Pokémon GO consistently hosts monthly events to maintain player engagement by offering increased rewards and opportunities to obtain new Pokémon. These events are excellent for gaining experience levels and enhancing Pokémon Combat Power. Special occasions like Community Days even unlock exclusive moves that can only be acquired during the event period.

This month brings a fresh lineup of activities for the new year, including Spotlight Hours, Max Mondays, and Community Days. Below is a detailed overview of all Pokémon GO events scheduled for January.

All January Raids, Community Days, and Events

By participating in these events, players can collect extra berries, valuable items, and unique Pokémon. It is recommended to stock up on berries and Poké Balls beforehand to maximize rewards and improve your overall experience. Here’s a complete look at January's event calendar.

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 – 2× Catch Stardust
• January 14: Roselia – 2× Catch XP
• January 21: Paldean Wooper – 2× Catch Candy
• January 28: Yungoos – 2× Transfer Candy

These weekly events run every Tuesday from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM local time. Players are encouraged to join each Spotlight Hour to discover Shiny Pokémon and strengthen their collection.

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 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM local time. During this hour, players can join Raid Battles at Gyms to battle and capture featured Pokémon. This completes the full event listing for January in Pokémon GO.