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Pokemon GO: All January Raids, Community Days, and Events

Author : Connor Update : Mar 15,2025

Stay in the loop and maximize your Pokémon GO experience with our comprehensive guide to January's exciting events! This month is packed with opportunities to level up, boost your Pokémon's CP, and even learn unique moves. From Community Days and Spotlight Hours to Raid Days and special themed events, there's something for every trainer.

This month's calendar is jam-packed with chances to catch rare Pokémon, earn valuable items, and generally have a blast. Remember to stock up on Poké Balls and Berries before each event to make the most of your playtime!

All January Raids, Community Days, and Events

Pokemon GO January Events

Here's a detailed breakdown of everything happening in Pokémon GO this January:

Community Days

  • Fidough Fetch (January 3 – January 7): Get ready to catch this adorable Pokémon!
  • Sprigatito Community Day (January 5): Don't miss your chance to encounter this Grass-type starter.

Raid Day Event

  • Mega Gallade Raid Day (January 11): Prepare for a powerful Mega Raid challenge!

Other Exciting Events

  • Fashion Week (January 10 – January 19): Show off your stylish side!
  • Fashion Week: Taken Over (January 15 – January 19): A special extension of Fashion Week!
  • Shadow Raid Day (January 19): Confront powerful Shadow Pokémon.
  • Steeled Resolve (January 21 – January 26): A special event with steel-type Pokémon.
  • January Community Day Classic (January 25): A classic Community Day returns!
  • Lunar New Year (January 29 – February 2): Celebrate the Lunar New Year with special Pokémon and bonuses.

Pokémon GO Spotlight Hours

Spotlight Hours run every Tuesday from 6 pm to 7 pm local time. This month's schedule includes:

  • 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 are excellent opportunities to catch Shiny Pokémon and power up your team.

Pokémon GO Raid Hours

Raid Hours take place every Wednesday from 6 pm to 7 pm local time. Mark your calendars for these Raid Battles:

  • 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 (Note: This falls outside of January, but is included for completeness)

Prepare for epic battles and the chance to catch powerful Pokémon!