Pokémon Go Unveils Festive "Holiday Part 1" Event

Pokémon GO's Holiday Event: Part One Brings Festive Fun!

Get ready for the holidays with Pokémon GO's first Holiday event, running from December 17th to 22nd! This event is packed with bonuses, special Pokémon encounters, and seasonal challenges.

Double XP awaits for catching Pokémon, and Eggs will hatch at half the usual distance. A new costumed Dedenne, sporting festive attire, makes its debut, with a chance to encounter its shiny variant. Shiny Sandygast also makes its first appearance!

Explore the wild to find Alolan Sandshrew, Swinub, and Darumaka. Raids offer a festive roster: One-star raids feature Pikachu (Winter Carnival outfit) and Psyduck (holiday attire). Three-star raids challenge you with Glaceon (Undersea Holiday outfit) and Cryogonal. Mega Latias and Mega Latios headline the Mega Raids.

Seven-kilometer Eggs hold the possibility of hatching Hisuian Growlithe or a holiday-ribbon-adorned Cubchoo. Complete event-themed Field Research tasks (including a $2.00 Timed Research option) for encounters with costumed Pokémon, Premium Battle Passes, and other rewards.

Collection Challenges return, rewarding Stardust, Poké Balls, and Great Balls for catching and raiding. Show off your event Pokémon in PokéStop Showcases! Don't forget to redeem available Pokémon GO codes for free in-game items.

The Pokémon GO Web Store offers two limited-time deals:

• Ultra Holiday Box ($4.99): Pokémon Storage upgrade, Item Bag upgrade, and 17 Rare Candies.
• Holiday Part 1 Ultra Ticket Box ($6.99): Access to Holiday events and a bonus Premium Battle Pass.

Stock up on resources and enjoy the festive season in Pokémon GO!