XP for special throws!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What are the dates for the Kanto Celebration event in Pokémon GO?
The event runs from September 2 at 10:00 a.m. local time to September 7 at 8:00 p.m. local time.
Which Pokémon will be featured during the Kanto Celebration event?
Pokémon from the Kanto region! No Pokémon have a reported shiny boost that is known at present.
How can I find Farfetch’d, Kangaskhan, Mr. Mime and Tauros in Pokémon GO?
During the event rotating timed research will feature each regional Pokémon individually. Be sure to complete them to collect them!
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