Pokemon GO Fest 2025 Host Cities Announced

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

Pokemon GO's 2025 GO Fest locations have been announced: Osaka (May 29-June 1), Jersey City (June 6-8), and Paris (June 13-15). While details remain scarce, including ticket pricing and specific event features, Niantic promises further information closer to the dates.

The enduring appeal of Pokemon GO, despite its initial hype waning, is evident in the continued popularity of GO Fest. These events consistently draw large crowds, offering unique Pokemon encounters, including region-exclusive and previously unavailable Shiny forms. While in-person attendance is ideal, the global event typically provides many of the same benefits for those unable to travel.

2024 GO Fest: A Potential Indicator for 2025 Pricing?

Ticket pricing for past GO Fests has shown regional variations and minor year-to-year fluctuations. However, a recent price hike for Community Day tickets – from $1 to $2 USD – has sparked player discontent. This raises concerns about potential price increases for the 2025 GO Fest. Given the negative reaction to the Community Day price change, Niantic is likely to approach any GO Fest price adjustments cautiously, particularly considering the dedicated fanbase who travel significant distances for these events. Past pricing ranged from approximately ¥3500-¥3600 in Japan, $33-$40 in Europe, and $30 in the US for in-person events, with a consistent $14.99 global price.