Get ready for the Pokémon Go Holiday festivities! Niantic's Holiday Part One event kicks off December 17th and runs through the 22nd, bringing a flurry of bonuses, special Pokémon encounters, and seasonal challenges.

This event doubles your XP for catching Pokémon and cuts your Egg hatching distance in half. A new costumed Dedenne, sporting its holiday best, makes its debut, with a chance to find its shiny variant. Plus, Shiny Sandygast appears for the very first time!

Explore the wild to discover Alolan Sandshrew, Swinub, and Darumaka. Raids offer a festive roster: One-star raids feature Winter Carnival Pikachu and holiday-themed Psyduck. Three-star raids challenge you with Undersea Holiday Glaceon and Cryogonal, while Mega Latias and Mega Latios headline the Mega Raids.

Seven-kilometer Eggs hold the potential to hatch Hisuian Growlithe or a holiday-ribboned Cubchoo. Complete event-themed Field Research tasks, or opt for the $2.00 Timed Research for extra encounters with costumed Pokémon, Premium Battle Passes, and other rewards.

Collection Challenges return, rewarding Stardust, Poké Balls, and Great Balls for catching and raiding achievements. Don't miss the PokéStop Showcases to display your festive Pokémon. Plus, snag some free in-game items using available Pokémon Go codes!

The Pokémon Go Web Store presents two limited-time offers: The Ultra Holiday Box ($4.99) includes Pokémon and Item Bag upgrades plus 17 Rare Candies, while the Holiday Part 1 Ultra Ticket Box ($6.99) grants access to event activities and a Premium Battle Pass. Stock up on supplies now!