The FREE Pokecoin Event Tips And Full Guide
The July 13‑20 Pikachu Celebration event packs free PokeCoins, the return of the rarest costume Pikachu, boosted transfer candy, and massive Stardust multipliers — making it a must‑play even if you’re not a Pikachu fan.
Event Dates & Structure
- Overall event: July 13, 10:00 a.m. → July 20, 8:00 p.m. (local time)
- Three celebrations:
- First: July 13 10:00 a.m. → July 15 10:00 a.m.
- Second: July 15 10:00 a.m. → July 18 10:00 a.m.
- Third: July 18 10:00 a.m. → July 20 8:00 p.m.
- Each celebration spawns a different costume Pikachu and offers event‑themed field research tasks.
Costume Pikachu & Research
- Exclusive spawns: Trick‑or‑Treat, Winter Carnival, Summer Flare costume Pikachu.
- Field research: Different Pikachu per celebration; all historic costume Pikachu are expected to return across the three periods.
- Higher catch rate for all Pikachu during the event.
Raid Bosses & Mega Raids
| Period | 1‑Star Raids | 5‑Star Raids | Mega Raids | Shadow Raids |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Until July 14 | Dapper Pikachu (blue/yellow/red), Safari Hat Pikachu, Varsity Jacket Pikachu, Amethyst Crown Pikachu, World Championship Pikachu 2022‑2024 | Articuno, Zapdos, Moltres | Mega Lucario | Shadow Palkia |
| July 15 onward | Same 1‑star lineup | Kyogre | Mega Sceptile | Shadow Palkia |
Go Pass & Transfer Candy Bonuses
- Free track (rank 10): 2× transfer candy, increased chance for Candy XL on transfer.
- Free track (rank 20): 2× catch Stardust.
- Deluxe track ($5 USD, rank 10): 3× transfer candy, much higher Candy XL chance.
- Deluxe track (rank 20): 3× catch Stardust.
- Free track also awards 150,000 XP, a Lucky Egg, Raspberries, and themed encounters.
Professor Willow’s Birthday (July 21, 10:00 a.m.‑8:00 p.m.)
- New debut: Professor Willow Assistant Pikachu (shiny‑eligible, possible leader background).
- Sources: Field research, timed research, snapshot encounters, raids.
- Field research rewards: PokeCoins, Lucky Eggs, Assistant Pikachu encounters.
- Free timed research: Ends 8:00 p.m.; grants Assistant Pikachu encounter, Lucky Egg, Star Piece, and more.
- Highlight: First ever chance to grind large amounts of free PokeCoins in a single day.
Best Pokémon to Hunt
Evolvable Costume Pikachu (good for Mega Raichu prep)
- Summer Hat, Santa Hat, Witch Hat, Flower Crown, Ash Hat, Party Hat, Detective Hat 2023, Beanie Hat, New Year’s Hat, World Cap, Cherry Blossom, Holiday 2023 Pikachu.
- Evolve high‑IV copies for Mega Raichu (Ray Day same weekend).
Ultra‑Rare Costume Pikachu (shiny = future collector’s items)
- Safari Hat, Amethyst Crown, Halloween, Flying, Explorer, Holiday, Flying 5th Anniversary, Pop Star/Rockstar, Fragment Hat, Witch Hat, Straw Hat, Beanie, Red Party Hat, Spring Hat, Charizard/Umbreon/Rayquaza/Lucario Hat, New Year’s Hat, Trick‑or‑Treat, etc.
- Catch any shiny you encounter; they remain extremely rare after the event.
Raid Targets Worth Prioritizing
- Moltres: #7 Flying attacker (#3 Shadow).
- Kyogre: #7 Water attacker (#3 Shadow, #1 Primal).
- Shadow Palkia: #7 Dragon attacker; candies power up Origin Palkia (adventure effect Spatial Rend).
- Mega Lucario: #2 Fighting attacker (future Mega Lucario Z).
- Mega Sceptile: #1 Grass attacker.
- Dynamax Duraludon (debut): Dynamax Hydreigon will be #2 Dark Max attacker; regular Hydreigon #11 Dark attacker.
