Precious Paths
Time and Date
Precious Paths will start on December 2, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. and end on March 3, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. local time.
Seasonal Bonuses
Precious Paths will feature the following bonuses all Season long!
- One additional Special Trade per day.
- Increased Stardust for the first catch of the day.
- Increased friendship bonus damage dealt by Pokémon in raids.
Precious Paths Special Research
Available to claim from Tuesday, December 2, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. to Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at 9:59 a.m. local time
New parts of the Special Research will unlock over the course of the Season, so make sure to keep an eye on your Research tab!
Masterwork Research: A Precious Catch
For US$7.99 (or the equivalent pricing tier in your local currency), Trainers will receive a Special Research granting a 
Master Ball as one of the rewards.
Receiving a rare and powerful Master Ball is a special occasion—think wisely about how you’ll use it, and keep a lookout for future opportunities in Pokémon GO to acquire more!
New Pokémon to Discover
New Pokémon have been spotted in Pokémon GO! 
Sudowoodo wearing holiday attire, 
Charjabug wearing holiday attire, 
Clobbopus, 
Grapploct, and more make their debuts throughout the season!
Max Pokémon Debuts
New Dynamax and Gigantamax Pokémon make their Pokémon GO debut! Challenge and catch Dynamax Hitmonlee, Dynamax Hitmonchan, Gigantamax Meowth, and more this Season!
Seasonal Highlights
Community Days
Mark your calendar! Precious Paths will have Community Day events on the following dates.
December 6–7
- December Community Day 2025
January 4
- January Community Day Classic
January 18
- January Community Day
February 1
- February Community Day
GO Pass
GO Pass, a limited-time progression track, will be available during Precious Paths! Complete Pass Tasks to earn GO Points to increase your rank and earn rewards.
The GO Pass Deluxe, a paid version of GO Pass, will be available for Trainers looking for upgraded rewards and faster progression.
GO Pass Major Milestone Bonuses
Reach Major Milestones on your GO Pass to unlock the following bonuses.
Tier 1
Rank 25
- Open up to 40 Gifts per day.
- Receive up to 125 Gifts per day from spinning PokéStop and Gym Photo Discs.
- Hold up to 10 additional Gifts in your Item Bag.
Tier 2
Rank 50
- 2× Daily Adventure Incense duration
Tier 3
Rank 75
- Additional rewards for completing in-person raids and Max Battles
Upgrade to the GO Pass Deluxe to increase the following bonus:
Tier 1
Rank 25
- Open up to 50 Gifts per day.
- Receive up to 150 Gifts per day from spinning PokéStop and Gym Photo Discs.
- Hold up to 20 additional Gifts in your Item Bag.
Themed Stickers
You’ll be able to get themed stickers by spinning PokéStops, opening Gifts, and purchasing them from the in-game shop.
GO Battle League
The GO Battle League returns as part of Precious Paths! Get your Pokémon ready to battle in competitions such as the Holiday Cup, Sunshine Cup, Love Cup, and more!
Visit the GO Battle League web page for the schedule and more info!
PokéStop Showcases
Be on the lookout for PokéStop Showcases throughout Pokémon GO: Precious Paths. Log in to find out which Pokémon you can show off!
Seasonal Rotations
Research Breakthrough
✨If you’re lucky, you might encounter a Shiny one!
Wild Spawns
Starting with Precious Paths, Pokémon will appear in different areas across the world, based on their natural habitat and PokéDex entry. Explore different biomes, brush up on your Pokémon knowledge, and see what discoveries await you!
Eggs
2 km Eggs
And more!
5 km Eggs
And more!
Adventure Sync Rewards
And more!
7 km Eggs
And more!
7 km Eggs from Mateo’s Gift Exchange
And more!
10 km Eggs
And more!
Adventure Sync Rewards
And more!