Winter is finally coming to a close for the northern hemisphere, and a distinctly tropical breeze is blowing. The Season of Alola is here, and with it we have several new Pokemon to add to our collections, as well as at least one new Legendary Pokemon that will help to usher in the month of March. Put on your walking shoes, because it's time to get up and GO.
March 2021 Research Breakthrough
| Research Start | Research End |
|---|---|
| March 1, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. PST | April 1, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. PST |
While not the single most exciting Pokemon choice, Alolan Vulpix does at least fit the theme of the season. Its Shiny forme will be available via research breakthrough, so best of luck to all of the Shiny hunters out there!
Five Star and Mega Raid Bosses
Raids Start: March 1, 2022
Raids End: March 15, 2022
This marks the release of Tapu Koko
Raids Start: March 15, 2022
Raids End: March 22, 2022
Shiny Tornadus - Therian Forme will be available
Raids Start: March 22, 2022
Raids End: April 5, 2022
The subject for this raid window has not yet been announced
Mega Raids
Raids Start: March 1, 2022
Raids End: Match 15, 2022
Raids Start: March 15, 2022
Raids End: March 22, 2022
Raids Start: March 22, 2022
Raids End: April 5, 2022
Spotlight Hours
| Spotlight Period | Bonus |
|---|---|
| Tuesday, March 1, 2022, 6:00-7:00 p.m. local time | 2x Transfer Candy |
| Spotlight Period | Bonus |
|---|---|
| Tuesday, March 8, 2022, 6:00-7:00 p.m. local time | 2x Evolution XP |
| Spotlight Period | Bonus |
|---|---|
| Tuesday, March 15, 2022, 6:00-7:00 p.m. local time | 2x Catch Stardust |
| Spotlight Period | Bonus |
|---|---|
| Tuesday, March 22, 2022, 6:00-7:00 p.m. local time | 2x Catch XP |
| Spotlight Period | Bonus |
|---|---|
| Tuesday, March 29, 2022, 6:00-7:00 p.m. local time | 2x Catch Candy |
Events
While it's likely that this is not a complete list, Niantic has given us information on at least a few upcoming events:
| Event | Start | End |
|---|---|---|
| Welcome to Alola | March 1, 2022 | March 9, 2022 |
| Festival of Colors | March 15, 2022 | March 20, 2022 |
| Lush Jungle | March 22, 2022 | March 29, 2022 |
