Pokemon GO Trainers Gear Up for Gigantamax Lapras Max Battle Day

Water Festival Event Features Special Bonuses and Research

Get ready, Trainers! Pokémon GO is hosting a special Gigantamax Lapras Max Battle Day this Saturday, July 19, 2025. The event runs from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM local time, offering a prime opportunity for players to encounter Shiny Lapras and boost their Max Battle rewards.

Event Schedule and Bonuses

The main action unfolds on Saturday, July 19, 2025, between 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM local time. Leading up to this, from July 18 at 5:00 PM PDT to July 19 at 8:00 PM PDT, the limit for Remote Raid Passes will increase to 20. On July 19, specific bonuses will be active throughout the day. From midnight to 5:00 PM local time, players will experience a 1/4 Adventuring distance for receiving Max Particles and will earn double Max Particles from exploration.

During the peak event hours, 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM local time, the Max Particle collection limit will jump to 1,600. Trainers can expect eight times the Max Particles from Power Spots, which will also refresh more frequently. Additionally, players will receive two extra Special Trades during this period.

Featured Pokémon and Max Mushroom Strategy

Gigantamax Lapras will be the star attraction, appearing in Max Battles, with a chance to encounter its rare Shiny variant. It’s important to note that Gigantamax Pokémon cannot be transferred to Pokémon HOME.

Max Mushrooms play a crucial role in enhancing performance during Max Battles, temporarily doubling damage output from Dynamax and Gigantamax Pokémon. Players can use them strategically in the battle lobby to extend their duration, though the damage multiplier itself does not stack.

Optional Ticketed Research and Rewards

For those looking for an extra boost, a premium Timed Research ticket is available for $4.99 USD. This ticket grants access to special research tasks during the event hours on July 19. Ticket holders will receive one Max Mushroom, 25,000 XP, double XP from Max Battles, and an increased Max Particle collection cap of 5,600. Tickets can be gifted to friends with a “Great Friend” status or higher and are non-refundable.

Research Tasks: Free and Premium Tracks

A free lead-up Timed Research is available from July 14 to July 19, offering rewards like a Dynamax Passimian, Passimian Candy, Max Particles, and Fast TMs. Tasks include collecting Max Particles, winning Max Battles, and powering up Pokémon.

The premium Timed Research, tied to the ticket purchase, includes tasks such as catching a Pokémon to earn a Max Mushroom, and claiming the final reward will grant a substantial 25,000 XP and 25,000 Stardust.

Community and Final Advice

To facilitate coordinated efforts, players are encouraged to use the Campfire app. This tool allows Trainers to easily find and connect with others participating in Max Battles nearby, utilizing a real-time meetup map for planning raids and battles.

Players are advised to enable Adventure Sync to maximize their walking distance for collecting Max Particles. Stacking Max Mushrooms is key for sustained combat advantages. Prioritizing Gigantamax Lapras raids offers the best chance at obtaining the coveted Shiny form. Crucially, all Timed Research rewards must be claimed before the event concludes at 5:00 PM local time on July 19.

With these preparations, Trainers can fully immerse themselves in the water-themed excitement and maximize their gains during the Gigantamax Lapras Max Battle Day.