Get ready for the Pokémon Go Holiday Part One event! Running from December 17th to 22nd, this festive event brings double XP for catching Pokémon, halved egg hatching distances, and exciting new encounters.
This year's celebration features a debuting costumed Dedenne (with a shiny variant!), and the first-ever appearance of Shiny Sandygast. Expect to find Alolan Sandshrew, Swinub, and Darumaka in the wild.
Raids will offer a seasonal twist: One-star raids include a Winter Carnival Pikachu and a holiday-themed Psyduck. Three-star raids feature a festive Glaceon and Cryogonal, while Mega Latias and Mega Latios will grace Mega Raids.
Seven-kilometer Eggs hold the possibility of hatching Hisuian Growlithe or a ribbon-adorned Cubchoo. Complete event-themed Field Research tasks (or purchase a $2.00 Timed Research) for encounters with special Pokémon, Premium Battle Passes, and other rewards.
Collection Challenges return, rewarding Stardust, Poké Balls, and Great Balls. Show off your decked-out Pokémon in PokéStop Showcases! Don't forget to claim your freebies by redeeming Pokémon Go codes.
The Pokémon Go Web Store offers limited-time deals: an Ultra Holiday Box ($4.99) and a Holiday Part 1 Ultra Ticket Box ($6.99) with bonus Premium Battle Pass. Stock up on resources and enjoy the festivities!
