Pokémon GO keeps its dedicated trainers engaged with a packed calendar of exciting events throughout the month. These events offer fantastic opportunities to earn rewards, catch new Pokémon, power up existing ones, and even learn unique moves. Leveling up and boosting your Pokémon's CP are easier than ever with the right event participation. Community Days, for instance, are prime opportunities to discover exclusive moves your Pokémon can master.
January 2024 is shaping up to be a busy month for Pokémon GO players! Get ready for Spotlight Hours, Max Mondays (though not explicitly listed, we assume this is a recurring event), Community Days, and more. Here's a complete rundown of the Pokémon GO events planned for January.
All January Raids, Community Days, and Events

These events provide ample chances to stock up on valuable berries, items, and even encounter special Pokémon. Remember to prepare beforehand with plenty of berries and Poké Balls to maximize your rewards during these 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)
Pokémon 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 run every Tuesday from 6 pm to 7 pm local time. Don't miss out on your chance to snag Shiny Pokémon and boost your Pokémon's strength!
Pokémon 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 occur every Wednesday from 6 pm to 7 pm local time. Battle and catch powerful Pokémon at Gyms near you!