All Research Tasks & Collection Challenges in Pokémon GO Water Festival 2025

The Pokémon GO Water Festival 2025 is making a splash from July 15 (10 AM) to July 20 (8 PM), and it’s packed with chill vibes, limited-time research, shiny spawns, and the star of the show: Scarf Lapras.

Whether you're in for the XP, the Stardust, or just flexing rare Pokémon, here’s your ultimate cheat sheet for all the Research Tasks and Collection Challenges.

All Field Research Tasks in Pokémon GO Water Festival 2025

Field Research is short, sweet, and super rewarding this time. Catching Water-types and completing basic tasks will land you tons of shiny opportunities, Mega Energy, and another shot at Scarf Lapras.

Timed Research in Pokémon GO Water Festival 2025

This one’s a paid track ($4.99), but if you’re farming Lapras or exclusive rewards, it’s worth a look.

The tasks are all water-themed, and the final rewards are icy cool.

Step 1 Scoop Up Tasks

Final Rewards:

The “Send a Gift” task currently asks for 3 gifts, but it might get patched.

All Collection Challenges in Pokémon GO Water Festival 2025

There are three Collection Challenges this year. Each one gets you guaranteed XP, Stardust, and Scarf Lapras.

Fishin’ Mission

Catch: Magikarp, Barboach, Finneon, GyaradosRewards:

She Sells Seashells

Catch: Staryu, Krabby, Clamperl, KinglerRewards:

Just Keep Swimming

Catch: Slowpoke, Marill, Buizel, AzumarillRewards:

Whether you’re after the shiny crown jewels or farming Stardust like a maniac, this year’s Water Festival is a must-play. With Research stacked, Collection Challenges loaded, and Scarf Lapras lurking at every corner, don’t miss your chance to ride the wave.