Pokémon Concierge is a popular show on Netflix that follows the adventures of the protagonist Haru and her Psyduck at the Pokémon Resort on a tropical island. To celebrate the launch of new episodes in September, Pokémon GO players can take part in a fun event from September 9, 2025, to September 14, 2025.
This event features the debut of a costumed Psyduck with a swim ring, along with some valuable raid Pokémon! This guide lists all the bonuses, research, and raid Pokémon you can encounter during the Pokémon Concierge event in Pokémon GO.
Event Details
Date & Time
Pokémon Concierge Celebration event runs from Tuesday, September 9, at 10:00 a.m. to Sunday, September 14, 2025, at 8:00 p.m. local time
Event Bonuses
The following bonuses are active during the Pokémon Concierge Celebration event:
Psyduck with a swim ring debuts in Pokémon GO!
Increased chance to get shiny Psyduck with a swim ring.
Trainers will get 2x Candy for catching Pokémon throughout the event.
Your Buddy will bring you items more often.
Psyduck with a swim ring
Psyduck wearing a swim ring will be available in Pokémon GO! If you’re lucky, you may encounter a Shiny one! This costumed Psyduck will be available in the wild throughout the event. You can even get a Special Background with your Swim Psyduck!
Psyduck
With a swim ring
Surprise Encounters
You might have a surprise encounter with Pokémon and characters seen in Pokémon Concierge when you take a snapshot during the event!
Raids
1-Star Raids
3-Star Raids
Related raid guides: Dragonite Raid Guide, Arcanine Raid Guide, Luxray Raid Guide
Wild Encounters
The following Pokémon are appearing more frequently in the wild:
Field Research
| Task | Reward |
|---|---|
| Catch 10 Pokémon | |
| Take 3 snapshots of wild Pokémon | |
| Win a Raid |
Timed Research
Pool Party Free Timed Research
| Task | Rewards |
|---|---|
| Take a snapshot of a wild Pokémon |
15×
Poké Ball
|
| Catch 10 Pokémon |
Mudkip
|
| Take 5 snapshots of wild Pokémon |
10×
Great Ball
|
| Catch 15 Pokémon |
Panpour
|
| Take 10 snapshots of wild Pokémon |
10×
Razz Berry
|
| Catch 20 Pokémon |
Pansage
|
| Take 20 snapshots of wild Pokémon |
10×
Pinap Berry
|
| Catch 25 Pokémon |
Pansear
|
| Take 35 snapshots of wild Pokémon |
Psyduck
With a swim ring
|
| Catch 35 Pokémon |
Psyduck
With a swim ring
|
Rewards
-
3000×
Stardust
-
Psyduck
With a swim ring
The final Psyduck encounter has a Special Background!
Please note that Timed Research expires. The tasks associated with this Timed Research must be completed and their rewards must be claimed before Sunday, September 14, 2025, at 8:00 p.m. local time.
Beachside Premium Paid Timed Research
For US$4.99 (or the equivalent pricing tier in your local currency), you can access event-exclusive Timed Research.
| Task | Rewards |
|---|---|
| Take a snapshot of a wild Pokémon |
Psyduck
With a swim ring
|
| Catch 5 Pokémon |
15×
Razz Berry
|
| Take a snapshot of your Buddy |
Psyduck
With a swim ring
|
| Catch 10 Pokémon |
10×
Pinap Berry
|
| Play with your Buddy |
Psyduck
With a swim ring
|
| Catch 15 Pokémon |
10×
Golden Razz Berry
|
| Feed your Buddy |
Psyduck
With a swim ring
|
| Catch 20 Pokémon |
15×
Great Ball
|
Rewards
-
3000×
Stardust
Stretch Pose
Please note that Timed Research expires. The tasks associated with this Timed Research must be completed and their rewards must be claimed before Sunday, September 14, 2025, at 8:00 p.m. local time.
Shop
Avatar Items
Pokémon Concierge Haru’s Aloha Shirt will be available for free in the in-game shop during the event and will continue to be available after the event ends.
Stickers
You’ll be able to get themed stickers by spinning PokéStops and opening Gifts, and purchasing them from the in-game shop.
Special Boxes
For US$4.99 (or the equivalent pricing tier in your local currency), the Celebration Event Ultra Ticket Box will feature an event ticket and 10 Ultra Balls.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What are the dates for the Pokémon Concierge Celebration event in Pokémon GO?
The event runs from September 9 at 10:00 a.m. local time to September 14 at 8:00 p.m. local time.
Which Pokémon have a shiny boost during the Pokémon Concierge Celebration event?
Psyduck wearing a swim ring! That’s right, the brand new costume Psyduck has a boosted shiny rate during the event.
How can I find Swim Ring Psyduck during the event?
During the event rotating you can encounter Swim Ring Psyduck in various ways. Firstly in can be found as a wild spawn, it can also be encountered through the paid timed research, as well as being the final reward in the free timed research. It can also be encountered from two field research tasks: Win a Raid, and Take 3 Snapshots of Wild Pokémon.
It is random whether or not it will have a special background.
