January Pokemon GO: Raids, Community Days, Events

In Pokémon GO, the excitement never stops, especially with the diverse array of events scheduled throughout the month to keep players engaged and rewarded. These events not only offer opportunities to level up and boost your Pokémon's CP but also introduce chances to learn exclusive moves during special occasions like Community Days.

As we kick off the new year, January is packed with thrilling events ranging from Spotlight Hours and Max Mondays to Community Days and more. Here's a comprehensive guide to all the Pokémon GO events happening this month.

All January Raids, Community Days, and Events

During these events, players have the chance to earn a plethora of berries, items, and even encounter special Pokémon. To maximize your event experience, it's crucial to stock up on berries and Poké Balls in advance. Here's a detailed rundown of what to expect 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 occur every Tuesday from 6 pm to 7 pm local time, lasting just an hour. Make sure to participate weekly to hunt for Shiny Pokémon or to strengthen your existing ones.

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 are scheduled every Wednesday from 6 pm to 7 pm local time. During these hours, players can engage in Raid Battles at Gyms, with the chance to catch the featured Pokémon. These are all the exciting events lined up for January in Pokémon GO.