The Pokemon GO Fest 2025 Max Finale is set to close out this year’s global celebrations with an event unlike any other. Running worldwide as a free, unticketed event, the Max Finale gives Trainers the chance to experience nonstop action – from exclusive raids and Max Battles to the long-awaited debut of Eternamax Eternatus. Taking place August 23 – 24, 2025, the Pokemon GO Fest 2025 Max event promises rare encounters, boosted bonuses, and community-driven gameplay on a massive scale.
Key Details About the Pokemon GO Fest 2025 Max Event
The Max Finale kicks off on Saturday, August 23, 2025, at 10 AM local time and runs until Sunday, August 24, 2025, at 6 PM local time. • Accessible to Trainers level 13 and above. • Free for everyone with the GO Pass: Max Finale, with an optional Deluxe Pass available for extra perks. • Preceded by the Dark Skies event, allowing Trainers to prepare by battling Dynamax and Gigantamax Pokemon before the Finale.
Here’s what Trainers can look forward to during the event:
• Eternamax Eternatus Debut: The headline feature, appearing in Max Battles at Power Spots worldwide. • Gigantamax & Dynamax Returns: Every Gigantamax and Dynamax Pokemon released so far, alongside special raids featuring Crowned Sword Zacian and Crowned Shield Zamazenta. • Expanded Max Battles: More Power Spots will be active, refreshing daily, with unlimited remote raids available. • Candy and XL Candy Boosts: Double Candy and boosted chances for Candy XL from catches. • Max Particle Rewards: A higher collection cap to fuel more Max Battles. • Deluxe Pass Extras: Enhanced shiny odds, exclusive encounters, avatar gear, and bonus rewards.
Detailed Pokemon GO Fest 2025 Max Event Bonuses
• Unlimited Remote Raid Passes during the two-day event. • Tiered GO Pass Milestones: • Tier 1: Boosted Behemoth Blade/Bash and extra Max Particles. • Tier 2: Higher wild encounter rates near Power Spots. • Tier 3: Maximum move boosts plus bonus Power Spot rewards.
Pokemon GO Fest 2025 Max Raids, Wild Spawns, and Max Battles
• Eternamax Eternatus: The ultimate Max Battle boss, dropping large amounts of Candy and Candy XL (needed in huge amounts—8,900+—to max out). • Gigantamax Pokemon: Expect frequent appearances of Charizard, Rillaboom, Cinderace, Inteleon, and more. • Dynamax Pokemon: Appearing less often but still included in rotations. • 5-Star Raids: Zacian (Crowned Sword) and Zamazenta (Crowned Shield) lead the lineup. • Wild Spawns and Research: Themed Pokemon in the wild, exclusive shinies, and Candy rewards from event tasks.
Pokemon GO Fest 2025 Max Timed Research and Special Code
Dynamax Entei Raid Guide in Pokemon GO (Image via Niantic)
A special Timed Research line during the Pokemon GO Fest 2025 Max event offers Candy XL, Max Particles, and a choice of Gigantamax Pokemon (Rillaboom, Cinderace, or Inteleon) with a seasonal background. • Redeem code GOFESTMAX via the Pokemon GO web store before August 3, 2025. • Research must be completed by August 24, 2025.
Tips and Strategies for the Go Fest 2025 Max Finale Event
Build Counters for Eternamax Eternatus
• Weaknesses: Ice, Dragon, Fairy, Ground. • Best Counters: Mega Rayquaza, Black Kyurem, Mega Garchomp.
Team Up with Communities
• Join Discord groups or local communities to organize raids efficiently.
Smart Remote Raiding
• Use unlimited Remote Raid Passes to join battles worldwide.
Boost Encounters with Lures and Incense
• Ideal for solo players or those outside active hubs.
Save Your Battery
• Use battery saver mode, close unused apps, and carry a power bank.
Rotate Power Spots
• Deploy and recall Pokemon at Power Spots to maximize Candy farming.
Redeem All Max Particle Codes
• Stockpile resources to strengthen your team ahead of tough raids.
Should You Upgrade to the Deluxe GO Pass?
The free pass provides full access, but the Deluxe version adds: • Increased shiny odds in raids. • Extra Candy and Candy XL. • Exclusive avatar items like the Eternatus Helmet. • More Max Particles and bonus encounters.Pokemon GO Fest 2025 Max Finale is designed to be a climactic, unforgettable close to this year’s events. Whether your goal is to catch Eternamax Eternatus, chase shiny Gigantamax Pokemon, or grind Candy XL for your legendaries, preparation is key.Coordinate with your community, prepare strong raid counters, and take advantage of every bonus. This is one of the most rewarding global events Pokemon GO has ever hosted – don’t miss the chance to make the most of it.Happy hunting, Trainers!