Everything You Need to Know About Pokémon Concierge Celebration Event

One of the biggest features of Pokémon GO is that the game regularly brings in events that celebrate new themed movies and episodes on Netflix. It has been a while since Pokémon GO introduced a celebration event. However, the wait ended after they announced the Pokémon Concierge Celebration Event today!

We have had a few big announcements made following the conclusion of the GO Fest finale, as we are on the horizon of the end of Delightful Days and the beginning of the new season. After teasing the feature of the new event, Tales of Transformation, and the new level upgrade to 80, the Pokémon Concierge Celebration Event announcement by @PokemonGOApp makes it the first announced event of the new season.

The 5-day-long event promises a lot of fun, and the gaming community is here for it. Unlike other events, all the details of the Pokémon Concierge Celebration Event are already shared by Pokémon GO. Join us as we take a look at the details of the Pokémon Concierge Celebration Event, such as the wild spawns, event bonuses, research, raid bosses, and more.

Pokémon Concierge Celebration Event

The Pokémon Concierge takes place at a resort on a tropical island, following new concierge Haru as she has more interactions with Pokémon guests. The Pokémon Concierge Celebration Event follows this. The new episodes of the show will be live on September 4, 2025. The Pokémon Concierge Celebration Event begins on September 9 2025, at 10 AM local time and ends on 14th September 2025, at 8 PM local time.

@PokemonGOApp took it to their official X to make the Pokémon Concierge Celebration Event announcement on 26th August, 2025, around 5:30 AM (IST). The announcement came with the caption “Pokémon GO will have you relaxed and ready to GO during the Pokémon Concierge Celebration Event, as Psyduck with a swim ring makes its debut.”

There are many reasons why the announcement had a positive reaction from the community. However, the Psyduck costume is the biggest reason why the gamers are ready to gear up in their walking shoes. That being said, there were also common queries regarding the costume Pokémon.

Pro trainers like @ItsFleeceKing and others did not shy away from showcasing their excitement on Psyduck, given the popularity of the Pokémon.

Many gamers are hopeful that the costume shiny will be boosted during the event.

Wild Spawns in Pokémon Concierge Celebration Event

One of the best things that sits well with the gaming community is that the debut Pokémon, Psyduck with a swim ring, will be spawning in the wild and will not be locked in the raids.

Yes, you saw that right, Psyduck with a swim ring will be spawning in the wild. If you are lucky, you might encounter a shiny one! In addition to this, Sealeo, Shinx, and many other wild spawns will be there. If you are lucky, you might be able to get your hands on a shiny one. Throughout the event, when you take a snapshot of Pokémon, you will encounter characters that are seen in Pokémon Concierge.

Pokémon Concierge Celebration Event Bonuses

Now that you are aware of the wild spawns, let us check out Pokémon Concierge Celebration Event bonuses:

• You will earn 2x candy for catching Pokémon throughout the event.
• The Pokémon you set as your buddy will bring you items more often.
• You will have a boosted chance to encounter a shiny Psyduck with a swim ring.
• Psyduck with a swim ring from a wild encounter could also have a special background, if you are lucky.

Along with boosted shiny rates, the Psyduck with a swim ring also comes with a possibility to have a special background. There's no doubt that it will be a popular event within the community.

Pokémon Concierge Celebration Event Raids

Now that you are aware of the event bonuses, let us take a look at the Pokémon Concierge Celebration Event Raids:

Pokémon Concierge Celebration Event Research

Finishing the field research tasks will reward the trainers with event-focused Pokémon encounters. As for the timed research, they are focused on catching Pokémon and snapshots of wild spawns. Finishing these tasks will grant Stardust and encounters with event-focused Pokémon. What the tasks are going to be has yet to be confirmed. However, this timed research will expire on time. Therefore, consider finishing them all before 14th September, 2025, at 8 PM local time.

Pokémon Concierge Celebration Event: Paid Timed Research

Similar to the major events in the game, the Pokémon Concierge Celebration Event also comes with a paid timed research. For only $4.99 or an equivalent price in your currency, you will have access to the event-exclusive timed research. This research rewards you with 5,000 Stardust, an avatar pose focused on the event, encounters with Psyduck with a swim ring, and many more.

In addition to purchasing the ticket for yourself, trainers can also gift it to their friends and close ones. You will have access to Pokémon Concierge Haru's Aloha Shirt in the game for free since the event starts, and it will be available even after the event ends. There will be a Celebration Event Ultra Box available in the Web Store for $4.99 or an equivalent price in your local currency. In addition to the event ticket, it includes 10 Ultra Balls.