Stardust Farming Tips
- Base bonus: 2× Stardust (free track) → 200 Stardust per catch, 300 with Star Piece.
- Deluxe track: 3× Stardust → 300 per catch, 450 with Star Piece.
- Boosted‑Stardust species (e.g., Audino nests) yield 2,000 Stardust per catch → up to 6,000 with 3× bonus.
- Hunt nests in local parks during the event for maximum gains.
Weekly Sub‑Events & Community Meetups
| Day | Event | Key Benefits |
|---|---|---|
| Mon Jul 13 | Dynamax Monday – Power spots refresh faster | 800 Max Particles via Community Ambassador meetup timed research |
| Tue | Showcase Tuesday – Up to 5 showcases, top 3 earn Lures, Lucky Eggs, Star Pieces, Incubators | Free Super Incubator at Zubat Spotlight Hour meetup |
| Wed Jul 15 | Kyogre Raid Hour 6‑7 p.m. – Kyogre at every gym, 25‑min timers | Free Raid Pass + 100 Link Charges at meetup |
| Thu Jul 16 | Go Battle Thursday – 50 battles, 4× Stardust from wins | — |
| Thu Jul 16 | Zubat Spotlight Hour 6‑7 p.m. – 2× Catch XP (stacks with 2× Stardust) | Free Super Incubator at meetup |
| Sat Jul 18 | Mega Raichu Super Mega Ray Day 2‑5 p.m. – 6 free raid passes for Mega Raichu X/Y | Free Raid Pass + 100 Link Charges at meetup |
| Sun Jul 19 | Scenic Sunday – More wild spawns, incense attracts more, reduced buddy candy, 3× gift swaps for Matteo 7 km eggs (White‑Stripe Basculin) | Ideal day to grind Pikachu spawns |
Attend Community Ambassador meetups (via Campfire) to claim the free timed‑research rewards listed above.
Mega Raichu Preparation & Candy Strategies
- Candy boosters: Pinap (2×) or Silver Pinap (2.34×) on catches.
- Mega‑evolve an Electric type (Mega Manectric, Mega Ampharos, Primal Kyogre) for extra Candy, XP, and Candy XL on Pikachu catches.
- Friendship Friday (every Friday): 20 % less Stardust for trades, 2 extra special trades, 2 guaranteed Candy XL per trade, higher Lucky rate. Trade 100 Pikachu → 200 Candy XL toward a level 50 100 % IV Mega Raichu.
- Quick‑catch technique reduces catch animation from ~15 s to ~3 s, dramatically increasing grind speed.
Adventure Effects & Gameplay Tips
- Roar of Time (Dialga): Freezes Lucky Egg, Star Piece, Incense, Daily Incense timers — perfect for extending 2×/3× Stardust windows.
- Spatial Rend (Palkia): Doubles spawn distance from 40 m to 80 m — useful for mass‑spawn hunting.
- Pre‑event prep: Download assets, enable native refresh rate in Advanced Settings, master quick‑catch.
Medals to Grind During the Event
- Rocker Medal (Electric‑type) – easy platinum with abundant Pikachu.
- Pikachu Fan Medal – guaranteed completion; trades also count.
- Battle Legend & Champion Medals – progress via raid battles.
- Successor Medal – mega‑evolve an Electric type.
- Showcase Star Medal – enter up to 5 showcases each Tuesday; each win yields a non‑shiny PhD Pikachu (now one of the rarest Pikachu forms).
Why This Pokemon Go Event Is so Special and Why you should absolutely play it
The Pikachu Celebration event delivers a rare convergence of free PokeCoins, exclusive costume Pikachu, powerful raid bosses, and the best Stardust multipliers of the season. Whether you’re chasing a perfect Mega Raichu, stockpiling Candy XL, or simply want to cash in on free coins, the next week is your window.
Plan your daily schedule, hit the Community Ambassador meetups, and activate Roar of Time to stretch every bonus. Good luck, trainers — may your catches be shiny and your Stardust piles massive!