Pokémon GO enthusiasts, get ready for an exciting start to the new year with a packed schedule of events that are designed to keep you engaged and help you earn more rewards, including the chance to catch new Pokémon. These events not only offer opportunities to level up your trainer account but also to boost the CP of your Pokémon. During special occasions like Community Days, players have the unique chance to teach their Pokémon exclusive moves that are only available during these events.
The first month of the year is brimming with various events such as Spotlight Hours, Max Mondays, and Community Days, among others. Here's a comprehensive rundown of all the Pokémon GO events happening in January.
All January Raids, Community Days, and Events
Throughout these events, players can earn a bounty of berries, items, and even encounter special Pokémon. To maximize your event experience, it's wise to stock up on berries and Pokéballs beforehand. Here's a detailed look at what's on offer in January.
Community Days
- Fidough Fetch (January 3 – January 7)
- Sprigatito Community Day (January 5)
Raid Day Event
- Mega Gallade Raid Day (January 11)
Unannounced Events
- Fashion Week (January 10 – January 19)
- Fashion Week: Taken Over (January 15 – January 19)
- Shadow Raid Day (January 19)
- Steeled Resolve (January 21 – January 26)
- January Community Day Classic (January 25)
- Lunar New Year (January 29 – February 2)
Pokémon GO Spotlight Hours
- January 7: Voltorb & Hisuian Voltorb – 2x Catch Stardust
- January 14: Roselia – 2x Catch XP
- January 21: Paldean Wooper – 2x Catch Candy
- January 28: Yungoos – 2x Transfer Candy
These Spotlight Hours take place every Tuesday from 6 pm to 7 pm local time, offering a golden window to catch Shiny Pokémon or power up your current team.
Pokémon GO Raid Hours
- January 1: Giratina Altered Forme
- January 8: Palkia
- January 15: Palkia
- January 22: Deoxys Attack Forme & Deoxys Defense Forme
- January 29: Dialga
- February 5: Dialga
Raid Hours occur on Wednesdays from 6 pm to 7 pm local time, giving players the chance to battle and catch the featured Pokémon at Gyms. This wraps up the exciting lineup of events for January in Pokémon GO. Make sure to mark your calendars and prepare for a thrilling month ahead!
