Niantic is bringing back the beloved Festival of Lights event to Pokémon GO, celebrating India’s festive season with exclusive encounters. Running from October 18-23, 2025, Trainers can catch Pikachu wearing a saree and kurta while enjoying special bonuses and on-ground activations.
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Event Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Event Dates | Oct 18 (10 AM) – Oct 23, 2025 (8 PM) |
| Special Pokémon | Pikachu in Saree & Kurta |
| Stardust Bonus | 2× for catching Pokémon |
| Incense Duration | 2× (excluding Daily Adventure) |
| On-Ground Events | Nexus Mall Bengaluru & Delhi (Oct 18-19) |
What Makes This Festival Special?
The Pikachu in festive Indian attire returns as the star attraction, available through raids and field research tasks. Trainers also get a chance to encounter shiny versions of these exclusive Pokémon.
Nostalgic Pokémon from previous Festival of Lights events are joining the celebration, including Ponyta, Chinchou, Volbeat, Litwick, and Morelull. These will appear more frequently when using Incense, adding a magical touch to your gameplay.
On-Ground Activations
Experience the Festival of Lights beyond your screen at Nexus Mall Koramangala (Bengaluru) and Nexus Select CityWalk (New Delhi) on October 18-19. These activations bring the festive spirit to life with exclusive in-person experiences for Indian Trainers.
Event Bonuses & Rewards
- 2× Stardust for every Pokémon caught
- 2× Incense duration for extended gameplay
- Exclusive stickers featuring Pikachu in traditional attire from PokéStops
- Collection Challenges rewarding Premium Raid Passes, Stardust, and XP
- Branching Timed Research with encounters, Rare Candy, and Poké Balls
This event reflects Niantic’s commitment to Indian Trainers, building on years of India-exclusive content and expanded local events. For more Pokémon GO updates, visit the official Pokémon GO website.
FAQs
When does the Festival of Lights 2025 event start in Pokémon GO?
The event runs from October 18, 2025, at 10 AM to October 23, 2025, at 8 PM.
Where can I experience on-ground Festival of Lights activations?
Visit Nexus Mall Koramangala (Bengaluru) or Nexus Select CityWalk (New Delhi) on October 18-19.
