Legendary Birds Dynamax in Pokémon Go

Author: Ellie Feb 19,2025

Get Ready for Dynamax Legendary Birds in Pokémon GO!

From January 20th to February 3rd, the legendary birds Articuno, Zapdos, and Moltres will appear in their Dynamax forms in Pokémon GO! This exciting event offers players a chance to encounter and capture these powerful Pokémon.

Pokémon GO Dynamax Legendary Birds

A Week-Long Appearance for Each Legendary Bird:

The Dynamax legendary birds will appear in five-star Max Raids at Power Spots. Each bird will have a dedicated week:

  • Dynamax Articuno: January 20th
  • Dynamax Zapdos: January 27th
  • Dynamax Moltres: February 3rd

Each will remain available for a full week following their initial appearance.

Pokémon GO Dynamax Articuno, Zapdos, and Moltres

Exclusive Timed Research:

A "Legendary Flight Timed Research" event will run concurrently, offering opportunities to catch Pokémon (some with increased Shiny rates!), earn Candy, and collect Max Particles. The research tasks will vary slightly for each bird:

  • Dynamax Articuno: January 17th, 10:00 am - January 20th, 7:00 pm (featuring Charmander, Beldum, and Scorbunny)
  • Dynamax Zapdos: January 24th, 10:00 am - January 27th, 7:00 pm (featuring Drilbur, Cryogonal, and Grookey)
  • Dynamax Moltres: January 31st, 10:00 am - February 3rd, 7:00 pm (featuring Squirtle, Krabby, and Sobble)

Pokémon GO Timed Research Event

Victini Returns in Pokémon GO Tour: Unova!

The Pokémon GO Tour: Unova global event also provides a chance to obtain the Mythical Pokémon Victini. While the in-person event is location-specific, all players can receive a free Tour Pass on February 24th, 2025, at 10:00 am local time, allowing them to earn rewards until March 2nd, 6:00 pm local time.

Pokémon GO Tour: Unova Event

Upgrading to the Tour Pass Deluxe or Tour Pass Deluxe + 10 Ranks unlocks additional rewards, including an immediate encounter with Victini and the Lucky Trinket. This new item lets you boost a trade to Lucky Friend status, resulting in a Pokémon with boosted stats and lower power-up costs. Remember, this is a one-time use per friend.

Pokémon GO Tour: Unova Rewards

Tour Pass Deluxe is available for $14.99 USD, and the Deluxe + 10 Ranks bundle costs $19.99 USD. Claim your rewards before March 9th, 2025, at 6:00 pm local time! Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to expand your Pokémon collection!