This summer, Pokémon GO Fest 2025 is bringing the excitement to Asia, America, and Europe! Niantic has a fantastic lineup of events and rewards planned. Read on to learn about the festivities, ticket information, and bonus rewards.

Pokémon GO Fest 2025: A Global Invitation for Trainers

Volcanion's Highly Anticipated Debut

Trainers worldwide are invited to join the Pokémon GO Fest 2025 this summer! In-person events kick off May 29th, with locations including:

• Osaka, Japan (Expo ‘70 Commemorative Park): May 29th - June 1st
• Jersey City, New Jersey, USA (Liberty State Park): June 6th - 8th
• Paris, France (Parc de Sceaux): June 13th - 15th

A major highlight? The debut of the elusive Steam Pokémon, Volcanion! All ticket holders will receive a Special Research encounter with Volcanion. Please note: each player gets only one Volcanion encounter, regardless of the number of tickets held. Additional Special Research stories will reward Volcanion Candy.

Tickets for each regional event are available on the official Niantic Pokémon GO website. Pricing details are available there.

Exclusive Merchandise: Pre-Order Now!

Celebrate GO Fest in style with exclusive Pokémon GO Fest 2025 merchandise! Pre-order limited-edition apparel and accessories, including t-shirts, tote bags, hoodies, lapel pins, and Pokémon-themed backpacks. Items are available for pre-order only and will be claimed during the respective events.

Important note: Lapel pins and limited-edition Pikachu, Gengar, and Wobbuffet backpacks are exclusive to Jersey City and Paris events only.

Pokémon GO Fest 2025: Global – A Worldwide Celebration!

Can't make it to a regional event? Don't worry! Pokémon GO Fest 2025: Global takes place online on June 28th and 29th, offering worldwide participation. Global event tickets grant access to exclusive Timed Research for Volcanion, plus 5x Max Revives, 5x Rare Candies, and 3x Premium Battle Passes.

Global event tickets are available for purchase until June 29th. Trainers who purchase tickets by April 15th and play Pokémon GO anytime between April 8th, 10 AM local time and April 15th, 10 AM local time will receive a special Timed Research awarding an additional Skiddo encounter.

Get ready, Trainers! Pokémon GO Fest 2025 awaits!