Pokémon GO Fest 2025: Host Cities Unveiled

Pokemon GO Fest 2025: Osaka, Jersey City, and Paris!

Pokemon GO Fest 2025 is heading to Osaka, Jersey City, and Paris! This exciting news has already got fans marking their calendars for a summer filled with Pokemon adventures. Past GO Fest ticket prices varied slightly by location and year, but the recent Community Day ticket price increase has some players concerned about potential GO Fest cost changes.

While Pokemon GO's initial craze has subsided, its global community remains strong. GO Fest, a major in-person event, brings players together worldwide. These events are known for featuring rare and region-exclusive Pokemon, including previously unavailable Shiny forms. The global version of the event also offers many of the same benefits for those unable to attend in person.

The 2025 events are scheduled as follows:

• Osaka, Japan: May 29 - June 1
• Jersey City, New Jersey: June 6 - 8
• Paris, France: June 13 - 15

Further details, including pricing and specific event features, are yet to be announced. Niantic promises more information closer to the event dates.

2024 GO Fest: A Potential Indicator?

The pricing of past GO Fests offers some insight. Ticket prices have generally remained consistent, with some regional differences. In 2023 and 2024:

• Japan: Roughly ¥3500-¥3600
• Europe: Decreased from ~$40 USD in 2023 to ~$33 USD in 2024
• US: $30 USD in both years
• Global: $14.99 USD in both years

However, a recent increase in Pokemon GO Community Day ticket prices (from $1 to $2 USD) has caused player discontent. This sparks concern that GO Fest ticket prices might also see an increase. Given the negative player reaction to the Community Day price change, Niantic will likely proceed cautiously with GO Fest pricing, especially considering the dedication of in-person attendees.