May 2025 in Pokémon GO is shaping up to be an exciting month packed with a variety of events and raid opportunities. One of the highlights is undoubtedly the return of the Lake Trio in 5-Star Raids, which will be available across multiple regions.
What Does Pokémon GO Have in Store for May 2025?
Kicking off the month, Tapu Fini will be featured in Five-Star raids from May 1st to May 12th. This Pokémon will come with the special move Nature's Madness and a chance to encounter its Shiny form.
Following Tapu Fini, the Lake Trio will make their appearance starting May 12th. Depending on your location, you'll have the chance to encounter Uxie in the Asia-Pacific region, Mesprit in Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and India, and Azelf in the Americas and Greenland.
After the Lake Trio's stint, Tapu Bulu will take over the Five-Star raids from May 25th to June 3rd, 2025. Like Tapu Fini, Tapu Bulu will also feature the move Nature's Madness and a Shiny variant.
For those interested in Mega Raids, May 2025 offers a robust lineup. Mega Houndoom will be available from May 1st to 12th, followed by Mega Gyarados from May 12th to 25th, and finally, Mega Altaria from May 25th to June 3rd.
And Here Are the Details of All the Events
The month kicks off with the "Growing Up" event from May 2nd to 7th, and a Mega Kangaskhan Raid Day on May 3rd. From May 10th to 18th, players can participate in the "Crown Clash" event, with a special Dynamax Suicune Max Battle Weekend on May 10th and 11th.
Community Day is scheduled for May 11th, though the featured Pokémon remains a mystery for now. "Crown Clash: Taken Over" will run from May 14th to 18th, followed by a Shadow Raid Day on May 17th.
The "Final Strike: GO Battle Week" will take place from May 21st to 27th, and the May Community Day Classic is set for May 24th. Wrapping up the month, a Gigantamax Machamp Max Battle Day is planned for May 25th, 2025.
For more detailed information on these events, be sure to check out Pokémon GO's official Instagram page. If you haven't yet, you can download the game from the Google Play Store.
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