Pokémon GO's New Year's Celebration: Get Ready for Festive Fun!

Pokémon GO is celebrating the New Year with its annual festive event, running from December 30th to January 1st, 2025. This exciting event offers themed bonuses, special Pokémon encounters, and a variety of ways to ring in the new year in style. Following the Community Day event (December 21st-22nd), prepare for a week of New Year's festivities!

A key highlight is the chance to earn a whopping 2,025 XP for each Pokémon caught with an Excellent Throw. Immerse yourself in the celebratory atmosphere with festive fireworks and decorations throughout the game world.

Expect increased appearances of festive Pokémon! Keep an eye out for Jigglypuff (with a ribbon), Hoothoot (in a New Year's outfit), and Wurmple (sporting a party hat). Shiny versions of these Pokémon might even make an appearance!

Raids are also getting a festive makeover. One-star raids feature a snowflake-hat-wearing Pikachu, while three-star raids will challenge you with party-hat-adorned Raticate and Wobbuffet. All three have boosted Shiny rates during the event.

For quest enthusiasts, complete Field Research and Timed Research tasks for extra encounters. A paid Timed Research ($2) offers exclusive rewards: three Premium Battle Passes, three Lucky Eggs, 2,025 Stardust, and encounters with event Pokémon.

Don't forget the Ultra Holiday Box ($4.99) in the Pokémon GO Web Store, which includes a Pokémon Storage upgrade, an Item Bag upgrade, and 17 Rare Candies. And remember to redeem those Pokémon Go codes for additional free rewards!