Pokémon Go July 2025: Full Max Monday and Max Battle Schedule Revealed – Shiny Hunts, Special Events & More!

Ready for a new month of Dynamax action? July 2025 in Pokémon Go brings a fresh schedule for both Max Monday and Max Battle events, perfect for anyone hunting for shiny Pokémon or looking to boost their Dynamax squad. If you’re keen to catch ‘em all and stay ahead in the Max Raids, check out the full breakdown below!
- Max Monday spotlight Pokémon for July 2025
- Full Max Battle schedule with dates and featured Pokémon
- Special Max Battle events: Gigantamax Day & Max Battle Weekend
- Info on shiny Pokémon availability
Pokémon Go Max Monday – July 2025
Max Mondays are back, and if you love the thrill of Raid Hours, this event is for you. Every Monday in July, from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. local time, a specific Pokémon will appear more frequently in power spots. Here’s the lineup:
- July 7: Gastly* (shiny available)
- July 14: Wailmer* (shiny available)
- July 21: Darumaka* (shiny available)
- July 28: Kabuto* (shiny available)
*Shiny forms will be available for these Pokémon, so keep your eyes peeled!
Max Battle Pokémon Lineup for July 2025
If you’re building your Dynamax collection, here’s when you’ll want to jump into Max Battles this month:
- June 30 – July 6: Shuckle* (shiny available)
- July 7 – 13: Gastly* (shiny available)
- July 14 – 20: Wailmer
- July 21 – 27: Darumaka* (shiny available)
- July 28 – August 3: Kabuto* (shiny available)
Note: This month’s official announcement from Niantic was a bit light on details, so these may not be the only Dynamax Pokémon you’ll encounter. It’s worth keeping an eye out for surprises!
Special Max Battle Events in July
July isn’t just about the regular schedule—there are a couple of special events worth noting:
- July 19: Gigantamax Max Battle Day
- July 26 – 27: Max Battle Weekend
Niantic hasn’t revealed which Pokémon will be featured during these special days, but you can be sure they’ll be Max Battle-related. Stay tuned for updates!
Getting Started with Max Battles
If you’re new to Max Battles, remember: only Dynamax Pokémon can participate in Max Raids. Don’t worry if you’re just starting out—there’s a “To the Max!” Special Research that will set you up with a Dynamax Wooloo to kick things off.
Other July Pokémon Go Events
Wondering what else is happening in Pokémon Go this month? Check out the Spotlight Hour schedule or the raid schedule for even more ways to fill your Pokédex and power up your team!
With so much going on, July is shaping up to be an exciting month for all Pokémon Go trainers. Whether you’re after shinies, Dynamax forms, or just love the thrill of the hunt, don’t miss out on these events!