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January 2023 Pokemon GO: Raids, Community Days, Events

Author:Kristen Update:Apr 20,2025

Pokemon GO keeps its player base buzzing with a variety of exciting events every month, ensuring there's always something fresh to look forward to. These events not only keep the gameplay engaging but also offer players the chance to earn more rewards, level up their characters, and boost their Pokemon's CP. Special events like Community Days are particularly exciting as they introduce exclusive moves that Pokemon can learn, adding a unique twist to the game.

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

All January Raids, Community Days, and Events

Pokemon GO Events January 2025

During these events, players can stock up on berries, items, and even encounter special Pokemon. To make the most of these events, players should prepare by gathering enough berries and Pokeballs. Here's a detailed look at what's happening 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)

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

These Spotlight Hours occur every Tuesday from 6 pm to 7 pm local time, offering a golden window to catch Shiny Pokemon and enhance your existing ones.

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 Wednesdays from 6 pm to 7 pm local time, where players can challenge and attempt to catch powerful Pokemon at Gyms.

This comprehensive list covers all the exciting events planned for January in Pokemon GO. Make sure to mark your calendars and prepare to dive into these events for a chance to enhance your gameplay and collection!