January 2023 Pokemon GO: Raids, Community Days, Events

Pokemon GO is packed with exciting events throughout the month, designed to keep players engaged and offer opportunities to earn more rewards and catch new Pokemon. These events not only help players level up but also increase the CP of their Pokemon. Special events like Community Days allow players to teach their Pokemon unique moves that are only available during these times.

As we kick off the new year, January is brimming with a variety of events including Spotlight Hours, Max Mondays, Community Days, and more. Here's a comprehensive guide to all the Pokemon GO events happening this month.

All January Raids, Community Days, and Events

During these events, players can earn more berries, items, and even encounter special Pokemon. It's wise to stock up on berries and Pokeballs beforehand to maximize your event experience. Here's what you need to know about January's lineup of events.

Community Days

• Fidough Fetch (January 3 – January 7)
• Sprigatito Community Day (January 5)

Raid Day Event

• Mega Gallade Raid Day (January 11)

Unannounced Events

• Fashion Week (January 10 – January 19)
• Fashion Week: Taken Over (January 15 – January 19)
• Shadow Raid Day (January 19)
• Steeled Resolve (January 21 – January 26)
• January Community Day Classic (January 25)
• Lunar New Year (January 29 – February 2)

Pokemon GO Spotlight Hours

• 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 Spotlight Hours occur every Tuesday from 6 pm to 7 pm local time, lasting just one hour. Participating weekly can help you collect Shiny Pokemon and strengthen your team.

Pokemon GO Raid Hours

• 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

Raid Hours are held every Wednesday from 6 pm to 7 pm local time, giving players the chance to battle and catch the featured Pokemon at Gyms. This wraps up all the exciting events planned for January in Pokemon GO.