Instrumental Wonders Pokémon GO Event (June 2025)

During Pokémon GO Fest: Jersey City, a global, free-to-play, event called Instrumental Wonders will take place. Instrumental Wonders brings an increased chance to encounter Shiny Ferroseed and Shiny Falinks, but also the debut of Gigantamax Cinderace!

Instrumental Wonders

Date and Time

Bonuses

The following bonuses will be active from Saturday, June 7, at 10:00 a.m. to Wednesday, June 11, at 8:00 p.m. local time:

Trainers with an Instrumental Wonders ticket will also receive the following bonus for the duration of the event:

Gigantamax Cinderace Debut

The following Pokémon will make its Pokémon GO debut in six-star Max Battles:

Gigantamax Cinderace

We look forward to defeating Gigantamax Cinderace in combat! Read our Gigantamax Cinderace Max Battle Guide guide for a full lists of counters.

Wild Pokémon Spawns

The following Pokémon will appear more frequently in the wild:

And if you’re lucky, you may encounter:

Raid Battles

One-Star Raids

The following Pokémon will appear in one-star raids:

Three-Star Raids

The following Pokémon will appear in three-star raids:

Related raid guides: Galarian Stunfisk / Falinks

Pokémon to Hunt

Good for Raids

• Metagross is a long running top-tier Psychic and Steel type, never a bad idea to get more Beldum candy. Available in 1-Star Raids and Wild Encounters.

Good for PvP

• Galarian Stunfisk is a staple Pokémon in Trainer Battles, well worth farming Candy. Candy XL not required. Available in 3-Star Raids and Wild Encounters.
• Hoppip’s evolution Jumpluff, especially in Shadow form, is an incredible Pokémon for GL. Worth farming Candy and Candy XL, although you can get by with no Candy XL. Available in Wild Encounters.
• Golruk also a strong contender for GL and UL, and requires no Candy XL. Available in Wild Encounters.

Collection Challenges

Complete event-themed Collection Challenges to receive reward encounters and more!

Instrumental Wonders Collection Challenge 1

Rewards:

Instrumental Wonders Collection Challenge 2

Rewards:

Instrumental Wonders Collection Challenge 3

Rewards:

Field Research

Instrumental Wonders Field research tasks tasks are available. Complete Field Research tasks to earn encounters with event-themed Pokémon.

Paid Timed Research

Timed Research will also be available for US$1.99 (or the equivalent pricing tier in your local currency). This Timed Research will feature tasks focused on exploration and catching Pokémon.

Instrumental Wonders Premium Timed Research (1/2)

Task	Reward
Catch 10 Pokémon	Ferroseed
Use 5 Berries to help catch Pokémon	Ferroseed
Transfer 5 Pokémon	Ferroseed
Catch 20 Pokémon	Ferroseed
Use 10 Berries to help catch Pokémon	Ferroseed
Transfer 10 Pokémon	Ferroseed
Spin 3 PokéStops or Gyms	Ferroseed

Rewards

Instrumental Wonders Premium Timed Research (2/2)

Task	Reward
Catch 10 Pokémon	Falinks
Use 5 Berries to help catch Pokémon	Falinks
Transfer 5 Pokémon	Falinks
Catch 20 Pokémon	Falinks
Use 10 Berries to help catch Pokémon	Falinks
Transfer 10 Pokémon	Falinks
Win a raid	Falinks

Rewards

Please note that Timed Research expires. The tasks associated with this Timed Research must be completed and their rewards must be claimed before Wednesday, June 11, 2025, at 8:00 p.m. local time

Web Store Ticket Box

The Instrumental Wonders Ultra Ticket Box is available on the Pokémon GO Web Store for US$1.99 (or the equivalent pricing tier in your local currency) starting June 4, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. PDT. It includes an event ticket plus five Ultra Balls at no additional cost.

Ready for the challenge? Prepare your teams, grab your free event ticket, and don’t miss Gigantamax Cinderace’s debut in Max Battles!

FAQs about Instrumental Wonders

Can I get Shiny Falinks during Instrumental Wonders?

Yes, Shiny Falinks is available in the Wild, 3-Star Raids, Field Research, and Premium Timed Research.

Can I get Shiny Ferroseed during Instrumental Wonders?

Yes, Shiny Falinks is available in the Wild, 1-Star Raids, Field Research, and Premium Timed Research.

When does Gigantamax Cinderace debut?

Gigantamax Cinderace appears in Max Battles starting June 7, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. local time.

What are Max Particles used for?

Max Particles are used in Max Battles to trigger Gigantamax transformations. This event raises the limit and boosts drop rates from Power Spots.