Niantic has announced that from January 29th, 2010 at 1:00 p.m. PST until February 28th, 2019 at 1:00 p.m. PST, players of Pokémon GO will be able to encounter Palkia in Raid Battles.

Enter a new dimension of Raid Battles with the Legendary Pokémon Palkia!

Trainers, A new arrival to raids will test your strength in 2019! The Water- and Dragon-type Spatial Pokémon, Palkia, will join Raid Battles across the world from January 29 at 1:00 p.m. PST to February 28 at 1:00 p.m. PST!

With the ability to warp the very fabric of space and enough power to take on Giratina, Palkia is a Pokémon that shouldn’t be underestimated. Be sure to assemble a team that includes Dragon- and Fairy-type Pokémon to take down this Legendary Pokémon before its special attacks overwhelm your team!

Don’t miss this chance to catch this Legendary Pokémon before it returns to its own spatial dimension! Stay safe, and happy exploring!

Source: https://pokemongolive.com/en/post/legendary-palkia/

Niantic have announced the details for the 13th Pokémon GO Community Day which takes place on February 16th, 2019 at 2:00 PM until 5:00 PM EST. The featured Pokémon for this day is Swinub. Swinub will appear in the wild more frequently for three hours that day. If you evolve Piloswine into Mamoswine during the event, the Mamoswine will know the move Ancient Power. The 3x Catch Stardust and 3-hour Lures bonuses will also be available that day.

Source: https://pokemongolive.com/events/community-day/

Niantic has revealed new avatar items inspired by Team Magma and Team Aqua, the villains of the Hoenn region in Pokémon Ruby and Pokémon Sapphire and they are now available to purchase in Pokémon GO.

Male Outfits:

Team Magma Shirt: 150 Poké Coins
Team Magma Gloves: 100 Poké Coins
Team Magma Trousers: 150 Poké Coins
Team Magma Boots: 100 Poké Coins
Team Aqua Hat: 50 Poké Coins
Team Aqua Shirt: 150 Poké Coins
Team Aqua Gloves: 50 Poké Coins
Team Aqua Trousers: 150 Poké Coins
Team Aqua Boots: 150 Poké Coins

Female Outfits:

Team Magma Shirt: 150 Poké Coins
Team Magma Gloves: 50 Poké Coins
Team Magma Trousers: 150 Poké Coins
Team Magma Boots: 100 Poké Coins
Team Aqua Hat: 50 Poké Coins
Team Aqua Shirt: 150 Poké Coins
Team Aqua Gloves: 50 Poké Coins
Team Aqua Trousers: 150 Poké Coins
Team Aqua Socks: 50 Poké Coins
Team Aqua Boots: 100 Poké Coins

Source: https://twitter.com/PokemonGoApp/status/1085333330860617728

Niantic has announced that a Hoenn themed event will take place from January 15th, 2019 until January 29th, 2019. Pokémon originally discovered in the Hoenn region will be appearing more frequently in the wild.

Celebrate the Hoenn region during this new event!

Trainer, We’re kicking off the new year with a brand-new celebration! Starting on January 15 at 1 p.m. PST and going until January 29 at 1 p.m. PST, Pokémon originally discovered in the Hoenn region will be appearing more frequently in the wild. Plus, if you evolve Shroomish into Breloom during the event, it will know the exclusive move Grass Knot! See more details below:

Event Date + Time
Jan. 15, 2019, at 1:00 p.m. PST (GMT −8) to Jan. 29, 2019, at 1:00 p.m. PST (GMT −8)

Features

• Pokémon originally discovered in the Hoenn region will appear more frequently in the wild.
• Field Research will highlight Pokémon originally discovered in the Hoenn region.
• Raid Battles will include Pokémon originally discovered in the Hoenn region, such as the Legendary Pokémon Kyogre and Groudon.
• Pokémon originally discovered in the Hoenn region will have an increased chance of hatching from 7 km Eggs.
• If you evolve Shroomish into Breloom, it will know the exclusive move Grass Knot!
• You’ll have a chance of encountering Shiny Zigzagoon and Shiny Taillow!
• New avatar items inspired by Team Magma and Team Aqua—the original villains of the Hoenn region in Pokémon Ruby and Pokémon Sapphire—will be available in the Style Shop.

