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Halloween 2025: Costumed Pokémon, Raids, and Bonuses Await!

10/9/2025

Summary

Story summary

Halloween 2025 Part II runs Oct 27–Nov 2, 2025, with costumed Teddiursa and Ursaring.
Bonuses include costumed Pokémon yielding Rare Candy and higher shiny raid rates.
Halloween Part I begins Oct 21, 2025, introducing Poltchageist, Sinistcha, and shiny Sinistea.
Players earn Poke Coins via research and unlock bonuses with Halloween GO Pass.
Lavender Town remix will enhance the Halloween atmosphere.

History

Historical Context

Halloween traditions in North America evolved from Celtic harvest festivals and were popularized by Irish and Scottish immigrants in the 19th century. The first haunted attractions appeared in the U.S. during the 1930s, with Universal Studios launching Halloween Horror Nights in 1991. By 2016, Pokémon GO leveraged seasonal events, achieving a 100% increase in player engagement, highlighting the significance of themed celebrations in modern culture.

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Story summary

Halloween 2025 Part II runs Oct 27–Nov 2, 2025, with costumed Teddiursa and Ursaring.
Bonuses include costumed Pokémon yielding Rare Candy and higher shiny raid rates.
Halloween Part I begins Oct 21, 2025, introducing Poltchageist, Sinistcha, and shiny Sinistea.
Players earn Poke Coins via research and unlock bonuses with Halloween GO Pass.
Lavender Town remix will enhance the Halloween atmosphere.

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