Pokémon GO New Year’s Event 2025 Guide: Shiny And Rewards
Dive into the Pokémon GO New Year’s Event 2025! Catch costumed Pokémon like Ribbon Jigglypuff, earn massive XP, and claim exclusive rewards. Don’t miss out!

The Pokémon GO New Year’s 2025 event is here, and it’s time to dive into the excitement! From December 30, 2024, at 10:00 AM to January 1, 2025, at 8:00 PM local time, trainers can enjoy special costumed Pokémon, exclusive rewards, and thrilling raid opportunities.
What’s New This Year?

This year’s event brings plenty of rewards and challenges. Highlights include:
Massive XP Bonus: Earn 2,025 XP for every Excellent Throw. A perfect chance to level up quickly and polish your catching skills.
Special Wild Encounters: Watch out for these costumed Pokémon, available in both regular and shiny forms:
- Ribbon Jigglypuff
- New Year’s Outfit Hoothoot
- Party Hat Wurmple
- Raid Battles to Watch For
Get ready to battle and capture event-themed Pokémon. Here’s what’s available:
One-Star Raids: Pikachu in a snowflake beanie (Shiny boosted)
Three-Star Raids:
- Raticate with a party hat (Shiny boosted)
- Wobbuffet with a party hat (Shiny boosted)
- Complete Field and Timed Research Tasks
Special event-themed research tasks are packed with rewards. Here’s what’s on offer:
Timed Research Questline ($2.00):
- Three Premium Battle Passes
- Three Lucky Eggs
- 2,025 Stardust
Encounters with costumed Pokémon like Pikachu in a snowflake beanie and party hat Wobbuffet
Exclusive In-Game Purchases

Grab the Ultra Holiday Box in the Pokemon GO Web Store for $4.99. It includes:
- 1x Pokémon Storage Upgrade
- 1x Item Bag Upgrade
- 17x Rare Candy
Pro Tips for Trainers
Want to make the most of the event? Here are some insider tips:
- PokeStop Showcase: Check the schedule to know which Pokémon are being featured. Prioritize your catches accordingly.
- Buddy Boosts: Bond with your buddy to locate event-themed Pokémon faster and earn extra gifts and candy.
- Save Star Pieces and Lucky Eggs: Activate them during raids or mass wild encounters to maximize XP and Stardust gains.
Why You Shouldn’t Miss This
This event has something for everyone:
- Rare costumed Pokémon
- Generous XP bonuses
- Exclusive rewards in research tasks
Start your 2025 with a bang! Jump into the Pokemon GO New Year’s event and make those epic catches. Ready, trainer? Let’s GO!
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