Pokemon GO Spotlight Hour schedule (September 2025)

Pokemon GO Spotlight Hour February 2025 schedule (Image via Niantic || TPC)
Pokemon GO Spotlight Hour September 2025 schedule (Image via Niantic || TPC)

The Pokemon GO Spotlight Hour schedule for September 2025 is now out. This month, players will encounter Pidgey, Gothita, and more during these events, with the pocket monsters spawning at a boosted rate.

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Spotlight Hour is a weekly event that provides trainers with an hour of boosted pocket monster spawns and extra bonuses. The featured Pokemon are usually rare critters that are not easily available in-game during normal times.

We have gathered everything you need to know about the September 2025 Pokemon GO Spotlight Hour schedule.

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When is the next Pokemon GO Spotlight Hour? Featured Pokemon, event bonuses, and more

Pidgey Spotlight Hour (Image via TPC)
Pidgey Spotlight Hour (Image via TPC)

The next Pokemon GO Spotlight Hour event is set for September 2, 2025, from 6 pm local time to 7 pm local time. Pidgey is the featured Pokemon and will enjoy an increased spawn rate in the wild for the duration. The event bonus for this Spotlight Hour is 2x Evolution XP.

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Pokemon GO Spotlight Hour September 2025 schedule

Check out the table below to learn more about the September 2025 Pokemon GO Spotlight Hour schedule, featured Pokemon, event bonuses, shiny availability, and more. It was revealed as part of the Pokemon GO September 2025 infographic.

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Spotlight Hour DateSpotlight Hour TimeSpotlight Hour PokemonSpotlight Hour bonus
Is Shiny available?
September 26 pm to 7 pmPidgey2x Evolution XPYes
September 96 pm to 7 pmTrubbish2x Catch StardustYes
September 166 pm to 7 pmGothita2x Catch XPYes
September 236 pm to 7 pmHoothoot2x Catch CandyYes
September 306 pm to 7 pmAron2x Transfer CandyYes
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Pokemon GO Pidgey Spotlight Hour preparation guide

While Spotlight Hour events are weekly appearances, trainers should ideally prepare for them beforehand to ensure they make the most of them.

  • Keep enough amount of Poke Balls handy so that you don't run out of them during the Spotlight Hour and can catch multiple pocket monsters at peace.
  • Running out of Storage Space during the Spotlight Hour can quickly become a headache. It's best to ensure there are enough spots to catch several of the featured Pokemon.
  • In-game resources like Lucky Eggs (temporarily boosts XP earned), Star Pieces (temporarily boosts Stardust earned), and Incense (temporarily boosts wild spawn rate) can significantly improve your returns from participating in the event.
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FAQs on Pokemon GO Spotlight Hour

What time is Spotlight Hour in Pokemon GO?

The Spotlight Hour in Pokemon GO takes place weekly on Tuesdays from 6 pm to 7 pm local time.

What is the Spotlight Hour bonus?

The Spotlight Hour bonus changes from week to week. Common incentives include 2x Transfer Candy, 2x Catch XP, 2x Evolve XP, etc.

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Edited by Anirudh Padmanabhan
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