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, Japan; Jersey City, New Jersey; and Paris, France. These events will take place from May 29th to June 15th, spanning three weekends across the globe. While specific details remain scarce, including pricing and featured Pokemon, Niantic promises further information as the dates approach.

Despite a decline in overall popularity since its launch, Pokemon GO maintains a dedicated player base, with GO Fest being a significant draw for in-person participation. These events typically offer unique Pokemon encounters, including region-locked or previously unavailable Shiny variants. For those unable to attend in person, a global event usually provides many of the same benefits.

2024 GO Fest: A Potential Indicator of 2025 Pricing?

Ticket pricing for past GO Fests has shown regional variations and minor fluctuations year-over-year. However, a recent price increase for Community Day tickets from $1 to $2 USD has sparked player discontent. This has raised concerns about potential price hikes for the 2025 GO Fest. Given the negative reaction to this smaller price adjustment, Niantic is likely to approach any GO Fest price increases cautiously, particularly considering the dedication of attendees who travel internationally for these events. The pricing for 2024's GO Fest provides some insight into potential cost structures for the upcoming year. In 2024, prices ranged from approximately ¥3500-¥3600 in Japan, $33 in Europe (down from $40 in 2023), $30 in the US, and $14.99 globally.