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Raid battles are the ultimate test of Pokémon Go as they pit you against the most elite Pokémon out there. To make it even more challenging, the lineup continuously adjusts over time, changing your team with it. So, to keep up to date, here’s the July 2024 Pokémon Go Raid schedule.
Pokémon Go current and upcoming Raid bosses (July 2024)
According to Niantic’s July Content Update, you can expect the following Raid schedule in Pokémon Go (all durations are set for local time):
One Star Raids
| Hisuian Growlithe | July 17 at 10 a.m. to July 22 at 8 p.m. |
| Alolan Grimer | July 17 at 10 a.m. to July 22 at 8 p.m. |
| Unown B | July 17 at 10 a.m. to July 22 at 8 p.m. |
| Unown T | July 17 at 10 a.m. to July 22 at 8 p.m. |
| Skarmory | July 25 at 10 a.m. to July 30 at 8 p.m. |
| Klink | July 25 at 10 a.m. to July 30 at 8 p.m. |
| Pawniard | July 25 at 10 a.m. to July 30 at 8 p.m. |
| Togedemaru | July 25 at 10 a.m. to July 30 at 8 p.m. |
Three Star Raids
| Hisuian Typhlosion | July 17 at 10 a.m. to July 22 at 8 p.m. |
| Hisuian Samurott | July 17 at 10 a.m. to July 22 at 8 p.m. |
| Hisuian Decideueye | July 17 at 10 a.m. to July 22 at 8 p.m. |
| Steelix | July 25 at 10 a.m. to July 30 at 8 p.m. |
| Scizor | July 25 at 10 a.m. to July 30 at 8 p.m. |
| Mawile | July 25 at 10 a.m. to July 30 at 8 p.m. |
| Aggron | July 25 at 10 a.m. to July 30 at 8 p.m. |
Shadow Raid
| Shadow Entei | Weekends in July |
Mega Raids
| Mega Swampert | July 8 at 10 a.m. to July 23 at 10 a.m. |
| Mega Aggron | July 23 at 10 a.m. to August 3 at 10 a.m. |
Ultra Beast Raids
| Nihilego | July 13 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. |
| Buzzwole (Globally) | July 13 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. |
| Pheromosa (Globally) | July 13 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. |
| Xurkitree (Globally) | July 13 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. |
| Celesteela (Globally) | July 13 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. |
| Kartana (Globally) | July 13 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. |
| Guzzlord | July 13 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. |
| Necrozma | July 13 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. |
| Stakataka (Globally) | July 13 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. |
| Blacephalon (Globally) | July 13 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. |
| Dusk Mane Necrozma | July 14 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. |
| Dawn Wings Necrozma | July 14 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. |
5 Star Raids
| Guzzlord | July 8 at 10 a.m. to July 9 at 10 a.m. |
| Nihilego | July 9 at 10 a.m. to July 10 at 10 a.m. |
| Celesteela (Southern Hemisphere) | July 10 at 10 a.m. to July 11 at 10 a.m. |
| Kartana (Nothern Hemisphere) | July 10 at 10 a.m. to July 11 at 10 a.m. |
| Stakataka (Eastern Hemisphere) | July 11 at 10 a.m. to July 12 at 10 a.m. |
| Blacephalon (Western Hemisphere) | July 11 at 10 a.m. to July 12 at 10 a.m. |
| Buzzwole (The Americas and Greenland) | July 12 at 10 a.m. to July 15 at 10 a.m. |
| Pheromosa (Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and India) | July 12 at 10 a.m. to July 15 at 10 a.m. |
| Xurkitree (Asia-Pacific) | July 12 at 10 a.m. to July 15 at 10 a.m. |
| Articuno | July 15 at 10 a.m. to July 23 at 10 a.m. |
| Tornadus (Incarnate Forms) | July 23 at 10 a.m. to Aug. 3 at 10 a.m. |
Raid Hours
| Ho-Oh | July 3 |
| Guzzlord | July 8 |
| Nihilego | July 9 |
| Celesteela (Southern Hemisphere) | July 10 |
| Kartana (Northern Hemisphere) | July 10 |
| Stakataka (Eastern Hemisphere) | July 11 |
| Blacephalon (Western Hemisphere) | July 11 |
| Buzzwole (The Americas and Greenland) | July 12 |
| Pheromosa (Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and India) | July 12 |
| Xurkitree (Asia-Pacific) | July 12 |
| Articuno | July 17 |
| Tornadus (Incarnate Forme) | July 24 and July 31 |
If you’re just starting out in Pokémon Go, it’s best to begin with the lower-tier Raids if they are available. It is also possible to encounter Shiny variants, which will include creatures like Buzzwole, Xurkitree, and Pheromosa. However, Stakataka and Blacephalon are the only ones that do not have Shiny forms.
You’ll typically need a team to last longer in the Raids, especially for the more formidable fights. On the other hand, trainers do have the choice to try out solo in the One to Three Star ranks. But, once you get to higher tiers, such as Five Stars and Mega, you should opt in for a group.
Image via NianticSome Raid Pokémon are exclusive to specific regions, including the Ultra Beasts Blacephalon and Stakataka. Thus, the battles for these particular creatures depend on your current location (as long as an Ultra Beast raid is active.) Remote Raid Passes are available for those who want to access these unique types anywhere in the world.
In addition to Raids, you can look forward to a few other events that will bring out even more Pokémon in the wilds:
All Pokémon Go July 2024 events
- Aquatic Paradise [July 6 at 10 a.m. to July 9 at 8 p.m.]
- Inbound from Ultra Space [July 8 at 10 a.m. to July 13 at 10 a.m.]
- Pokémon Go Fest 2024: Global [July 13 at 10 a.m. to July 14 at 10 a.m.]
- Ultra Unlock Part 1: Better Together [July 17 at 10 a.m. to July 22 at 8 p.m.]
- July Community Day [July 21 from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.]
- Ultra Unlock Part 2: Strength of Steek [July 25 at 10 a.m. to July 30 at 8 p.m.]
- Ultra Unlock Part 3: Mega Raid Day [July 27 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.]
Niantic has already given us the inside scoop on most events, starting with the Aquatic Paradise. Water-type Pokémon will be the main focus here, including Horsea, Staryu, and Clamperl. Most of the Raid schedule also covers the Inbound from Ultra Space event, where you can encounter the elite Ultra Beasts.
As for the Pokémon Go Fest, tickets are still available for purchase to get you ready for its global launch. It’s perfect for those who don’t live in the selected areas for the event, giving trainers the chance to play from anywhere.
Other events, like the July Community Day, are much more time-restrictive, so you will need to tune in before the day concludes. You can also look forward to bonuses while it’s active, from an increased Stardust intake to longer Lure Module durations.
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