Pokémon Go’s Weekly Highlight features temporary boosts where specific creatures dominate wild encounters while players gain enhanced rewards like accelerated experience gains. These limited-time occurrences increase spawn rates for selected species across one-hour windows, creating prime hunting opportunities while bonus multipliers activate for various gameplay actions.
Below you’ll discover September 2025’s event calendar, featuring creature appearances and temporal advantages. Strategic preparation tips follow to maximize your hourly sessions.
Upcoming Creature Spotlight Schedule
| Tuesday, 30th September | 6pm – 7pm local time | Aron | Double Transfer Candy |
| Tuesday, 23rd September | 6pm – 7pm local time | Hoothoot | Double Catch Candy |
| Tuesday, 16th September | 6pm – 7pm local time | Gothita | Double Catch XP |
| Tuesday, 9th September | 6pm – 7pm local time | Trubbish | Double Catch Stardust |
| Tuesday, 2nd September | 6pm – 7pm local time | Pidgey | Double Evolution XP |
| Spotlight Hour date | Spotlight Hour time | Spotlight Pokémon | Spotlight Bonus |
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Optimizing Your Event Participation
Effective preparation for these brief windows involves three key considerations. First, stockpile essential supplies like capture devices and storage space to minimize interruptions. Maintaining available creature slots prevents forced transfers during critical moments, unless doubled resource bonuses align with your strategy.
Second, utilize attraction modifiers like Incense or Lure Modules to amplify spawn frequencies. These tools function differently: Incense favors mobile playstyles, while Lures benefit stationary positions near PokéStops. Third, synchronize event bonuses with supplementary enhancements like Lucky Eggs or Star Pieces for amplified rewards.
Consider pairing sessions with specialty items like Mystery Boxes or Coin Bags when Candy bonuses activate. Activating type-specific Mega Evolutions can further elevate resource gains. Remember to assess both featured species and active bonuses to optimize each hour’s potential.