Niantic has revealed Ralts as the star Pokémon for January's Community Day Classic. This guide details the event, its bonuses, and available in-game purchases.
January's Community Day Classic: Ralts Spotlight
On January 25th, 2025, from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM (local time), trainers will have a heightened chance of encountering Ralts, including its shiny form.
A special research story focused on Ralts is available for $2 USD. Completing this research rewards players with a Premium Battle Pass, a Rare Candy XL, and three Ralts encounters featuring Dual Destiny-themed backgrounds.
Evolving Ralts into Kirlia during the event (or within five hours afterward) unlocks Gardevoir or Gallade with the powerful Charged Attack "Synchronoise" (80 power in Trainer Battles, Gyms, and Raids).
Timed Research offers 4 Sinnoh Stones and a Ralts encounter with a Dual Destiny-themed background. Unlike the main Community Day event, this research remains accessible for a week post-event.
Event Bonuses:
- ¼ Egg Hatch Distance
- 3-hour Lure Modules and Incense duration
- Snapshot surprises!
An Ultra Community Day Box ($4.99 USD) containing 10 Ultra Balls, 1 Elite Charged TM, and a Special Research ticket will be available at the Pokémon GO Web Store from January 21st, 2025, at 10:00 AM (local time).
Two Community Day bundles are also available in the in-game shop:
- 1,350 PokéCoins: 50 Ultra Balls, 5 Super Incubators, 1 Elite Charged TM, 5 Lucky Eggs
- 480 PokéCoins: 30 Ultra Balls, 1 Incense, 3 Super Incubators, 1 Lure Module
Pokémon GO's Recurring Monthly Event
Niantic's monthly Community Day Classic events highlight a different Pokémon each month (November 2024 featured Mankey). These events offer increased encounter rates for the featured Pokémon (including shiny variants) and an exclusive move upon evolution. Additional bonuses, such as reduced egg hatching distances, are also common.
December's Community Day is a special two-day event featuring multiple Pokémon with increased shiny rates. Standard bonuses will also apply.
