Exclusives Unveiled: Unveiling Host Cities for Pokémon GO Fest 2025

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

Pokemon GO Fest 2025 is heading to Osaka, Jersey City, and Paris! This exciting news comes early in the year, giving fans plenty of time to plan their travel. Past GO Fest ticket prices have varied slightly by location and year.

While Pokemon GO's initial popularity has waned, the game maintains a dedicated global player base. The annual Pokemon GO Fest remains a major draw, uniting players in three host cities, with a corresponding global event. These Fests typically feature unique Pokemon spawns, including region-exclusive or previously unavailable Shiny Pokemon. While attendance is a highlight for many, the global event offers similar benefits for those unable to travel.

The 2025 tour kicks off in Osaka, Japan (May 29 - June 1), followed by Jersey City, New Jersey (June 6-8), and concluding in Paris, France (June 13-15). Details regarding pricing and specific event features are yet to be released; Niantic promises more information closer to the dates.

2024 GO Fest: A Potential Preview of 2025 Pricing?

Anticipation for this year's Pokemon GO Fest is high. Historically, ticket prices have been relatively stable. In 2023 and 2024, the Japanese event cost approximately ¥3500-¥3600, while the European event saw a price reduction from roughly $40 USD in 2023 to $33 USD in 2024. Regional pricing appears to be a key factor; the US price remained at $30 in both years, with global tickets priced at $14.99.

Despite unveiling new in-game events, Pokemon GO has faced community backlash over a recent Community Day ticket price increase from $1 to $2 USD. This has raised concerns about potential GO Fest price hikes. Given this negative reaction to a small price increase, Niantic may proceed cautiously, especially considering the dedicated fanbase that travels for these in-person events.