Discover bonuses, Shiny debuts, wild encounters, and Lucky trades in the Scattered to the Winds event of Pokemon GO. Don’t miss out!

Pokemon GO is bringing a brand-new event, and it’s packed with exciting bonuses, rare encounters, and exclusive rewards. Scattered to the Winds kicks off on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. and runs until Thursday, February 20, 2025, at 8:00 p.m. local time.
This event offers big XP boosts, special wild spawns, and a better shot at finding Shiny Pokemon. Let’s break it all down so you know exactly what to expect!
Every Detail of Pokemon GO Scattered to the Winds
Event Bonuses: More XP and Extra Gifts!
During the event, you can grab some great perks:
- 2× XP every time you spin a PokeStop.
- 5× XP the first time you spin a new PokeStop.
- Open up to 40 Gifts per day.
- Upgrade to 60 Gifts per day if you have the Eggs-pedition Access: February ticket.
- Shiny Pidgey appears more often!
If you’re looking to level up, this is your chance to rack up XP fast!
Shiny Debuts
For the first time, Scatterbug, Spewpa, and Vivillon can be found in their Shiny forms! Want to catch them? Collect and pin postcards from different regions to increase your chances of encountering Scatterbug. If luck is on your side, you might even find a Shiny one!
Wild Encounters: Who’s Popping Up?
This event may blow you away! 💨🤩
— Pokémon GO (@PokemonGoApp) February 4, 2025
Scatterbug, Spewpa, and Vivillon make their Shiny debuts during the Scattered to the Winds event in #PokemonGO!
February 18, at 10:00 a.m. to February 20, 2025, at 8:00 p.m. local timehttps://t.co/3rdFEkOYsc pic.twitter.com/yf7W4LkiHX
More Pokemon are appearing in the wild, giving you better chances to catch some event-themed favorites. Keep an eye out for:
- Caterpie
- Pidgey
- Spearow
- Wurmple
- Starly
Each of these Pokemon has a chance to be Shiny, so stay alert!
Field Research: Extra Rewards
Event-exclusive Field Research tasks will be available throughout the event. Completing them can earn you:
- Rare Candy
- Encounters with event-themed Pokemon
If you’re always on the move, completing these tasks could get you some nice rewards along the way!
Paid Timed Research: Worth It?

For $5.00 (or local equivalent), you can unlock a special Timed Research questline. If you’re someone who enjoys extra challenges, here’s what you’ll get:
- 16,500 Stardust
- Three Rare Candies
- An exclusive event-themed avatar pose
- Encounters with special event Pokemon
- Other mystery rewards
If Stardust and rare Pokemon are important to you, this might be a great deal!
Collection Challenge: Complete for Rewards
There’s a new Collection Challenge that focuses on evolution. Finish the challenge to earn:
- XP
- Stardust
- A Scyther encounter
If you like tracking down and evolving Pokemon, this challenge could be fun and rewarding!
Lucky Pokemon: Trading Just Got Better!

Great news for traders! The limit on guaranteed Lucky Pokemon from trades is increasing from 25 to 35.
Even better, starting February 18, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., any Pokemon stored in your collection since 2019 is guaranteed to become Lucky when traded—until the new limit is reached. This update stays permanently, so make sure to trade wisely!
PokeStop Showcases: Enter for a Chance to Win
During the event, some PokeStops will host Showcases where you can enter event-themed Pokemon. These competitions let you show off your best catches and possibly win some extra prizes.
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