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Niantic launchedPokemon GOon July 07, 2025, which means it’s been nine years since the game came out. Of course, thegotta-catch-em-all simulatorisn’t making as much money as it used to, but there are still millions of players who are on the hunt for the next addition of Pocket Monsters, new raids, and whatever other events get added.
To celebrate the 9th anniversary ofPokemon GO, Niantic is throwing abig event, appropriately called the9th Anniversary Party. There’s a lot to go over when it comes to what the event brings to the table, but the key takeaways are..
Now, let’s get into the nitty-gritty of the9th Anniversary Party event inPokemon GO.
9th Anniversary Party Event - All Party Hat Pokemon in Pokemon GO
Party Time
What you need to know is that during the event, you’ll spot some Party Hats around the map. If you tap on it, the hat could end up being a spawn, or it could just be a Poke Ball, Great Ball, or Ultra Ball.
The four Pokemon that could spawn when you tap the hat are:Grimer, Eevee, Wobbuffet, and Wurmple. Other Party Hat Pokemon will appear as increased spawns, and we’ll include the full list below:
For the first time, costumed versions of Ivysaur and Venusaur are available.
Rowlet, Litten, or Popplio Encounter
Chespin, Froakie, or Fennekin Encounter
Snivy, Tepig, or Oshawatt Encounter
Catch 9 Pokemon
Pokeball x 10, Great Balls x 5, and 2 Ultra Balls
Grookey, Scorbunny, or Sobble Encounter
Gimmighoul holding special 9th anniversary coin
Take 3 snapshots of Wild Pokemon
Treecko, Mudkip, or Torchic Encounter
Fuecoco, Quaxly, or Sprigatito Encounter
Send a Gift with a Sticker
Party Hat Bulbasaur, Party Hat Charmander, or Party Hat Squirtle Encounter
Turtwig, Chimchar, or Piplup Encounter
Spin 2 PokeStops or Gyms
Cyndaquil, Totodile, or Chikorita Encounter
Spin 9 PokeStops or Gyms
Earn 9 Hearts with your Buddy
Masterwork Research: Wish Granted Tasks and Rewards in Pokemon GO
If you missed out oncatching a Shiny Jirachi previously inPokemon GO, you have another opportunity by purchasing the Wish Granted ticket in the shop for $4.99. It’s worth noting that if you already purchased the research, you can’t buy it a second time.
During the 9th anniversary event, you’re able to also find Party Hat Eevee and Pikachu in 1-Star Raids. They have an increased chance of being shiny.
Pokemon GO 9th Anniversary Party - All Event Bonuses
And last but not least, here are all the bonuses to look forward to during the event!
