For the first time in Pokémon GO, you’ll be able to encounter Shiny Dhelmise—if you’re lucky!
The following Pokémon will appear in raids.
One-Star Raids
Three-Star Raids
*If you’re lucky, you may encounter a Shiny one.
Event-themed Field Research tasks will be available.
Complete Field Research tasks to encounter the following Pokémon:
Some Trainers might even encounter:
*If you’re lucky, you may encounter a Shiny one.
Three event-themed Timed Research opportunities focused on catching Pokémon will be available throughout the event.
Tuesday, January 6, at 10:00 a.m. to Thursday, January 8, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. local time
Complete the research tasks to earn encounters with:
Thursday, January 8, at 10:00 a.m. to Saturday, January 10, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. local time
Complete the research tasks to earn encounters with:
Saturday, January 10, at 10:00 a.m. to Sunday, January 11, 2026, at 8:00 p.m. local time
Complete the research tasks to earn encounters with:
*If you’re lucky, you may encounter a Shiny one.
For US$1.99 (or the equivalent pricing tier in your local currency), you can access event-exclusive Timed Research.
Timed Research rewards include:
Please note that Timed Research expires. All tasks must be completed and rewards claimed before Sunday, January 11, 2026, at 8:00 p.m. local time.
The Pinch Perfect Premium Timed Research ticket will only be available in the in-game shop until Sunday, January 11, 2026, at 8:00 p.m. local time.
The Pinch Perfect Ultra Ticket Box will be available for US$1.99 (or the equivalent pricing tier in your local currency) and includes an event ticket and five Ultra Balls.