Pokemon GO Halloween 2025 Full Guide (Part 1 & 2)

The Pokemon GO Halloween 2025 celebration is back with not one but two spooky parts, filled with new Pokemon, bonuses, and ghostly fun for trainers worldwide. Both Part 1 and Part 2 bring exclusive Pokemon encounters, themed research tasks, and costumed favorites returning for the season.

If you're planning to enjoy every moment of this Halloween event, here's everything you need to know - from spawn lists and raids to time zone differences and how to join global festivities using LocaChange.

Pokemon GO Halloween 2025 Part 1 Overview

Event Date: October 21, at 10:00 a.m. - October 27, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. (local time)

The first part of the Halloween celebrations invites Trainers to a haunted tea party inspired by the ghost Pokemon of Paldea.

Two new Pokemon, Poltchageist and Sinistea, will make their Pokemon GO debut, and you may be lucky enough to encounter a Shiny Sinistea.

Wild Encounters

During Part 1, expect an increased appearance of Ghost-type Pokemon in the wild. These encounters are a great opportunity to earn extra Candy and complete Ghost-type medal progress.

Zorua and Hisuian Zorua, both returning with boosted spawn rates.

Greavard, the ghostly dog from Paldea, and other spooky species that fit perfectly with the Halloween theme.

Raid Battles

Raids during Pokemon GO Halloween 2025 Part 1 feature an exciting mix of regional forms and event exclusives:

1-Star Raids: Galarian Yamask, Sinistea, Poltchageist

3-Star Raids: Alolan Marowak, Hisuian Typhlosion, Hisuian Samurott

Each of these Pokemon ties into the dark and spectral atmosphere of Halloween, offering Trainers a chance to expand their raid lineup with unique regional Ghost and Fire types.

Shadow Raids

Team GO Rocket joins the celebration with the debut of Shadow Yamask and Shadow Phantump in Shadow Raids.

These encounters provide a rare opportunity to obtain shadow versions of fan-favorite Pokemon, ideal for players who enjoy battling with high-DPS Shadow attackers.

Field Research & Mega Energy Rewards

Event-exclusive Field Research tasks will be available at PokeStops throughout the week. Completing them can earn encounters with ghostly Pokemon and Mega Energy for:

Gengar

Houndoom

Sableye

Banette

Absol

These tasks are especially valuable for Trainers preparing for future Mega raids or boosting their current Ghost-type roster.

Pokemon GO Halloween 2025 Part 2 Overview

Event Date: October 27, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. to November 2, 2025 at 8:00 p.m. (local time)

As the second chapter of the Halloween 2025 celebration, Pokemon GO Halloween Part 2 adds even more festive flair with costumed Pokemon, shiny debuts, themed raids, and returning bonuses from Part 1. This week promises to be one of the most exciting times for Trainers worldwide.

Costumed Pokemon

Several fan-favorite Pokemon are dressing up for the spooky season:

Teddiursa, Ursaring, and Ursaluna appear wearing witch hats.

Noibat and Noivern show off their adorable headband accessories.

Each of these costumed Pokemon also has a chance to appear as a Shiny, making them must-haves for collectors and shiny hunters alike.

Wild Encounters

During the event, you can encounter themed Pokemon in the wild, including:

Teddiursa wearing a witch hat*

Noibat wearing a headband*

…and more seasonal spawns to discover!

Trainers will also enjoy an increased chance of finding Shiny Teddiursa and Shiny Noibat, so make sure to stock up on Poke Balls and Incense before heading out.

Raid Battles

Part 2 also brings a new rotation of Raid Bosses, featuring both cute and creepy faces:

1-Star Raids: Pikachu (Halloween Mischief costume), Piplup (Halloween Mischief costume), Sinistea, Poltchageist

3-Star Raids: Gengar (Tricks & Treats costume), Drifblim (Halloween Mischief costume)

There’s also an increased chance to encounter a Shiny Sinistea in raids—perfect for Trainers chasing rare ghost-types.

Shadow Raids & Field Research Rewards

Just like in Part 1, Shadow Yamask and Shadow Phantump continue to appear in Shadow Raids. Completing special Field Research tasks during the event can also reward Mega Energy for Ghost-type favorites, including:

Gengar

Houndoom

Sableye

Banette

Absol

Trick or Treat - Play Pokemon GO Halloween Anywhere with LocaChange

Pokemon GO's Halloween 2025 event is full of spooky encounters, limited-time raids, and costumed Pokemon - but not every Trainer can enjoy them equally. Some regions have more active PokeStops, while others miss out on themed spawns or raid hotspots. That’s where LocaChange, a trusted Pokemon GO location changer for iPhone and Android, comes in handy.

Key Features of LocaChange

• Teleport to any city to join Halloween events or hunt exclusive Pokemon like Shiny Sinistea and costumed Ursaluna.
• Use a smart joystick to simulate walking naturally - perfect for hatching 7 km eggs or exploring ghost-type nests.
• Stay 100% safe while spoofing - no need to install modified game files or use risky third-party apps.
• Switch between multiple locations instantly to catch region-exclusive Pokemon or raid with friends worldwide.
• More advanced features: Pokemon IV Checker, PvP Finder, PokeStops Map.

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Whether you're traveling, stuck indoors, or just want to experience different regional Halloween spawns, LocaChange lets you enjoy the entire event from anywhere in the world - without missing a single spooky reward.

Conclusion

Pokemon GO Halloween 2025 is shaping up to be one of the most exciting annual events yet. Whether you’re chasing shiny Sinistea in Part 1’s haunted tea party or battling costumed Gengar and Drifblim in Part 2, there’s no shortage of ghostly adventures to enjoy.

And if you want to experience every Halloween habitat or raid no matter where you are, try using LocaChange - a safe and reliable location changer for Pokemon GO that lets you teleport anywhere, join global raids, and make the most of every limited-time event.

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Philip Williams

• Pokémon GO
• GPS Spoofing
• AR Gaming

• AR gaming and GPS spoofing specialist with over a decade of software experience. He is a trusted writer on Pokémon GO tips and safe location-changing strategies, helping over 2 million users worldwide. As an Apple enthusiast and expert in location-changing technology, he brings both technical depth and gaming insight to every guide.

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