Pokémon Go's Unova event: Ideal prep for this year's tour

• Road to Unova runs from February 24th to March 1st
• Enjoy the free Tour Pass to earn Tour Points and unlock exclusive rewards
• Shiny Meloetta makes its debut in Pokémon GO during the event

The excitement is building as Pokémon GO Tour: Unova approaches, with the global event set for March 1st and 2nd. Celebrating the rich world of the Unova region, this major event brings a wave of new content, encounters, and challenges. But before the main festivities begin, trainers can jump into the action early with the Road to Unova event, running from February 24th to March 1st—your perfect chance to prepare and earn valuable rewards ahead of the big weekend.

This pre-event experience isn’t new—following the success of previous tours, the Road to Unova offers trainers a chance to dive in early. From February 24th through March 1st, you’ll have plenty of time to complete special tasks, battle in raids, and explore the wild to rack up points and collect bonuses.

All players will automatically receive a free Tour Pass, granting access to a progression track filled with achievable goals. Complete tasks, gather Tour Points, and unlock themed rewards as you advance. For those looking to enhance their journey, the optional Tour Pass Deluxe offers upgraded rewards, including a special encounter with the Mythical Pokémon Victini.

Shiny hunters, rejoice—Shiny Meloetta will make its long-awaited debut in Pokémon GO through a Masterwork Research ticket available for $4.99. This special research is non-expiring, so you can complete it at your own pace. Additional ticket tiers are also available, offering event-exclusive perks such as hatch-themed or raid-themed bonuses, along with unique avatar items.

Here’s a list of active Pokémon Go codes to help you score some free rewards!

During the Road to Unova, keep an eye out for Unova starters like Snivy, Tepig, and Oshawott appearing in the wild—with rare sightings of their evolved forms. Raids will spotlight powerful Pokémon such as Genesect (with its various Drives), Cobalion, Terrakion, and Virizion. Each five-star raid victory grants a chance to catch featured Pokémon adorned with Special Backgrounds inspired by Pokémon Black and White.

Get ready for the adventure—download Pokémon GO for free today and visit the Pokémon GO Web Store to stock up on items in advance.