Get ready for Pokémon Go's Holiday festivities! Niantic's Holiday Part One event runs from December 17th to 22nd, bringing double XP for catching Pokémon, halved egg hatch distances, and exciting seasonal encounters.
This event introduces a costumed Dedenne (with a shiny variant!), and the first-ever appearance of Shiny Sandygast. Wild encounters include Alolan Sandshrew, Swinub, and Darumaka. Raids feature a festive lineup: One-star raids boast Winter Carnival Pikachu and holiday Psyduck; three-star raids offer Undersea Holiday Glaceon and Cryogonal; and Mega Raids star Mega Latias and Mega Latios.
Seven-kilometer Eggs hold the possibility of hatching 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 forget to showcase your festive Pokémon at PokéStop Showcases and redeem available Pokémon Go codes for free items!
The Pokémon Go Web Store offers two limited-time deals: 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 and enjoy the holiday season in Pokémon Go!