So celebrate the spirit of the Hoenn region together! Stay safe, and happy exploring!

Source: https://pokemongolive.com/en/post/hoenn-jan2019/

Niantic has announced that Feebas can be encountered during the Limited Research Day which takes place on January 19th or 20th, 2019, depending on your region of the world.

Discover more with Limited Research, featuring Feebas!

Trainers, It’s time to put your research skills to work and collect Field Research that looks closely at a certain Pokémon species -- let’s do some Limited Research! While the Water-type Pokémon Feebas may not look like much, there’s plenty to learn about the Fish Pokémon! Spin the Photo Disc at nearby PokéStops to obtain Field Research tasks that lead to encounters with Feebas. And, if you’re lucky, you just might find a Shiny Feebas! See more details below:

Event Date + Time

• Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and India: Jan. 19, 2019, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. UTC (GMT +0)
• The Americas and Greenland: Jan. 19, 2019, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. PST (GMT −8)
• Asia-Pacific: Jan. 20, 2019, from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. JST (GMT +9)

Features

• Limited Research tasks will be available when you spin Photo Discs at PokéStops.
• Completing the Limited Research tasks will reward you with encounters with Feebas.
• You may encounter a Shiny Feebas!

Feebas migrate quickly during Limited Research, so exploring is key! As long as you’ve collected the Limited Research during the event window, you can complete it at any time. Don’t forget: you’ll need to venture onward to many PokéStops in order to get new Field Research tasks and encounter as many Feebas as possible!

Source: https://pokemongolive.com/post/fieldresearch-jan2019

Niantic have announced the details for the 12th Pokémon GO Community Day which takes place on January 12th, 2019 at 2:00 PM until 5:00 PM EST. The featured Pokémon for this day is Totodile. Totodile will appear in the wild more frequently for three hours that day. Feraligatr evolved during January Community Day will know the powerful Water-type attack Hydro Cannon. The 1/4 Egg Hatch Distance and 3-hour Lures bonuses will also be available that day.

Source: https://pokemongolive.com/events/community-day/

Niantic has announced that there will be a Pokémon GO Safari Zone event in Porto Alegre, Brazil from Friday, January 25th, 2019 to Sunday, January 27th, 2019. Pokémon such as Psyduck, Unown and Relicanth will be available to get.

Pokémon GO Safari Zone event in Porto Alegre, Brazil

Trainers, The first Pokémon GO Safari Zone event in South America is coming soon! Mark your calendars for a Safari Zone event in Porto Alegre, Brazil, which is a free, ticketed event taking place from Friday, January 25, to Sunday, January 27 Trainers who attend will be able to spot Pokémon such as Psyduck, Unown, and Relicanth along the recently revitalized Guaíba riverbank! Founded in 1769, Porto Alegre is Brazil’s fifth-largest metropolitan area and a center for Brazil’s gaucho history and culture.

Unable to make it to Porto Alegre? Trainers all around Brazil will still encounter many of the Pokémon featured at the Safari Zone in the wild. Additionally, Psyduck appearances will be increased globally over the weekend!

This is a free event, but tickets are limited. Trainers can register for a chance to receive a ticket at this link. And don’t forget to make plans early to make sure you obtain transportation and accommodations for the event.

Source: https://pokemongolive.com/en/post/safarizone-portoalegre/

Niantic has announced that from January 2nd, 2019 at 1:00 p.m. PST to January 15th, 2019 at 1:00 p.m. PST, an Adventure Sync Hatchathon will take place where players are more likely to receive 5 km and 10 km Eggs from PokéStops and Gyms.

Start off the New Year with the Adventure Sync Hatchathon!

Trainers, Welcome a brand-new year with the Adventure Sync Hatchathon! To celebrate new beginnings, Trainers will enjoy bonuses for hatching Eggs from January 2 at 1:00 p.m. PST to January 15 at 1:00 p.m. PST. Make sure your shoes are tightly laced for a long journey, as you’re more likely to receive 5 km and 10 km Eggs from PokéStops and Gyms.

