Pokémon GO Holiday Event Part 2: December 22–27, 2024
Niantic has unveiled the details for the second part of Pokémon GO’s 2024 Holiday Event, which runs from Sunday, December 22, at 10:00 a.m. to Friday, December 27, at 8:00 p.m. local time. This event will introduce costumed Wooloo and Dubwool as well as shiny Cetoddle, alongside various bonuses, raids, and activities.
Key Details of the Event
New Pokémon and Features
- Costumed Pokémon: Wooloo wearing holiday attire will appear in the wild. Players can evolve these Wooloo into costumed Dubwool during the event.
- New Shiny Pokémon: Shiny Cetoddle makes its debut and can be encountered in one-star raids.
Event Bonuses
- 2× XP for catching Pokémon.
- 50% more XP from raid battles.
- Daily Adventure Incense duration doubles from December 25, 10:00 a.m., to January 5, 2025, 8:00 p.m. local time.
New Content
- Field Research Tasks: Complete tasks to encounter event-themed Pokémon and earn rewards.
- Collection Challenges: Special challenges with rewards for catching specific Pokémon during the event.
- Timed Research: Available for $5, offering rewards including a Wooloo jacket for trainers.
- New Avatar Items:
- In-Game Store: Staryu and Marshtomp sweaters.
- Web Store: Holiday-themed boxes for additional in-game items.
Wild Encounters
During the event, the following Pokémon will appear in the wild. Pokémon marked with an asterisk (*) have a chance of being shiny:
- Alolan Rattata*
- Murkrow*
- Galarian Zigzagoon*
- Blitzle*
- Vanillite
- Tynamo
- Wooloo (Holiday Attire)*
- Absol*
Raids
One-Star Raids
- Alolan Vulpix*
- Galarian Darumaka*
- Litwick*
- Cetoddle*
Three-Star Raids
- Snorlax*
- Banette*
- Zebstrika
- Toucannon
Five-Star Raids
- Giratina (Altered Forme)* (starting December 26, 10:00 a.m.)
Mega Raids
- Mega Latios* (until December 26, 10:00 a.m.)
- Mega Abomasnow* (beginning December 26, 10:00 a.m.)
Incense Encounters
Pokémon attracted by Incense during the event include the following (shiny-eligible Pokémon are marked with an asterisk *):
Sunday, December 22 | Tuesday, December 24 | Thursday, December 26
- Snorlax*
- Blitzle*
- Yamask*
- Lampent
- Wooloo (Holiday Attire)*
Monday, December 23 | Wednesday, December 25 | Friday, December 27
- Togetic*
- Galarian Zigzagoon*
- Foongus*
- Furfrou*
- Cetoddle*
Event Strategy
1. Catch Shiny Pokémon
- Prioritize wild encounters and raids with shiny-eligible Pokémon like Wooloo, Cetoddle, and Galarian Darumaka.
- Use Incense to attract Wooloo and other event-themed Pokémon.
2. Take Advantage of Event Bonuses
- Play during the 2× XP bonus to catch Pokémon and level up faster.
- Maximize raid participation for the 50% XP boost, especially during one-star and Mega Raids.
3. Plan for Incense Duration
- Use Daily Adventure Incense from December 25 to January 5 for longer durations to attract more Pokémon, especially shiny Wooloo and Cetoddle.
4. Optimize Raid Strategy
- Focus on Giratina (Altered Forme) and Mega Abomasnow for high-value rewards starting December 26.
- Use one-star raids for easier encounters with Cetoddle and other shinies.
5. Complete Timed Research and Challenges
- Purchase the $5 Timed Research for exclusive rewards like the Wooloo jacket.
- Finish Collection Challenges for bonus rewards and progress.
6. Gear Up for Upcoming Events
- Stockpile items and prepare for Pokémon GO’s Charged Embers Hatch Day and New Year’s 2025 events.
Final Thoughts
The Holiday Part 2 event is packed with opportunities to catch new Pokémon, earn shiny variants, and take advantage of raid and XP bonuses. With a mix of costumed Wooloo, shiny Cetoddle, and a variety of raids, trainers have plenty to look forward to as 2024 draws to a close.