Pokemon GO: Galarian Expedition Event (October 2024)

Prepare for one of the most expansive events Pokemon GO has prepared to launch next month! Many iconic Pokemon from Galar, the region that embodies Generation 8 of Pokemon, will make their debut in the game during this event. Let's take a look at what's in store in the Pokemon universe.

Pokemon GO: Galarian Expedition Event

Pokemon GO: Galarian Expedition Event

The Pokemon GO: Galarian Expedition event will run from Friday, October 4, at 10:00 a.m. to Friday, October 11, 2024, at 8:00 p.m. local time. During this time, you'll get the chance to encounter legendary Shiny Pokemon, as well as catch them with a 100% success rate since they won't escape if they break a Pokeball. As long as you have a big enough stack, you'll for sure get yourself the Pokemon you encounter.

With that in mind, let's discuss what you can expect during the Galarian Expedition event.

*You’ll have an increased chance of encountering a Shiny one!

Daily Adventure Incense

Starting with this event and continuing permanently afterward, there will be an update to the Pokemon that can appear while using your Daily Adventure Incense. These legendary Pokemon will make their debut during the Galarian Expedition event:

Galarian Articuno*
Galarian Zapdos*
Galarian Moltres*
Zamazenta*

Wild Encounters

The following Pokémon will appear more frequently in the wild:

Nidoran♂*
Nidoran♀*
Abra*
Magnemite*
Wailmer*
Spheal*
Aron*
Beldum*
Shinx*
Foongus*
Dedenne*
Wooloo*
Chansey*
Absol*
Emolga*

Raids

During this time, you'll have the chance to join a raid for a Shiny Pokemon:

Tier 5 Raids

Zamazenta*

Masterwork Research: Master Ball

Masterwork Research will be available to purchase for US$7.99 (or the equivalent pricing tier in your local currency) during the event. Complete the Masterwork Research tasks to receive the following:

One Master Ball
18,000 XP
10,000 Stardust
Encounters with event-themed Pokémon such as Galarian Farfetch’d and Galarian Mr. Mime
And more!

Note: This Masterwork Research does not expire, so you can complete it at your own pace!

Collection Challenges

Event-themed Collection Challenges are coming! Complete catch- and Evolution-focused Collection Challenges to receive:

XP
Ultra Balls
Encounters with event-themed Pokemon.

Field Research Encounters

Event-themed Field Research tasks will be available. Complete the tasks to earn:

Items
XP
Stardust
Encounters with event-themed Pokemon.

Pokemon GO Web Store

The Pokemon GO Web Store has you covered for your encounters with Zamazenta with the Ultra Raid Box! This offer features three Remote Raid Passes and one Premium Battle Passes for US$4.99 (or the equivalent pricing tier in your local currency).

Note: Trainers with Pokemon Trainer Club (PTC) accounts will now be able to log in to the Pokemon GO Web Store with the same credentials used to log in to Pokemon GO.

PokeStop Showcases

Be on the lookout for Showcases at different PokeStops where you can enter event-themed Pokemon!

Don't miss out on this stellar Galarian Expedition Pokemon GO has prepared for you in the upcoming weeks. Stay updated with the most relevant Pokemon GO news, and always look both ways when crossing the street. Good luck spotting all the Shiny Pokemon! Now GO and catch them all!