January Pokemon GO: Raids, Community Days, Events

Pokemon GO is kicking off the new year with a packed schedule of events designed to keep players engaged and rewarded. Throughout January, a variety of events such as Community Days, Spotlight Hours, Raid Days, and more will offer players the chance to level up, increase their Pokemon's CP, and even learn exclusive moves during special occasions like Community Days.

To make the most out of these events, players should come prepared with plenty of berries and Pokeballs. These events not only provide opportunities to catch rare Pokemon but also to gather more berries, items, and special Pokemon. Here's a comprehensive look at all the exciting Pokemon 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)

Pokemon 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

Spotlight Hours occur every Tuesday from 6 pm to 7 pm local time, lasting just one hour. Participating in these weekly events is a great way to hunt for Shiny Pokemon and enhance your Pokemon's strength.

Pokemon 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 are scheduled for every Wednesday from 6 pm to 7 pm local time, providing players with the chance to battle and capture the featured Pokemon at Gyms.

These are all the events planned for January in Pokemon GO, ensuring a thrilling start to the year for all trainers. Make sure to mark your calendars and prepare your gear to fully enjoy these exciting opportunities!