Eevee takes the spotlight on March 7, giving trainers a fresh chance to catch its many forms-and yes, the shiny version might just make an appearance.
Eevee and its evolutions are even more complex in Pokémon Go than they are in mainline games. While there are simple evolution methods for the newer Eeveelutions, the original three – Vaporeon, Jolteon, and Flareon – are randomized. You can use a name trick to evolve them once into your desired Eeveelution, guaranteed, but the name trick will not work again after this.
Eevee and its shiny siblings have been around for a while. There was a Community Day event in 2021 and they’ve shown up in special hats and costumes time and time again. Considering that Eevee has become one of the poster children for the Pokémon franchise, it’s not surprising.
Pokémon is about catching ’em all, and in Pokémon Go, that means catching every variant, including rare shiny versions of Pokémon. Every Tuesday in Pokémon Go, players will see a specific Pokémon spawning more frequently during Spotlight Hour, which runs from 6 p.m. to 6:59 p.m. local time. Spotlight Hour is your chance to load up on candy, a chance for high CP Pokémon, and, if you’re lucky, a shiny Pokémon.
Are shiny rates boosted during Spotlight Hour?
Shiny rates are not increased during Spotlight Hour events. The featured Pokémon appears more frequently in the wild, giving players more chances to encounter it, but the odds of finding its shiny variant remain the same as usual. For Eevee, that means the standard rate applies, so patience and volume of encounters are key for anyone hoping to add a shiny Eevee to their collection.
Shiny rates do not appear to be boosted during Spotlight Hours, based on data gathered by Pokémon community The Silph Road. However, the sheer number of Pokémon that spawn during the hourlong weekly event will give you an improved chance of clicking on a random shiny. The more Pokémon you click on, the more opportunity you have to catch a shiny Pokémon.
What can I do to attract more shiny Pokémon?
To raise your chances of finding shiny Pokémon during Spotlight Hour, focus on tapping as many Eevee spawns as possible within the event window. Use Incense and Lure Modules to increase encounters, and try playing in areas with dense PokéStop clusters to keep the spawns constant. Fast catching can also help you cover more ground, which means more opportunities for a shiny to appear. While shiny rates don’t increase during Spotlight Hour, sheer volume gives you the best shot.
Not much, unfortunately. It appears to be random chance. Shiny Pokémon catch rates are set by developer Niantic, and they are typically only boosted during special events like Community Days or Safari Zones, or in Legendary Raids. There are no consumable items that boost shiny Pokémon rates.
Where can I find a list of available shiny Pokémon?
You can find a full list of shiny Pokémon available in Pokémon Go on the official Pokémon Go website or community databases such as The Silph Road and Pokémon Go Hub. These sources regularly update their lists to include newly released shinies, event-specific variants, and regional exclusives. Many players also use online trackers or community-run spreadsheets that show which shinies are currently obtainable in the game.
What is the double bonus for Eevee Spotlight Hour on March 7
Double Transfer Candy
The double bonus for the Eevee Spotlight Hour on March 7 is 2× Candy for transferring Pokémon.
This means players earn twice the usual amount of Candy from any transfers made during the event hour (6:00 PM to 7:00 PM local time).
Event Details
Eevee spawns increase significantly in the wild, with Incense boosting more encounters; the bonus applies globally to all transfers, not just Eevee.
Shiny Eevee remains possible at standard rates.
What time does Eevee Spotlight Hour start on March 7
Eevee Spotlight Hour on March 7 starts at 6:00 PM local time and runs until 7:00 PM.
Time Zone Notes
This follows the standard Pokémon Go format, where “local time” adjusts to your device’s time zone-such as CET (7:00 PM) if you’re in Amsterdam.
Preparation Tips
Arrive a few minutes early to activate Incense or Lures; spawns peak immediately at the start for maximum Eevee encounters during the 2× Transfer Candy bonus.
