5 shiny Pokemon you shouldn’t miss out on in Pokemon GO 9th Anniversary Party

Pokemon GO is celebrating its ninth birthday, and the Anniversary Party will run from Tuesday, July 1, 2025, at 10 am to Sunday, July 6, 2025, at 8 pm local time. Trainers from around the globe will benefit from a vast set of engaging event bonuses.

Shiny hunters, in particular, have much to look forward to, with increased rates for event-themed shinies such as Pikachu and Eevee in raids. Special encounters, wild spawns, and research missions will make this celebration a goldmine for collectors and battlers.

While numerous Pocket Monsters are appearing during the event, there are a few exceptional shiny variants that are simply too good to pass on. Whether it's for their in-game debut, scarcity, or sheer visual appeal, here are five shiny Pokemon worth catching during the Pokemon GO 9th Anniversary Party.

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Pokemon GO 9th Anniversary Party: 5 Pokemon you should shiny hunt

1) Shiny Party Hat Wobbuffet

Wobbuffet and its shiny variant (Image via The Pokemon Company)

Wobbuffet will often be found roaming the wild during the Pokemon GO 9th Anniversary Party. This silly but endearing Psychic-type critter will be wearing a festive party hat.

Shiny Wobbuffet is a visually appealing trophy for any collection because of its remarkable blue-to-pink color shift. When you combine that with the male/female variants and the unique costume, you have a shiny item that is not only uncommon but also incredibly cute and collectible.

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2) Shiny Treecko

Treecko and its shiny variant (Image via The Pokemon Company)

Available in the wild from 10 am on July 1, 2025, until 10 am on July 3, 2025, local time, Shiny Treecko is a short-term catch worth your attention. Its final evolution, Shiny Sceptile, replaces the normal green with a bold teal and red combination, one of the most visually stunning shiny starters. If you don't catch it in the wild spawn window, you can still find it through some special mission drops.

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3) Shiny Party Hat Charmander

Charmander and its shiny variant (Image via The Pokemon Company)

Charmander has long been a favorite among fans, and its party hat variant will be more frequently seen in the wild during this event. In contrast to the typical bright orange, the shiny version has a brighter yellow-orange hue.

You'll have a flamboyant fire-breather that's equal parts festive and intimidating if you evolve it all the way up to a black Shiny Party Hat Charizard.

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4) Shiny Party Hat Bulbasaur

Bulbasaur and its shiny variant (Image via The Pokemon Company)

Shiny Party Hat Bulbasaur will be available both in the wild and as an encounter reward for finishing the task of "Send a Gift with a sticker."

The reason this critter is extra special is that it introduces its evolved forms: Shiny Party Hat Ivysaur and Shiny Party Hat Venusaur, which are now available for the very first time in Pokemon GO. This is your only opportunity — for now — to obtain the entire shiny evolutionary line in costume form.

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5) Shiny Gimmighoul

Gimmighoul and its shiny variant (Image via The Pokemon Company)

Perhaps the crown jewel of the 9th Anniversary Party, Shiny Gimmighoul will appear in Pokemon GO for the first time. It will also be seen with a 9th anniversary coin during the event. This iteration not only includes a themed coin but also has a unique background specific to the event.

You can only find this Gimmighoul by finishing exclusive research missions, so be sure to keep yourself updated with event quests if you're looking to get your hands on this rare collector's item.

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