Pokemon Go’s 8th Anniversary Party Event: Shiny Meltan, Party Hat Grimer, and More!

Niantic has revealed plans for an event to commemorate the eighth anniversary of Pokemon Go. This celebration will feature a rare Shiny Pokemon and numerous party hats.

Pokemon Go was launched on July 6, 2016, making its eighth anniversary just around the corner. In honor of this milestone, the game will host a special event called Pokemon Go’s 8th Anniversary Party, as part of the ongoing Shared Skies season.

Pokemon Go’s 8th Anniversary Party

The event’s local time frame will begin on Friday, June 28 at 10 am and end on Wednesday, July 3, 2024 at 8 pm.

8th Anniversary Party featured Pokemon

How Get Shiny Meltan Pokemon Go — Pokemon Company

You can also aquire Meltan by doing the Let’s Go Meltan Special Research Task.

The 8th Anniversary Party of Pokemon Go will showcase a diverse array of Pokemon, including several that are typically not obtainable.

Please take note that any Pokemon with an asterisk next to its name may potentially appear as a Shiny variant.

Debuts

The event introduces the following Pokemon in costumes:

Grimer wearing a party hat*
Muk wearing a party hat

Meltan

During this event, players who use the Mystery Box will have the opportunity to come across Shiny Meltan, a rare form of Meltan that can only be found during special events.

Wild Encounters

During the event, the following Pokemon will be found in the wild.

Bulbasaur wearing a party hat*
Charmander wearing a party hat*
Squirtle wearing a party hat*
Pikachu wearing a cake hat*
Grimer wearing a party hat*
Eevee wearing a party hat*
Unleashed
Fuecoco
Quaxly
Alolan Grimer*

Certain days will have other starter Pokemon available:

The specified timeframe is June 28 at 10 am until June 29 at 11:59 pm in the local time zone.

Chikorita*
Cyndaquil*
Totodile*
Treecko*
Torchic*
Mudkip*

The time frame will be from 12 am on June 30 to 11:59 pm on July 1, according to the local time zone.

Turtwig*
Chimchar*
Piplup*
Pensive*
Tepig*
Oshawott*

From July 2 at 12 am to July 3 at 8 pm, the local time will be observed.

Chespin*
Fennekin*
Froakie*
Rowlet*
leave*
Popplio

Raids

During the event, 1-star Raids will have an increased chance of featuring the following Pokemon as Shinies:

Bulbasaur wearing a party hat*
Charmander wearing a party hat*
Squirtle wearing a party hat*
Pikachu wearing a cake hat*
Grimer wearing a party hat*

Event Bonuses

The bonuses listed below will be in effect for the duration of the 8th Anniversary Party:

There is an increased likelihood of becoming Lucky Friends.
The likelihood of receiving Lucky Pokémon in trades has been raised.
By opening Gifts, trading Pokémon, or participating in raids, Gyms, or Trainer Battles together, friendship levels will increase at a faster rate than usual!
There is a possibility of obtaining 8 or 88 Gimmighoul Coins, or even more, when spinning a PokéStop with a Golden Lure Module.

In addition to the wild encounters, there will also be a few extra bonuses that will be available on certain days.

From June 28 at 10 am to June 29 at 11:59 pm in the local time zone

During these days, placing Eggs in an Incubator will result in a 1/2 decrease in Egg Hatch Distance.

June 30 at midnight to July 1 at 11:59pm in the local time zone.

The catching of Pokémon will yield 2 times the amount of XP.

From July 2 at midnight to July 3 at 8 pm in the local time zone.

Players will receive 2 times the amount of Stardust when catching Pokémon.

Field & Timed Research

Players will have the chance to encounter Starter Pokemon through event-themed Field Research tasks.

Some specific tasks will grant Mega Energy for the listed Pokemon:

Venusaur
Charizard
Blastoise
Sceptile
Blaziken
Swampert

Furthermore, there will be Timed Research available that offers the following rewards:

XP
Stardust
Encounters with event-themed Pokémon
- Raticate wearing a party hat
- Nidorino wearing a party hat
- Wobbuffet wearing a party hat
- Meltan

In addition, a Timed Research will also be available for purchase during the event. By buying a ticket for $2 (or the equivalent in your local currency), players can access tasks that revolve around the number 8. Successful completion of these tasks will result in the following rewards:

1 Incubator
1 Super Incubator
1 Premium Battle Pass
1 Lucky Egg
1 Rocket Radar
1 Star Piece
1 Incense
1 Poffin
88,888 XP
An encounter with Meltan

It is important to note that all Timed Research tasks must be finished and their rewards must be obtained by the end of the event on Wednesday, July 3, 2024 at 8 pm local time.

Other 8th Anniversary Party Content

Niantic

To commemorate the anniversary of Pokemon Go, Niantic has introduced the Whispers in the Woods Masterwork Research. By paying $5 (or the corresponding amount in local currency), players can access tasks to capture a Shiny Celebi and receive extra event perks.

Please note that if you have already completed the previous Shiny Celebi Special Research, Distracted by Something Shiny, you will not be able to purchase this.

Furthermore, the Pokemon GO Web Store will also feature a limited edition Anniversary Box priced at $4.99. This exclusive box will include the following items:

3 Remote Raid Passes
1 Incubator
3 Premium Battle Passes

During the event, there will be a variety of new Avatar cosmetics and event-themed stickers available.

Noctowl Loose-Fitting Jacket
Mankey Loose-Fitting Jacket
Loose-Fitting Pants (Dark Gray)
Pom-Pom Style Oricorio Hat
Pa’u Style Oricorio Hat
Baile Style Oricorio Hat
Sensu Style Oricorio Hat

This is all the information we have regarding the 8th Anniversary Party for Pokemon Go!