# Pokemon GO Events This Week: Don’t Miss the Shiny Madness!
Ah, another week, another set of Pokémon GO events to either excite or overwhelm you—depending on how much free time you have and whether your phone battery can survive the chaos. This week, from **July 21 to July 27, 2025**, Niantic has once again thrown its digital hat into the ring with a lineup of events that are equal parts thrilling and eyebrow-raising. Buckle up, trainers, because Shiny Wigletts, Gigantamax Butterfree, and the mysterious Toedscool are here to grace your augmented reality world.
## What’s on the Menu This Week?
You know the drill: Niantic announces a plethora of events, and we all scramble to figure out which ones are worth our time. Here’s the breakdown for this week’s Pokémon GO shenanigans:
### **1. Toedscool Debuts!**
Yes, Pokémon GO has introduced Toedscool, the Pokémon equivalent of a jellyfish going through a midlife crisis. If you’ve ever wanted to catch something that looks like it escaped from a biology textbook, now’s your chance. Toedscool will be available in the wild and in specific research tasks.
But wait, there’s more! Shiny hunters, rejoice (or groan): the shiny version of Toedscool is also making its debut. With its slightly different coloring, it’s sure to be a hit among players who enjoy squinting at their screens to notice the difference.
### **2. Shiny Wigletts—Because Regular Wigletts Weren’t Enough**
If you thought Wiglett, the Pokémon that looks suspiciously like *something else*, couldn’t get any weirder, think again. This week, Shiny Wigletts are entering the fray. Finally, a version of Wiglett that’s *just a little shinier*—because nothing screams excitement like slightly altered pixels.
Wigletts can be found in wild spawns and through specific event-themed research tasks. Good luck catching one before your inventory inevitably fills up with hundreds of useless berries.
### **3. Gigantamax Butterfree: The Big Deal**
Let’s talk about the headline act here: Gigantamax Butterfree. It’s big, it’s sparkly, and it’s here to dominate raid battles for the week. If you’ve ever wanted a butterfly the size of a small car in your collection, now’s your chance.
Pro tip: Make sure to stock up on raid passes, because you’ll probably burn through a few of them trying to catch this bad boy. And don’t forget to bring your strongest Pokémon, because Butterfree doesn’t mess around.
## Event Bonuses and Features
As if the new Pokémon and shinies weren’t enough, this week also brings a slew of bonuses and features:
– **Double XP for catching Pokémon**: Because who doesn’t love a little extra XP to inch closer to that next level?
– **Increased spawns of event-themed Pokémon**: Translation: your screen will be flooded with Wigletts and Toedscools. Enjoy.
– **Special research tasks**: These tasks will reward you with encounters, items, and possibly even a headache as you try to complete them all within the week.
## Pros & Cons of This Week’s Events
Let’s break it down for you, because who doesn’t love a good pros and cons list?
### **Pros:**
– New Pokémon debuts (Toedscool and Gigantamax Butterfree).
– Shiny hunters have new targets: Shiny Wiglett and Shiny Toedscool.
– Bonuses like double XP make grinding a little more bearable.
### **Cons:**
– Let’s be real, your phone battery and data plan are going to suffer.
– Inventory management during events is a nightmare.
– Shiny hunting can be frustrating if your luck is anything like mine (read: abysmal).
## Should You Participate?
If you’re a hardcore Pokémon GO player, the answer is probably a resounding yes. New Pokémon, shinies, and bonuses make this week a goldmine for dedicated trainers. Casual players, on the other hand, might find the event a bit overwhelming. If you’re not into shiny hunting or raid battles, this week’s events might not be worth the effort.
## Final Thoughts
Whether you’re a die-hard Pokémon GO fan or someone who just opens the app when you’re bored, this week’s events offer something for everyone—if you’re willing to put in the time and effort. Just remember to charge your phone, stock up on raid passes, and maybe take a break from staring at your screen every now and then.
For more details on upcoming events, check out the official Pokémon GO Hub here. And if you’re looking for tips on maximizing your XP gains, don’t miss our guide to leveling up faster here.
## Call to Action
So, are you ready to dive into this week’s events? Let us know in the comments which shiny you’re hunting for or how many raid passes you’ve already burned through. Don’t forget to share this post with your fellow trainers—because misery loves company, right? Happy hunting, trainers!
