Pokemon GO Fest 2025 Host Cities Announced

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

Pokemon GO Fest 2025 is heading to Osaka, Jersey City, and Paris! Past events have shown ticket prices vary by location and year, with minor fluctuations. However, recent increases in Community Day ticket prices have fans concerned about potential GO Fest cost hikes.

While Pokemon GO's initial popularity has waned, the game maintains a dedicated global fanbase. A key draw is the annual Pokemon GO Fest, typically held across three cities, followed by a global event. These Fests feature unique Pokemon spawns, including region-exclusive or previously unavailable Shiny Pokemon. Attendance is highly valued by many players, although the global event provides similar benefits for those who can't attend in person.

The 2025 events will take place in Osaka (May 29 - June 1), Jersey City (June 6 - 8), and Paris (June 13 - 15). Specific details regarding event content and pricing are yet to be released by Niantic, with more information promised closer to the dates.

2024's GO Fest: A Potential Indicator for 2025?

The pricing of past GO Fests offers some insight. Ticket prices have generally remained stable. In 2023 and 2024, Japan saw tickets priced around ¥3500-¥3600, while European prices decreased from roughly $40 USD in 2023 to $33 in 2024. Pricing appears regionally influenced; the US maintained a $30 price point in both years, with global tickets consistently priced at $14.99.

Despite unveiling new in-game events, Niantic faces player backlash over a recent Community Day ticket price increase from $1 to $2 USD. This has fueled speculation about potential GO Fest price increases. Given this negative reaction to a relatively small price adjustment, Niantic is likely to proceed cautiously, particularly given the passionate, dedicated fanbase who travel for these in-person events.