Pokémon GO players have an action-packed May 2025 ahead, filled with legendary raids and exciting events. The highlight is undoubtedly the return of the coveted Lake Trio appearing globally in 5-Star Raids.
Pokémon GO's May 2025 Raid Schedule
The month begins with Tapu Fini appearing in Five-Star raids from May 1-12, featuring its signature move Nature's Madness along with potential Shiny encounters.
From May 12 onward, trainers can encounter the region-exclusive Lake Trio: Uxie in Asia-Pacific, Mesprit across Europe/Middle East/Africa/India, and Azelf in the Americas/Greenland.
Following their departure, Tapu Bulu takes the raid spotlight from May 25-June 3, bringing both Nature's Madness and Shiny availability.
Mega Raid enthusiasts will enjoy a rotating lineup:
- Mega Houndoom (May 1-12)
- Mega Gyarados (May 12-25)
- Mega Altaria (May 25-June 3)
Key Events Calendar
The event schedule includes:
- Growing Up (May 2-7)
- Mega Kangaskhan Raid Day (May 3)
- Crown Clash (May 10-18)
- Dynamax Suicune Max Battle Weekend (May 10-11)
- Community Day (May 11)
- Crown Clash: Taken Over (May 14-18)
- Shadow Raid Day (May 17)
- Final Strike: GO Battle Week (May 21-27)
- Community Day Classic (May 24)
- Gigantamax Machamp Battle Day (May 25)
For complete event details, visit Pokémon GO's official Instagram. New players can download the game via Google Play Store. Don't miss our latest coverage on Zen Pinball World's 16 new tables either.
