July 20, 2022

Pokémon GO Fest: Seattle—Global Challenge and Ultra Unlock!

Pokémon GO Fest: Seattle—Global Challenge and Ultra Unlock!

Trainers,

Get ready! Wherever you are in the world, there will be special activities for all Trainers during Pokémon GO Fest: Seattle this weekend!

While those attending Pokémon GO Fest are exploring Seattle and taking on the event’s challenges, Trainers all around the globe will be tasked with completing a Global Challenge! If successful, all Trainers will get to enjoy upgraded bonuses during the upcoming Hisuian Discoveries event happening from Wednesday, July 27, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. to Tuesday, August 2, 2022, at 8:00 p.m. local time. Plus, there will also be a special Raid Day on Sunday, July 31, 2022! Read on for more details.

Global Challenge

A special Global Challenge will kick off alongside Pokémon GO Fest: Seattle on Friday, July 22, 2022, at 9:00 a.m. PDT (GMT –7). You can participate from anywhere!

Join forces with Trainers around the world to battle in raids to unlock the following.

* 2× XP for completing raids during the remainder of the Global Challenge period, ending on Sunday, July 24, 2022, at 7:00 p.m. PDT (GMT –7).

* Ultra Unlock: Hisuian Discoveries from Wednesday, July 27, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. to Tuesday, August 2, 2022, at 8:00 p.m. local time.

* Ultra Unlock: Hisuian Discoveries Raid Day on Sunday, July 31, 2022, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. local time.

Collection Challenge

Friday, July 22, 2022, at 8:00 a.m. to Sunday, July 24, 2022, at 8:00 p.m. local time

A selection of Pokémon appearing at Pokémon GO Fest: Seattle will also appear in the wild for Trainers around the world. Keep an eye out for Slowpoke, Krabby, Staryu, Qwilfish, Mantine, and Clamperl during the event. Catch them to complete this Collection Challenge!

Want to join the in-person fun? Tickets to Pokémon GO Fest: Seattle are available now!

Please be aware of your surroundings and follow guidelines from local health authorities when playing Pokémon GO. Upcoming events are subject to change. Be sure to follow us on social media, opt in to receiving push notifications, and subscribe to our emails to stay updated.

—The Pokémon GO team