March 2025 is shaping up to be an exhilarating month for Pokémon Go trainers, with Niantic rolling out a plethora of events, raids, and special activities. Here’s a comprehensive overview to help you navigate the month’s offerings.
Might and Mastery Season Introduction
Kicking off on March 5, the new season titled “Might and Mastery” introduces the legendary Pokémon Kubfu. Trainers can embark on a season-long Special Research story to encounter and capture this Fighting-type Pokémon, adding a fresh dynamic to their adventures.
Raid Schedule
March brings a dynamic rotation of raids, featuring both returning favorites and new challenges:
- Five-Star Raids (March 4-13): The legendary birds—Articuno, Zapdos, and Moltres—return, offering trainers a chance to capture these iconic Pokémon.
- Mega Raids:
- March 4-13: Mega Lucario
- March 13-22: Mega Swampert
- March 22-31: Mega Pinsir
- Shadow Raids: Throughout the weekends in March, Shadow Regice will be available, providing a unique challenge for trainers seeking Shadow Pokémon.
Max Battles
A new feature this month is the introduction of Max Battles, allowing trainers to face Dynamax Pokémon. The schedule includes:
- March 4-10: Gastly, Beldum, Pidove, Darumaka, and Sobble
- March 10-17: Krabby, Beldum, Drilbur, and Darumaka
- March 17-24: Machop, Chansey, Scorbunny, and Falinks
- March 24-31: Charmander, Caterpie, Chansey, and Pidove
These battles offer trainers the opportunity to catch Dynamax versions of these Pokémon, adding a new layer to the gameplay experience.
Spotlight Hours
Every Tuesday from 6:00 PM to 6:59 PM local time, a specific Pokémon will be featured, accompanied by special bonuses:
- March 4: Krabby with double candy for catching
- March 11: Beldum with double XP for evolving
- March 18: Drilbur with double stardust for catching
- March 25: Darumaka with double candy for transferring
These Spotlight Hours are excellent opportunities to stock up on resources and catch specific Pokémon.
Community Days
March features two Community Day events:
- Fuecoco Community Day (March 15): The Fire-type Pokémon Fuecoco will appear more frequently in the wild. Evolving Fuecoco’s evolution, Crocalor, during the event or up to five hours afterward will grant a Skeledirge that knows the Charged Attack Blast Burn.
- Totodile Community Day Classic (March 29): A nostalgic event where Totodile will be the star, allowing trainers to relive past Community Day experiences and capture this Water-type Pokémon.
Special Events
- Festival of Colors (March 8-14): Celebrating the vibrant Festival of Colors, this event will feature colorful Pokémon spawns and themed research tasks.
- Dynamax Raikou Max Battle Weekend (March 21-22): Trainers can challenge and capture Dynamax Raikou during this special Max Battle weekend.
- Mega Absol Raid Day (March 28): Mega Absol will be featured in raids, providing trainers the chance to gather Mega Energy and add this powerful Pokémon to their roster.
With such a diverse lineup of events and activities, March 2025 promises to be an exciting month for all Pokémon Go enthusiasts. Trainers are encouraged to mark their calendars and prepare for the adventures ahead.
