How to get Shiny Celebi in Pokémon Go

While most Shinies aren’t always guaranteed, there’s at least one proven method to get the exclusive Shiny Celebi. This method is a bit tricky and comes with a time crunch. To better prepare you for this task, we’re here to guide you on how to get a Shiny Celebi in Pokémon Go.

Where to find Shiny Celebi in Pokémon Go

You can get a Shiny Celebi in Pokémon Go by participating in Masterwork or Special Research. These events are a surefire method of encountering the critter, with a guaranteed spawn as a reward.

For example, completing the Whispers in the Woods challenge results in a Shiny Celebi. However, this is where the time restriction comes in, where it only lasts from June 28 to July 3, 2024. You’ll also need to purchase a ticket for the Masterwork Research for $5. Fortunately, once you’ve opened this research before the deadline, you can take your time completing the task since there is no time limit.

After you purchase a ticket in the in-game Shop, it can be found in your Item bag via the Passes section. Use it while the event is active to trigger a new lineup of tasks. Complete these objectives gradually to unlock the Shiny Celebi in Pokémon Go. The quests shouldn’t be too challenging to achieve, typically requiring you to catch a certain number of Pokémon or defeat Team Go Rocket members.

Other than Masterwork, some Special Research can involve a Shiny Celebi. We’ve seen this in the past with the Distracted by Something Shiny event. This option is free to play, but it all depends on when Niantic hosts another one again.

Keep in mind that a Shiny Celebi cannot be caught in the wild. So, you’ll need to rely on these special events to get them.