Pokemon GO’s Precious Pals event is taking place in January 2026, marking the arrival of shiny Fidough and Dachsbun. Aside from these new additions, there are also a variety of rewards that can be earned from event Field Research Tasks, Collection Challenges, and Premium Timed Research.
If you’re looking for a complete list of all Field Research Tasks, Collection Challenges, Timed Research Tasks, and their rewards during Pokemon GO’s Precious Pals event, all relevant information has been included in the guide below.
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- All Field Research Tasks, Collection Challenges, & Rewards in Pokemon GO’s Precious Pals event
All Field Research Tasks, Collection Challenges, & Rewards in Pokemon GO’s Precious Pals event
Pokemon GO’s Precious Pals event begins on January 20, 2026, at 10 AM local time and will conclude on January 25, 2026, at 8 PM local time. During this five-day period, there are three Field Research Tasks, two Collection Challenges, and a Premium Timed Research that can be completed to earn bonus goodies and encounters.
A complete summary of all Field Research Tasks, Collection Challenges, and Timed Research steps, plus their rewards, has been outlined below:
All Field Research Tasks & Rewards During Pokemon GO Perfect Pals
| Task | Rewards |
|---|---|
| Earn a Candy exploring with your buddy | Fidough |
| Give your buddy 1 treats | Razz Berry x5 Nanab Berry x5 Pinap Berry x5 |
| Take a snapshot of your buddy | Goldeen Pawmi Eevee |
Precious Pals Collection Challenge: In Knead of a Friend
- Fidough
- Dachsbun
| Rewards |
|---|
| 5000 XP |
| Fidough |
| 5000x Stardust |
Precious Pals Collection Challenge: Little Friends, Big Potential
- Magikarp
- Swablu
- Wimpod
- Stufful
| Rewards |
|---|
| 5000 XP |
| Fidough |
| 5000x Stardust |
All Paid Premium Timed Research Tasks & Rewards During Pokemon GO Precious Pals
Price: $4.99 USD or the same equivalent in your local currency.
Note: All Premium Timed Research tasks must be completed and rewards claimed by the Pinch Perfect event end date of January 11, 2026 at 8 PM local time.
Premium Timed Research – Step 1
| Task | Rewards |
|---|---|
| Earn 5 hearts with your buddy | Wimpod |
| Earn 10 hearts with your buddy | Swablu |
| Earn 15 hearts with your buddy | Pancham |
| Feed your buddy 1 time | Magikarp |
| Feed your buddy 3 time | Espurr |
| Take a snapshot with your buddy | Poffin x1 |
Step Completion Rewards:
- Heart pose
- Fidough
- Stardust x3000