Pokemon Go Verizon Partnership Adds New Sponsored Gyms, PokeStops, Legendary Raids, Free Bonus Items and More

Trainers, for the 5th anniversary of Pokemon Go, Verizon is celebrating the Trainers for the next five weeks with special events, limited-edition giveaways, Legendary Raids, and an exclusive bundle.

In celebration of Pokemon Go’s 5th anniversary, thousands of Verizon stores are now PokeStops and Gyms, and players across the U.S can visit these stores to unlock exclusive in-game content, participate in special events, battle and catch Legendary Pokemon and get an exclusive bundle of 2x Premium Raid Passes, 1x Lucky Egg, 1x Incense and 20x PokeBalls.

For the 5-year anniversary of @PokemonGoApp, we’re celebrating the Trainers for the next five weeks.

Time to gear up.#WayToGO #TogetherWeRaid #PokemonGO pic.twitter.com/XElT7hOD0L

— Verizon (@Verizon) June 29, 2021

In celebration of @PokemonGoApp’s 5th anniversary, Gyms will begin popping up at select @verizon stores! Visit participating stores, talk to a retail rep & scan a QR code to unlock bonus items & gain access to special raids featuring Legendary Pokémon! https://t.co/CRInj1U3o4

— Inside Verizon (@InsideVerizon) June 29, 2021

Here is an overview of the event, thanks to Verizon:

• Thousands of Verizon stores are being turned into PokéStops and Gyms
• Trainers are invited to visit Verizon stores for chance to catch legendary Pokémon
• Visitors get access to exclusive in-game bundles of items

As Pokémon GO swiftly approaches its fifth anniversary, Verizon Wireless is opening its doors to Pokémon GO Trainers like never before — and we mean that in the best and most literal sense possible.

Starting today, players of the highly popular game Pokémon GO can visit one of thousands of Verizon stores across the U.S. to unlock exclusive in-game content and get access to special events, including limited-edition giveaways and scheduled raids for a chance to catch legendary Pokémon¹. We’re also giving Trainers who visit our stores an exclusive bundle of 2x Premium Raid Passes, 1x Lucky Egg, 1x Incense and 20x Poké Balls.

Here’s how Pokémon GO trainers can get in on the action.

1. Visit a nearby Verizon retail location (tip: you can check within the Pokémon GO app to see if it’s a Gym or PokéStop)
2. Speak with a Verizon rep to learn where to scan
3. Scan a QR code with your phone’s camera and follow on-screen instructions
4. Register and get the bundle²

Trainers do not need to be a Verizon customer to participate. All Pokémon GO fans are encouraged to simply visit a participating Verizon store today. More information on raids will be shared ahead of the following dates:

• July 4, 2021
• July 11, 2021
• July 25, 2021
• July 31, 2021
• August 4, 2021

Visit a nearby Verizon retail location and remember to use the Pokémon GO app to see if it’s a Pokémon Gym or a PokéStop and get in on the fun.

While supplies last. Only one code per user can be redeemed. Lost or stolen codes will not be reissued under any circumstances. Requires a user account within the Pokemon GO app. Must be 18 years or older to participate.