Pokémon Go's Holiday festivities kick off with Part One, running December 17th-22nd! This event brings double XP for catching Pokémon, halved Egg hatch distances, and exciting seasonal encounters.
Prepare for a flurry of festive Pokémon! Dedenne debuts in a holiday costume, with a shiny variant possible. Shiny Sandygast also makes its first appearance. Alolan Sandshrew, Swinub, and Darumaka will be appearing in the wild.
Raids offer a diverse lineup: Pikachu and Psyduck in holiday outfits in one-star raids; Glaceon (Undersea Holiday outfit) and Cryogonal in three-star raids; and Mega Latias and Mega Latios in Mega Raids.
7km Eggs hold the potential for Hisuian Growlithe or a ribbon-adorned Cubchoo. Complete event-themed Field Research tasks (including a $2.00 Timed Research) for encounters with costumed Pokémon, Premium Battle Passes, and more. Collection Challenges reward Stardust and Poké Balls. Don't miss the PokéStop Showcases!
The Pokémon Go Web Store features limited-time offers: an Ultra Holiday Box ($4.99) with storage upgrades and Rare Candies; and a Holiday Part 1 Ultra Ticket Box ($6.99) including event access and a Premium Battle Pass. Stock up on supplies for the holiday season!
