The Halloween-themed Harvest Festival is here in Pokemon GO, running from October 12 to October 17, 2023. Get ready for a spooktacular time!

Spooky Season in Pokemon GO

The Harvest Festival introduces a set of new Pocket Monsters for trainers to catch and collect. Let's take a look at some standout creatures you should aim to capture.

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Pumpkaboo, originally introduced at the 2023 Pokemon GO Fest, is now available globally during the Harvest Festival. Increase your chances of finding a Shiny Pumpkaboo with Mossy Lure Modules.

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Meet Arboliva, a new Grass- and Normal-type Pokémon. While it might not dominate the Grass-type metagame, its unique type combination makes it a valuable addition to your PvP roster.

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Seek out the rare Shiny Female Combee. With the right stats and evolution into Vespiqueen, it can be a strong contender in the Pokémon GO Battle League.

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Flabebe comes in various colors, but during the Harvest Festival, look out for the red, blue, and yellow variants. Each region will have its exclusive variant.

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Shiny Cottonee is a rare encounter during the event. Keep an eye out for this Pokémon, as its evolution, Whimsicott, is a formidable addition to your collection for PvP battles.

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As the Harvest Festival unfolds, embark on a thrilling journey to capture these unique Pokémon. Make the most of this event, and enjoy the Halloween season in Pokémon GO!

Catch 'Em All in the Harvest Festival