Get ready, Trainers! Pokémon Go’s “Galarian Expedition” event is live from October 4 to 11, bringing the dazzling debut of shiny Galarian Articuno, Zapdos, Moltres, and Zamazenta, plus exciting Collection Challenges and exclusive bonuses that will send you on a thrilling adventure across the Galar region. Whether you’re hunting shiny Legendaries or tackling new quests, this event is your gateway to rare encounters and epic rewards.
Shiny Galarian birds Articuno, Zapdos, and Moltres can be found for the first time while using Daily Adventure Incense. Zamazenta (Hero of Many Battles) is also returning to raids during this event and it’s able to be found shiny for the first time.
There’s also a new paid Master Ball ticket, if you wanted to buy another Master Ball.
Below, we list out all the perks that are part of the Pokémon Go “Galarian Expedition” event, including the boosted spawns and Collection Challenges.
Pokémon Go ’Galarian Expedition’ event Collection Challenge
The Pokémon Go “Galarian Expedition” event features two main Collection Challenges focused on catching and evolving Galar-themed Pokémon. The first challenge requires players to catch and evolve Pokémon such as Abra, Spheal, and Foongus, rewarding 5,000 XP, 20 Ultra Balls, and an encounter with Alolan Marowak upon completion. The second challenge involves catching and evolving Nidoran (both male and female), as well as catching Beldum and Absol, with rewards including 5,000 XP, 20 Ultra Balls, and an Aerodactyl encounter. These challenges encourage players to explore and evolve specific Pokémon before the event ends on October 11, 2024, at 8 PM local time, offering valuable rewards and the chance to encounter event-themed Pokémon.
There are a few Collection Challenges to complete that involve you catching and evolving specific Pokémon.
Galarian Expedition Collection Challenge 1
- Catch an Abra
- Evolve Abra into Kadabra
- Evolve Kadabra into Alakazam
- Catch a Spheal
- Evolve Spheal into Sealeo
- Evolve Sealeo into Walrein
- Catch a Foongus
- Evolve Foongus into Amoonguss
Rewards: 5,000 XP, Alolan Marowak encounter, 20 Ultra Balls
Galarian Expedition Collection Challenge 2
- Catch a Nidoran-M
- Evolve Nidoran-M into Nidorino
- Evolve Nidorino into Nidoking
- Catch a Nidoran-F
- Evolve Nidoran-F into Nidorina
- Evolve Nidorina into Nidoqueen
- Catch a Beldum
- Catch an Absol
Rewards: 5,000 XP, Aerodactyl encounter, 20 Ultra Balls
Pokémon Go ’Galarian Expedition’ event Field Research and rewards
The Pokémon Go ’Galarian Expedition’ event features a variety of Field Research tasks that reward players with encounters, items, XP, and Stardust. Key tasks include exploring 1 km to encounter Pokémon like Nidoran (Male or Female), Abra, or Spheal; exploring 5 km for Chansey or Absol encounters; spinning 5 PokéStops or Gyms to earn Poké Balls and Great or Ultra Balls; and spinning 10 PokéStops or Gyms to receive XP, Stardust, and encounters with Shinx or Foongus. Completing these tasks offers valuable rewards such as Ultra Balls and XP, enhancing the event experience. Additionally, there are two main Collection Challenges focused on catching and evolving Galarian-themed Pokémon like Abra, Spheal, Foongus, Nidoran, and Absol, with rewards including XP, Ultra Balls, and special Pokémon encounters like Alolan Marowak and Aerodactyl. The event runs from October 4 to October 11, 2024, providing ample opportunity to complete these challenges and earn exclusive rewards.
Spinning a PokéStop during the event period may yield one of these tasks:
- Explore 1 km (Nidoran-M, Nidoran-F, Abra, or Spheal encounter)
- Explore 5 km (Chansey or Absol encounter)
- Spin 5 PokéStops or gyms (20 Poké Balls, 10 Great Balls, or 5 Ultra Balls)
- Spin 10 PokéStops or gyms (Shinx or Foongus encounter, 2,000 XP, or 1,000 Stardust)
Pokémon Go ’Galarian Expedition’ event boosted spawns
During the Pokémon Go “Galarian Expedition” event, which runs from October 4 to October 11, 2024, players experience significantly boosted wild Pokémon spawns. This includes a variety of featured Pokémon such as Nidoran (both male and female), Abra, Magnemite, Wailmer, Spheal, Aron, Beldum, Shinx, Foongus, Dedenne, Wooloo, Absol, Chansey, and Emolga. Many of these Pokémon also have shiny variants available during the event. Additionally, the Daily Adventure Incense has been updated to attract different Pokémon, including rare shiny Galarian Legendary Birds like Articuno, Moltres, and Zapdos, enhancing the chances of encountering these elusive creatures while exploring.
How can I maximize my shiny Legendary encounters during the Galarian Expedition
To maximize your shiny Legendary encounters during the Pokémon Go Galarian Expedition event, follow these key strategies:
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Use the Daily Adventure Incense, which is the only way to encounter the Galarian Legendary Birds (Articuno, Zapdos, Moltres, and Zamazenta). Activate it when you plan to move for at least 15 minutes, such as during a walk or commute, to maximize spawns.
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Extend the Daily Adventure Incense duration by having an Origin Forme Dialga with the move Roar Of Time, which pauses the incense timer for up to two hours, allowing more spawn opportunities.
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Walk as far as possible without stopping and try to follow a straight route to cover maximum ground and increase spawn chances. Avoid staying stationary, as it drastically reduces spawns.
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Pay close attention to spawns on your map to avoid missing any Galarian Legendary Birds.
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When encountering a shiny Galarian Bird, use Golden Razz Berries and Ultra Balls or better, and aim for Excellent Curveball Throws to improve your catch rate. If you struggle with Excellent throws, Great Curveball Throws still boost catch chances.
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Shiny Galarian Birds do not flee once encountered, unlike their normal forms, so you can take your time to catch them without worry of them running away.
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Consider purchasing the Masterwork Research ticket during the event to earn a Master Ball, which guarantees a catch for these rare Pokémon.
These combined tactics will give you the best shot at finding and catching shiny Galarian Legendary Birds during the event.
How can I time my Daily Adventure Incense for maximum shiny Galarian Bird spawns
To time your Daily Adventure Incense for maximum shiny Galarian Bird spawns in Pokémon Go, follow these expert tips:
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Activate the Daily Adventure Incense when you can walk continuously for the full 15-minute duration at a steady, brisk pace. This consistent movement triggers more spawns, often exceeding 30 and sometimes nearing 40 encounters per session.
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Choose a route you haven’t explored before, as walking new paths can boost incense spawn rates by about 10-20%, increasing your chances of encountering Galarian Birds.
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Walk in as straight a line as possible. The Daily Adventure Incense uses GPS distance between spawn points, so straight routes maximize distance covered and spawn frequency. Avoid curvy or circular paths that keep you close to previous spawn points.
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If you have an Origin Forme Dialga with the Roar of Time move, use its Adventure Effect to pause the incense timer and extend the duration beyond 15 minutes-up to 2 hours or more if you have enough resources. This allows many more spawn opportunities.
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Aim to use the incense during weather conditions that boost Flying-type Pokémon (Windy weather boosts all three Galarian Birds), as weather boosts increase spawn rates and encounter chances.
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Consider timing incense use during special events that increase incense duration or spawn rates for even better results.
By combining steady walking on new, straight routes during favorable weather and possibly extending incense duration with Dialga’s ability, you maximize your shiny Galarian Bird encounters during the event.
