Pokémon Go Winter Holiday 2023 Event: A Frosty Adventure 🎄❄️☃️

The event will be divided into two parts. Part 1 will take place from December 18 to 25, while Part 2 will run from December 25 to 31.

Pokémon Go Winter Holiday 2023 event guide’ is a comprehensive guide to the winter event in Pokémon Go.

It’s that time of year again, trainers! Pokémon Go’s “Winter Holiday” event is back for 2023, bringing cheer and exciting rewards to your gameplay. Get ready to embark on a frosty adventure filled with Timed Research, boosted spawns, egg hatches, and raid targets. Bundle up and let’s dive into the details!

Timed Research: Winter Wishes ❄️🎁

The Winter Wishes Timed Research is divided into two steps, each offering unique tasks and rewards. Complete both parts to unlock the full potential of the event!

Step 1 of 2:

Catch 5 Pokémon 📸🔥
Spin 3 PokéStops or gyms 🔄⛩️
Power up Pokémon 5 times ⚡🔋

Rewards: 500 Stardust, 500 XP 🌟🎖️

After completing this step, you’ll have to make a crucial decision: Do you prioritize catching Pokémon or collecting Stardust? Depending on your choice, you’ll enjoy either doubled catch XP or doubled catch Stardust. Choose wisely!

Step 2 of 2:

Catch 10 Pokémon 📸🔥
Catch 25 Pokémon 📸🔥
Catch 40 ice-type Pokémon 📸🥶
Catch 8 different species of ice-type Pokémon 📸🥶
Earn 25,000 XP (catching) or earn 7,500 Stardust (Stardust) 🌟⚡
Send 25 gifts to friends 🎁🎮

Rewards: Galarian Mr. Mime encounter, 1 Lucky Egg or Star Piece 🤡🎁

Remember, if you chose XP in the previous step, a Lucky Egg awaits you as a reward. On the other hand, if you opted for Stardust, you’ll receive a valuable Star Piece. Make your selection based on your goals and aspirations!

Timed Research: Frosty Festivities ❄️🎊

The Frosty Festivities Timed Research offers a unique set of tasks and rewards, but it comes with a price—$4.99. Before making the purchase, consider the enticing rewards and the additional perk of doubled candy from catching Pokémon. Don’t forget that this research is time-limited, so get your ticket and make the most of it!

Step 1 of 4:

Spin 10 PokéStops 🔄⛩️
Catch 25 ice-type Pokémon 📸🥶
Make 20 curveball throws 🔄🎾

Rewards: Galarian Mr. Mime encounter, Winter Pose 🤡📸

Step 2 of 4:

Use 20 berries to help catch Pokémon 🍓📸
Transfer 25 Pokémon 📦🔄
Catch 30 ice-type Pokémon 📸🥶

Rewards: Lapras encounter, 3 Silver Pinap Berries 🌊🍓

Step 3 of 4:

Make 30 curveball throws 🔄🎾
Send 10 gifts to friends 🎁🎮
Catch 40 ice-type Pokémon 📸🥶

Rewards: Glaceon (holiday attire) encounter, 1 Incense ❄️📸

Step 4 of 4:

Transfer 30 Pokémon 📦🔄
Explore 5 km 🚶‍♀️🗺️
Catch 50 ice-type Pokémon 📸🥶

Rewards: Psyduck (holiday attire) encounter, 1 Egg Incubator 🦆📦

Winter Holiday Part 1 and 2: Double the Fun! ✌️🎅

For just $1.99, you can unlock both parts of Winter Holiday Timed Research. Although the tasks and rewards are nearly identical for both sets, the satisfaction of completing them will be twice as rewarding. Don’t miss out on this incredible bundle!

