Pokemon GO Fest 2025 Host Cities Announced

Pokemon GO Fest 2025: Osaka, Jersey City, and Paris to Host the Event

Pokemon GO has announced the locations for its 2025 GO Fest: Osaka, Japan; Jersey City, New Jersey; and Paris, France. Dates are set for May 29th-June 1st (Osaka), June 6th-8th (Jersey City), and June 13th-15th (Paris). Further details, including ticket pricing and event specifics, are forthcoming.

While the game's overall popularity has waned since its launch, Pokemon GO Fest remains a significant draw for players worldwide. These events typically feature exclusive Pokemon spawns, including region-locked or previously unavailable Shiny variants, making them highly sought-after experiences. A global event usually complements the in-person celebrations.

2024 GO Fest: A Potential Indicator of 2025 Pricing?

The pricing history of Pokemon GO Fest offers some insight into potential costs for the 2025 events. Ticket prices have generally remained consistent, though regional variations exist. In 2023 and 2024, Japanese events cost approximately ¥3500-¥3600, while European prices decreased from roughly $40 USD in 2023 to $33 USD in 2024. US prices remained at $30 USD for both years, and global event tickets were $14.99.

However, a recent price increase for Pokemon GO Community Day tickets (from $1 to $2 USD) has sparked player discontent. This could foreshadow a potential price hike for GO Fest tickets. Given the negative reaction to this smaller price increase, Niantic will likely proceed cautiously, especially considering the dedicated fanbase who travel to these events.