Pokemon Go raid boss schedule (April 2025): All current and upcoming raid bosses, best counters, shiny availability, and more

Raunak Bose / TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Apr 5, 2025, 06:44 IST

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April 2025 offers thrilling Raid opportunities in Pokemon Go, including Legendary, Mega, and Max Raid bosses, with chances to catch shiny versions. Highlights include Tapu Lele, Stakataka, Blacephalon, Cresselia, Mega Blaziken, and others. Max Raids are scheduled weekly, with special Max Mondays and Raid Hours providing increased encounter opportunities. Enthusiasts can expect a packed month of exciting battles.

Pokemon Go raid boss schedule (April 2025): All current and upcoming raid bosses, best counters, shiny availability, and more

Mega Audino in Pokemon GO (Image via Niantic)

April 2025 is packed with exciting Raid opportunities for Pokemon Go players, featuring a fresh rotation of Legendary, Mega, and Max Raid bosses, plus plenty of chances to snag shiny versions. Trainers can look forward to the return of popular Legendary Pokemon, region-specific Ultra Beasts, and new entries in Dynamax Raids during the ongoing Might and Mastery season.From 1-Star to 5-Star encounters, this month is stacked with must-catch creatures that will benefit both collectors and competitive battlers.

Pokemon Go Raid boss schedule for April 2025

Here’s a breakdown of all Raid bosses scheduled to appear in April 2025, categorized by Raid tier:

All 5-Star Raids in Pokemon GO (April 2025)

Pokémon	Dates	Shiny Available
Tapu Lele	March 31 – April 9	Yes
Stakataka	April 9 – April 21 (Eastern)	Yes
Blacephalon	April 9 – April 21 (Western)	Yes
Cresselia	April 21 – May 1	Yes

All 3-Star Raids in Pokemon GO (April 2025)

- Combat Breed Paldean Tauros- Blaze Breed Paldean Tauros- Aqua Breed Paldean Tauros- Decidueye- Hisuian Decidueye

All 1-Star Raids in Pokemon GO (April 2025)

Pokémon	Shiny Available
Shellos (West Sea)	Yes
Shellos (East Sea)	Yes
Espurr	Yes
Rockruff	Yes

All Mega Raids in Pokemon GO (April 2025)

Pokémon	Dates	Shiny Available
Mega Blaziken	March 31 – April 9	Yes
Mega Sceptile	April 9 – April 21	Yes
Mega Mawile	April 21 – May 1	Yes

All Max Raids in Pokemon GO (April 2025)

Pokémon	Dates	Shiny Available
Squirtle	March 31 – April 7	Yes
Krabby	March 31 – April 7	Yes
Chansey	March 31 – April 7	Yes
Skwovet	March 31 – April 7	Yes
Scorbunny	March 31 – April 7	No
Caterpie	April 7 – April 14	Yes
Machop	April 7 – April 14	Yes
Drilbur	April 7 – April 14	Yes
Wooloo	April 7 – April 14	Yes
Falinks	April 7 – April 14	Yes
Passimian	April 14 – April 21	Yes
Machop	April 14 – April 21	Yes
Falinks	April 14 – April 21	Yes
Squirtle	April 21 – April 28	Yes
Krabby	April 21 – April 28	Yes
Chansey	April 21 – April 28	Yes
Sobble	April 21 – April 28	Yes
Charmander	April 28 – May 5	Yes
Pidove	April 28 – May 5	Yes
Cryogonal	April 28 – May 5	Yes
Wooloo	April 28 – May 5	Yes
Falinks	April 28 – May 5	Yes

Max Mondays schedule for April 2025

Each Monday from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM local time, special Max Raid takeovers will occur at Power Spots. Here’s the lineup for April:

Pokémon	Date	Shiny Available
Scorbunny	March 31	No
Passimian	April 7	Yes
Wooloo	April 14	Yes
Sobble	April 21	Yes
Falinks	April 28	Yes

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Pokemon Go Raid Hour details (April 2025)

Every Wednesday from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM local time, Niantic hosts a Raid Hour featuring the current 5-Star Raid boss. This event gives players increased chances to encounter and catch powerful Legendaries.

April 2025 Raid Hour schedule

Pokémon	Date	Region	Shiny Available
Tapu Lele	April 2	Global	Yes
Stakataka	April 9	Eastern Hemisphere	Yes
Blacephalon	April 9	Western Hemisphere	Yes
Stakataka	April 16	Eastern Hemisphere	Yes
Blacephalon	April 16	Western Hemisphere	Yes
Cresselia	April 23	Global	Yes

Make the most of Raid Hours, power up your lineup, and don’t miss Max Mondays for even more action-packed encounters. Happy Raiding, trainers.

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