Pokemon GO New Year’s 2025: Everything You Need To Know

Discover all the details about the Pokemon GO New Year’s 2025 event, including bonuses, spawns, raids, and exclusive rewards.

Pokemon GO New Year's 2025: Everything You Need To Know
Pokemon GO New Year’s 2025: Everything You Need To Know (Image via TPC)

As the countdown to 2025 begins, Pokemon GO is rolling out a special event to celebrate the new year. This guide will help you understand everything packed into the celebration, from bonus opportunities to event-themed Pokemon. It’s time to enjoy the festivities and start 2025 with an exciting adventure!

Event Schedule

The New Year’s event will run from Monday, December 30, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. until Wednesday, January 1, 2025, at 8:00 p.m. (local time). With limited time to make the most of this event, plan your gameplay wisely!

Special Bonuses

2,025 XP awaits every time you execute an Excellent Throw. If improving your XP count is on your list, this bonus is the perfect way to achieve it.

Bright Decorations and Fireworks

During the event, festive vibes are everywhere. You’ll notice colorful fireworks lighting up the sky, creating an extra cheerful atmosphere. The decor across the map adds a fun, celebratory touch to your exploration.

2,025 XP awaits every time you execute an Excellent Throw. (Image via @pokemongoapp/Instagram)

The event spices up the wild with specially dressed Pokemon appearing more often. The stars of this event include:

  • Jigglypuff wearing a ribbon
  • Hoothoot in a New Year’s outfit
  • Wurmple donning a party hat

All three of these can be Shiny if you’re fortunate enough!

Raid Battles

Get ready for the raids! (Image via @pokemongoapp/Instagram)

Gear up for some exciting raid action. These Pokemon are ready to make your New Year event even more special:

One-Star Raids

  • Pikachu with a snowflake beanie

Three-Star Raids

  • Raticate in a party hat
  • Wobbuffet with a party hat

Shiny versions of these raid Pokemon are also available, so grab your Raid Passes and get battling!

Field Research Rewards

Complete event-themed Field Research tasks to get a chance to encounter festive Pokemon. These tasks are a fun way to engage with the event while earning some neat rewards.

Timed Research Opportunities

Timed Research tied to the event offers even more rewards. Complete tasks to gather Stardust and encounter event-themed Pokemon.

Paid Timed Research

If you’re looking for extra perks, a special Timed Research is available for $2.00 USD (or equivalent). The rewards include:

  • Three Premium Battle Passes
  • Three Lucky Eggs
  • 2,025 Stardust
  • Encounters with event-themed Pokemon like Pikachu in a snowflake beanie, Raticate in a party hat, and Wobbuffet with a party hat
Get more rewards! (Image via @pokemongoapp/Instagram)

You can also buy this for your Great Friends or higher in the game. Be aware that the purchase isn’t refundable, and the research expires when the event ends on January 1, 2025, at 8:00 p.m. (local time).

PokeStop Showcases

Visit PokeStops during the event to participate in Showcases. Display your best event-themed Pokemon and engage with other players in a fun competition.

Ultra Holiday Box Offer

This is your last opportunity to grab the Ultra Holiday Box from the Pokemon GO Web Store. For $4.99 USD, you’ll receive:

  • One Pokemon Storage Upgrade
  • One Item Bag upgrade
  • 17 Rare Candies

The offer is limited to one purchase per Trainer, so act fast if you’re interested.

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