Don’t forget to activate Adventure Sync to make your steps count toward hatching Eggs while you’re on the go! Enjoy more ways to stay on top of your well-being for the New Year while working toward rewards with a weekly fitness summary as you start your New Year’s resolutions off on the right foot. See details for the event below:

Date + Time

• Jan. 2, 2019, at 1:00 p.m. PST (GMT −8) to Jan. 15, 2019, at 1:00 p.m. PST (GMT −8)

Bonuses

• 2× Hatch Candy
• 2× Hatch Stardust
• Higher chance of receiving 5 km and 10 km Eggs from PokéStops and Gyms

It’s time to hatch a plan to make the most of your Pokémon Eggs, Trainers! Stay safe, and happy exploring!

Source: https://pokemongolive.com/en/post/adventuresync-hatchathon/

Niantic has announced that Attack Forme Deoxys EX Raids will take place after December 20th, 2018.

Get ready! Attack Forme Deoxys alters EX Raids!

Trainers, The DNA Pokémon, Deoxys, has tested the strength of Trainers in EX Raids and has now changed form! Attack Forme Deoxys will be in EX Raid Battles, with more power than previously seen, so make sure your team is prepared. This Psychic-type Mythical Pokémon will be available to challenge beginning with the next cycle of EX Raid invitations, after December 20.

Are you new to EX Raids? You can become eligible to receive an EX Raid Pass when you win a Raid Battle at a qualifying Gym. You’ll be able to see which Gyms can host an EX Raid through a handy tag when you look at the Gym details. EX Raid Passes will give you the date and time when you’ll be able to challenge Attack Forme Deoxys, so mark your calendar and prepare your Pokémon for an epic battle!

Battling Attack Forme Deoxys will be a difficult challenge that requires Trainers to take advantage of every opportunity—so don’t forget to invite a friend to go along with you! Remember: invites can only be sent to an Ultra Friend or Best Friend, so don’t forget to battle with friends, send Gifts, and trade Pokémon to build up your Friendship level.

Do you have what it takes? Best of luck, Trainer—Attack Forme Deoxys won’t back down!

Source: https://pokemongolive.com/post/exraid-deoxys-attack

Niantic has announced that Delibird and friends return for Pokémon GO Christmas season. Players will be able to encounter Ice-type Pokémon more frequently from December 18th, 2018 until January 2nd, 2018. Pikachu wearing a festive hat will also make an appearance.

Delibird and friends return for Pokémon GO Holidays 2018!

Trainers, The cheer and joy of the holidays is coming to the world of Pokémon GO, as the Delivery Pokémon, Delibird, returns for Pokémon GO Holidays 2018!

Starting on December 18, Ice-type Pokémon will appear more frequently in the wild, including Jynx, Sneasel, Swinub, Snorunt, Spheal, and Snover! Certain other Pokémon are also getting into the festivities—you might see holiday-ready Pokémon, such as a Pikachu wearing a festive hat, until January 2!

What’s celebrating the holidays without gifts? Pokémon such as Smoochum, Azurill, and Munchlax will have a greater chance of hatching from 7 km Eggs, so show your friends you care by sending them special Gifts! In order to help with hatching during the holiday season, Trainers will also earn a free single-use Incubator once per day via spinning a Photo Disc on a PokéStop until January 2.

To keep the celebrations coming, there will be plenty of bonuses throughout the event! From December 18 to December 22, Trainers will be able to enjoy double Candy for catching and transferring Pokémon. Then, from December 22 to December 26, earn double Catch Stardust to help power up your Pokémon! From December 26 to December 30, earn double XP when you catch Pokémon to help you reach a higher Trainer level before the new year! Finally, from December 30 to January 2, Incubators will be twice as effective. Make sure you check in regularly to take advantage of all these exciting bonuses!

Excited about showing your holiday spirit? Outfit your avatar with the Delibird-themed sweater, gloves, and boots, available on December 18 in the Style Shop!

So put a little happy in your holidays with Pokémon GO! Stay safe, and happy exploring!

Source: https://pokemongolive.com/post/holiday2018