Pokémon GO's March 2025 Community Day Lineup and Beloved Buddies Event Details
Fuecoco Ignites March's Community Day
Get ready for fiery fun! Pokémon GO's March Community Day kicks off with Fuecoco, the Fire Croc Pokémon, on March 8th, 2025, from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM (local time). Expect increased Fuecoco spawns and boosted Shiny rates.
Evolving your Fuecoco to Skeledirge (via Crocalor) within one week of the event unlocks the Charged Attack Blast Burn. Skeledirge can also learn Torch Song anytime.
A special Timed Research event offers a Fuecoco encounter with a Seasonal Special Background and further boosts Shiny odds. Complete the tasks by March 15th, 2025, at 10:00 PM (local time).
For $2.00, snag the exclusive Community Day Special Research featuring three Fuecoco encounters (all with Seasonal Special Backgrounds), Battle Passes, and Rare Candies. Gift this ticket to friends at Great Friends level or higher.
March and Beyond: Community Day Dates Unveiled
Pokémon GO has announced Community Day dates through May:
- March 8th, 2025
- March 22nd, 2025 (Community Day Classic)
- April 27th, 2025
- May 11th, 2025
- May 24th, 2025 (Community Day Classic)
Community Day Classic events revisit past favorites. New Pokémon will star in the remaining events; details are forthcoming.
Beloved Buddies Event: Candela or Arlo?
The Beloved Buddies event, featuring Dhelmise, includes Timed Research with two branching paths: Candela (Team Valor) and Arlo (Team GO Rocket).
Initial tasks reward Ultra Balls, Remoraid, and Mantine encounters. Choose your path for unique rewards:
Candela Path: Poffins, Stardust, Ultra Balls, and encounters with Luvdisc, Shellder, and Rapidash.
Arlo Path: Poffins, Stardust, Ultra Balls, a Pocket Radar, and encounters with Cubone, Slowpoke, and Scizor.
Choose wisely based on your preferences! Learn more about the Beloved Buddies event in a separate article.