Pokémon Go is wrapping up the year in style with the New Year’s 2025 event

Pokémon GO's New Year's Celebration: A Festive Extravaganza!

Get ready to ring in 2025 with Pokémon GO's annual New Year's event, running from December 30th to January 1st! This year's festivities promise themed bonuses, special Pokémon encounters, and exciting ways to start the new year.

Following the December 21st-22nd Community Day event featuring returning Community Day Pokémon, the New Year's event offers a fresh wave of excitement.

Event Highlights:

• XP Boost: Catch Pokémon with Excellent Throws to earn a whopping 2,025 XP each!
• Festive Atmosphere: Immerse yourself in the holiday spirit with vibrant New Year's decorations and celebratory fireworks.
• Themed Pokémon Encounters: Encounter Jigglypuff (with a ribbon), Hoothoot (in a New Year's outfit), and Wurmple (sporting a party hat) more frequently in the wild. Shiny versions may also appear!

• Raid Battles: One-star raids feature a snowflake-hat-wearing Pikachu, while three-star raids star party-hat-adorned Raticate and Wobbuffet. Shiny rates are increased for all three!
• Research Tasks: Complete Field Research and Timed Research tasks for extra encounters and rewards. A paid Timed Research ($2) offers exclusive rewards, including Premium Battle Passes, Lucky Eggs, Stardust, and event Pokémon encounters.

In-Game Shop Offers:

The Ultra Holiday Box ($4.99) remains available in the Pokémon GO Web Store, offering Pokémon Storage and Item Bag upgrades, plus 17 Rare Candies. Don't forget to redeem available Pokémon GO codes for additional freebies!

Prepare for a fantastic New Year's celebration in Pokémon GO!