Pokémon GO enthusiasts are in for a treat this January with a packed schedule of events designed to keep the community engaged and rewarded. From special raids to Community Days, players have numerous opportunities to level up, boost their Pokémon's CP, and even learn exclusive moves during events like Community Days.
As we kick off the new year, players can look forward to a variety of events including Spotlight Hours, Max Mondays, and more. To maximize your experience, it's wise to stock up on berries and Pokéballs beforehand. Here's a comprehensive guide to the exciting Pokémon GO events happening this 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 occur every Tuesday from 6 pm to 7 pm local time, providing a one-hour window for players to catch Shiny Pokémon or enhance their Pokémon's strength.
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 take place every Wednesday from 6 pm to 7 pm local time, giving players the chance to battle and capture the featured Pokémon at Gyms.
These are all the events scheduled for Pokémon GO in January. Make sure to participate and take advantage of these opportunities to enrich your Pokémon GO experience!