Trainers, get ready! January 2023 Community Day has been officially announced for Pokémon GO, bringing a wave of exciting new content, exclusive rewards, and gameplay opportunities that you won’t want to miss this May.
The event runs from January 7, 2023 to January 7, 2023. Read on for our complete breakdown of bonuses, featured Pokémon, preparation tips, shiny chances, and strategies to maximize your rewards.
📅 January 2023 Community Day — Event Details
| 📛 Event Name | January 2023 Community Day |
| 🏷️ Event Type | Community day |
| 📆 Start Date | January 7, 2023 |
| 📆 End Date | January 7, 2023 |
| 🎮 Game | Pokémon GO |
| 🌍 Availability | Worldwide (local time) |
🎯 January 2023 Community Day — Complete Guide & Strategy
What is Community Day?
Community Day is one of the most anticipated monthly events in Pokémon GO. During this 3-hour window (typically 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM local time), a featured Pokémon spawns in massively increased numbers across the world. The featured Pokémon has access to an exclusive move when evolved during the event window and up to 5 hours after it ends.
Community Day Bonuses
Community Days come packed with incredible bonuses:
- 3× Catch XP — Stack with Lucky Eggs for 6× XP
- 2× Catch Candy — Use Pinap Berries for even more candy
- ½ Egg Hatch Distance — Great for hatching eggs
- 3-hour Lure Modules & Incense — Extended attract duration
- 2× chance to receive Candy XL for trainers Level 31+
- Photobombs — Take snapshots for bonus encounters
Shiny Rate During Community Day
Community Day features a significantly boosted shiny rate of approximately 1 in 25 for the featured Pokémon. This means you can realistically expect to find 5-10 shiny Pokémon during the 3-hour event window if you’re actively catching. Use the Quick Catch trick to maximize your encounters per hour.
Exclusive Move Strategy
The exclusive Community Day move is only available by evolving the featured Pokémon during the event or up to 5 hours after. You can also use an Elite TM later, but these are rare and expensive. We recommend evolving your best IVs during the event window to guarantee the move. Check our Moves Database for detailed move stats.
🎒 How to Prepare for January 2023 Community Day
Proper preparation can make the difference between a good event and an incredible one. Follow these tips to ensure you’re ready for everything January 2023 Community Day has to offer:
✅ Save your Pinap Berries and Silver Pinap Berries for the event. Doubling candy on featured Pokémon can save you hundreds of catches worth of candy for evolving and powering up.
✅ Clear out your Pokémon Storage by transferring unwanted Pokémon. You’ll need space for all the event encounters, potential hundos, and shiny Pokémon. Consider holding a mass-transfer session the day before.
✅ Stock up on Poké Balls, Great Balls, and Ultra Balls before the event starts. Open gifts from friends and spin PokéStops during your daily routine to build your supply. Running out of balls mid-event is every trainer’s nightmare.
✅ Check the event calendar in the game’s News section and set reminders for start times, bonus windows, and any special raid hours.
💰 Maximizing Your Rewards During January 2023 Community Day
Every event in Pokémon GO comes with special bonuses. Smart trainers know how to stack these bonuses for maximum efficiency. Here’s how to get the most out of this event:
💡 Check your Special Research and Timed Research tabs frequently. New research often drops silently during events with valuable rewards like Rare Candy, Elite TMs, and exclusive encounters.
💡 Keep an eye on Raid Bosses — they often rotate to match the event theme. New or returning Legendary Pokémon are common during major events.
💡 Take advantage of increased Incense and Lure Module effectiveness during the event. These items often have extended durations or attract more Pokémon during event hours.
💡 If there are XP bonuses active, stack a Lucky Egg with Excellent throws for maximum gains. Each Excellent throw with a Lucky Egg during 2× XP can net you 2,000+ XP per catch.
✨ Shiny Pokémon During January 2023 Community Day
The shiny rate for event-featured Pokémon is typically boosted above the standard 1/512 rate. For Community Days it’s around 1/25, and for event features it can be around 1/125 to 1/256.
New shiny Pokémon are frequently introduced during events. Keep your eyes open for any announcements about shiny debuts — being among the first to catch a newly released shiny is always exciting! For a complete list of all available shinies, check our Shiny Pokémon checklist.
Shiny Checking Tips: You can tell if a Pokémon is shiny from the encounter screen by looking for sparkles and a different color palette. If you see a shiny, use a Golden Razz Berry and an Ultra Ball to ensure the catch. Shiny Pokémon from raids and research have a 100% catch rate (as long as you hit them with the ball).
⚔️ PvP & GO Battle League Relevance
If the event includes special cups or formats, use this time to build and test your teams. Practice in unranked before jumping into ranked matches.
When evaluating Pokémon for PvP during events, pay special attention to IVs. In Great League and Ultra League, the ideal PvP IVs are typically 0/15/15 or close to it — low Attack with high Defense and Stamina maximizes your stat product under the CP cap. Use our Pokédex to find specific PvP IV rankings for each Pokémon.
🏟️ Raid Guide for January 2023 Community Day
Raids are a core part of most Pokémon GO events. During January 2023 Community Day, expect changes to the raid boss rotation. Here’s what you need to know:
- 1-Star Raids: Great for solo trainers, often feature event-themed Pokémon
- 3-Star Raids: Soloable with strong teams, good rewards
- 5-Star Raids: Legendary Pokémon, need 3-6 trainers depending on counters
- Mega Raids: Mega-evolved Pokémon, excellent for farming Mega Energy
Remember to check the Type Chart for type advantages against raid bosses, and build your teams using the Best Attackers list for the most effective counters.
🏆 Pro Tips & Tricks for January 2023 Community Day
🎯 Plan Your Route: Before the event starts, identify areas with high PokéStop and gym density. Parks, shopping centers, and downtown areas typically have the best spawn density for events.
🎯 Trade With Friends: After the event, trade duplicate shinies and high-level catches with friends. Lucky trades guarantee at least 12/12/12 IVs, which can turn a good catch into a great one.
🎯 Tag Your Best Catches: Use the in-game tagging system to mark your best catches during the event. Create tags like ‘Event Hundos’, ‘PvP IVs’, or ‘To Evolve’ to stay organized.
🎯 Weather Boost Awareness: Keep an eye on in-game weather. Weather-boosted Pokémon have higher IVs (minimum 4/4/4) and give extra Stardust. If the event features a type that’s currently weather-boosted, you’ll find even better specimens.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions About January 2023 Community Day
Q: When does January 2023 Community Day start and end?
A: The event starts on January 7, 2023 and ends on January 7, 2023. All times are in your local timezone.
Q: Is January 2023 Community Day available worldwide?
A: Most Pokémon GO events are available globally, running in each trainer’s local timezone. Some features like regional Pokémon or in-person events may have location restrictions.
Q: Do I need a ticket for January 2023 Community Day?
A: This event is free for all trainers. However, optional premium content like Timed Research or event boxes may be available for purchase.
Q: Can I get shiny Pokémon during this event?
A: Yes! Most events feature Pokémon with available shiny forms, and some events introduce new shiny releases. Check our Shiny Pokémon checklist for the full list of available shinies.
Q: What should I prioritize during the event?
A: Focus on catching featured Pokémon (especially shinies and high-IVs), completing event research tasks, taking advantage of bonus multipliers, and participating in event raids. Use Lucky Eggs and Star Pieces during bonus windows for maximum efficiency.
📚 Related Guides & Resources
This guide is updated as new information becomes available. Last updated: May 19, 2026. Data sourced from Pokémon GO Live and community research.