This January, Niantic's Pokémon GO Community Day Classic features Ralts! Here's everything you need to know about this exciting event, including bonuses and in-game purchase options.

January's Community Day Classic: Encounter and Evolve Ralts

On January 25th, 2025, from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM (local time), Ralts will be appearing at increased rates, along with its shiny variant.

For $2 USD, a special research story featuring Ralts with Dual Destiny-themed backgrounds is available. Rewards include a Premium Battle Pass, a Rare Candy XL, and three Ralts encounters.

Evolving Ralts into Kirlia during the event (or within five hours afterward) unlocks the powerful Charged Attack "Synchronoise" (80 power) for Gardevoir or Gallade. Timed Research offers 4 Sinnoh Stones and a Ralts encounter (with Dual Destiny background), available for a week post-event.

Event Bonuses:

• ¼ Hatch Distance for Eggs
• 3-hour Lure Modules and Incense
• Snapshot surprises!

In-Game Purchases:

An Ultra Community Day Box ($4.99 USD) containing 10 Ultra Balls, 1 Elite Charged TM, and a Special Research ticket will be available on January 21st, 2025, at 10:00 AM (local time). Two additional bundles will be in the in-game shop:

• 1,350 PokeCoins: 50 Ultra Balls, 5 Super Incubators, 1 Elite Charged TM, 5 Lucky Eggs
• 480 PokeCoins: 30 Ultra Balls, 1 Incense, 3 Super Incubators, 1 Lure Module

Pokémon GO's Ongoing Community Day Classic Series

Niantic hosts a Community Day Classic each month, featuring a different Pokémon with increased encounter rates and shiny possibilities. Evolving the featured Pokémon during the event grants an exclusive move. Bonus events vary monthly. December's event is a two-day extravaganza with multiple Pokémon.