May 2025 is shaping up to be an action-packed month in Pokémon GO, with plenty of exciting events and activities. However, the most anticipated highlight is likely the return of the Lake Trio, which will be appearing in 5-Star Raids across various regions.
What's Coming to Pokémon GO in May 2025?
To start things off, Tapu Fini will be featured in Five-Star raids from May 1st to May 12th. This raid encounter includes the exclusive move Nature’s Madness and a chance to encounter its Shiny variant.
Beginning May 12th, the Lake Trio returns with regional appearances: Uxie for the Asia-Pacific region, Mesprit across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and India, and Azelf for players in the Americas and Greenland.
Following the Lake Trio, Tapu Bulu takes over raids from May 25th through June 3rd, 2025. This Guardian of Alola also knows Nature’s Madness and may appear as a Shiny Pokémon.
Mega Raids also feature a strong rotation in May. Mega Houndoom appears from May 1st to 12th.
It is succeeded by Mega Gyarados from May 12th to 25th, followed by Mega Altaria from May 25th to June 3rd.
A Look at the Full Event Schedule
The Growing Up event runs from May 2nd to 7th, with a Mega Kangaskhan Raid Day on May 3rd. Crown Clash takes over from May 10th to 18th, while the Dynamax Suicune Max Battle Weekend occurs on May 10th and 11th.
Community Day is set for May 11th, though the featured Pokémon remains a secret for now. Crown Clash: Taken Over runs from May 14th to 18th, and Shadow Raid Day arrives on May 17th.
Later, Final Strike: GO Battle Week unfolds from May 21st to 27th, followed by the May Community Day Classic on May 24th. Pokémon GO caps off the month on May 25th, 2025, with the Gigantamax Machamp Max Battle Day.
For additional event details, follow the official Pokémon GO Instagram account. In the meantime, download the game from the Google Play Store if you haven't already.
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