Step 1 of 1:

Catch 10 Pokémon 📸🔥
Catch 20 Pokémon 📸🔥
Catch 30 Pokémon 📸🔥
Catch 40 Pokémon 📸🔥
Use 10 berries to help catch Pokémon 🍓📸
Use 20 berries to help catch Pokémon 🍓📸
Catch 4 different species of ice-type Pokémon 📸🥶
Catch 6 different species of ice-type Pokémon 📸🥶
Catch 8 different species of ice-type Pokémon 📸🥶
Catch 10 different species of ice-type Pokémon 📸🥶

Rewards: Psyduck (holiday attire) encounter, 2 Premium Battle Passes, 5,000 XP 🦆🛡️🌟

Field Research: Uncover Exciting Tasks 📝✨

Keep an eye out for special Field Research Tasks during the Winter Holiday event. Spinning PokéStops might reward you with exclusive tasks and fantastic prizes. Here are some examples:

Catch 5 different species of Pokémon 📸
Catch 5 ice-type Pokémon 📸🥶
Catch 7 ice-type Pokémon 📸🥶
Catch 10 different species of Pokémon 📸
Open 5 gifts 🎁
Send 3 gifts and add a sticker to each 🎁🎨
Win a raid 🏆

Boosted Spawns: Encounter Rare Pokémon 🌟📸

During the Winter Holiday event, certain Pokémon will appear more frequently, enhancing your chances of catching them. Keep an eye out for these delightful creatures:

Pikachu (holiday attire) 🎅
Seel ❄️
Eevee (holiday hat) 🧢
Sneasel 🐾
Swinub ❄️
Piloswine ❄️
Galarian Darumaka ❄️
Cryogonal ❄️
Amaura ❄️
Cetoddle ❄️

In addition to the boosted spawns throughout the event, part 1 and part 2 each bring their own set of unique spawns. Check them out:

Part 1: – Alolan Sandshrew ❄️ – Stantler (holiday collar) 🦌 – Spheal (holiday scarf) ❄️ – Bergmite ❄️

Part 2: – Alolan Vulpix ❄️ – Psyduck (holiday attire) 🦆 – Delibird (holiday ribbon) 🎁 – Spheal ❄️ – Vanillite ❄️ – Cubchoo (holiday ribbon) ❄️

Egg Hatches: Surprise from Within 🥚🎁

As you collect eggs from PokéStops during the Winter Holiday event, be prepared for some wintery surprises. Keep an eye out for these Pokémon hatching from 2 km eggs:

Psyduck (holiday attire) 🦆
Eevee (holiday hat) 🧢
Smoochum 👄❄️
Galarian Darumaka ❄️
Amaura ❄️

Starting from part 2 of the event, you’ll also have a chance to hatch Psyduck (holiday attire) from 2 km eggs. Keep those incubators ready!

Raid Targets: Battle Festive Pokémon 🥊🎉

Gather your powerful team and take on the raid challenges of the Winter Holiday event. Defeat and capture these Pokémon in raids:

Pikachu (holiday attire) 🎅
Crabrawler 👊
Cetoddle ❄️
Dewgong ❄️🌊
Lapras 🌊
Glaceon (holiday outfit) ❄️

Part 1 of the event brings exclusive raid encounters as well:

Alolan Sandshrew ❄️
Spheal (holiday scarf) ❄️
Stantler (holiday collar) 🦌

Part 2 introduces its own set of raid targets:

Alolan Vulpix ❄️
Cubchoo (holiday ribbon) ❄️
Delibird (holiday ribbon) 🎁

Frequently Asked Questions ❓🙋‍♀️

Q: Is the Winter Holiday 2023 event free? A: The Winter Wishes Timed Research is free, but the Frosty Festivities Timed Research requires a $4.99 ticket purchase.

Q: When does the event end? A: The event is divided into two parts. The first part runs from Dec. 18-25, and the second part runs from Dec. 25-31.

Q: Are there additional bonuses during the event? A: Yes! Opening gifts grants you bonus XP and Stardust throughout both parts of the event. Plus, you can choose between doubled catch XP or doubled catch Stardust as a perk in Timed Research.

Q: Can I complete both Winter Holiday Part 1 and Part 2 Timed Research sets with a single purchase? A: Absolutely! For $1.99, you can enjoy both sets of Timed Research tasks and rewards.

Q: Are there any exclusive poses or costumed Pokémon in the Frosty Festivities Timed Research? A: While completing the Frosty Festivities Timed Research, you’ll unlock the Winter Pose, adding an extra touch of holiday flair to your trainer.

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