Pokémon GO Fest 2026: Dates, Locations & What We Know So Far

Pokémon GO Fest is coming back in summer 2026 – and this time it’s extra special. Pokémon GO is celebrating 10 years of exploration, community, and adventure, and Niantic is marking the occasion with three massive in-person festivals plus a returning GO Fest 2026: Global event.

If you’re thinking about planning travel, here are all the confirmed dates and locations so far, plus what we know (and don’t know yet) about the celebrations.

Pokémon GO Fest 2026 In-Person Locations & Dates

For 2026, GO Fest will take place across three iconic cities on three different weekends.

🎌 GO Fest: Tokyo – Bay Area

Event dates: Friday, May 29 – Monday, June 1, 2026
Ticketed Citywide Gameplay begins: Monday, May 25, 2026

Tokyo’s Bay Area will host the first GO Fest of the year, kicking off the 10th anniversary celebrations. The park venue name hasn’t been announced yet, but expect a mix of park gameplay and extended experiences across the wider bay area.

GO Fest: Chicago – Grant Park

Event dates: Friday, June 5 – Sunday, June 7, 2026
Ticketed Citywide Gameplay begins: Thursday, June 4, 2026

GO Fest returns to Grant Park in Chicago, one of the series’ most iconic locations. Trainers can look forward to a weekend of special spawns and citywide adventures across downtown Chicago and surrounding areas.

GO Fest: Copenhagen – Fælledparken

Event dates: Friday, June 12 – Sunday, June 14, 2026
Ticketed Citywide Gameplay begins: Thursday, June 11, 2026

The third stop is Fælledparken in Copenhagen, Denmark. With park gameplay plus citywide features starting the day before, this will be the European centrepiece of GO Fest 2026.

What Is “Ticketed Citywide Gameplay”?

Alongside park sessions, each GO Fest location will feature ticketed citywide gameplay, starting a few days before or overlapping the main event dates.

While Niantic hasn’t shared the full details for 2026 yet, previous years’ citywide experiences have typically included:

Special encounters spread across the host city
Event-themed raids and bonuses
Optional exploration routes encouraging you to see more than just the park

For 2026, we know when citywide gameplay starts in each city:

Tokyo: begins May 25, 2026
Chicago: begins June 4, 2026
Copenhagen: begins June 11, 2026

Exact details about what the citywide ticket includes will be revealed closer to the event.

Pokémon GO Fest 2026: Global Is Also Returning

If you can’t travel to Tokyo, Chicago or Copenhagen, don’t worry – Pokémon GO Fest 2026: Global is also confirmed to be returning later in the summer.

So far we know:

GO Fest Global will happen in 2026
It will offer a way to celebrate from anywhere in the world
More information will be shared in March and throughout the spring

Dates, ticket pricing, featured Pokémon, and bonuses for GO Fest 2026: Global are still to come, so keep an eye out for updates.

10 Years of Pokémon GO: Why GO Fest 2026 Matters

Pokémon GO launched in 2016, which means 2026 marks the game’s 10th anniversary. GO Fest 2026 isn’t just another yearly event—it’s a celebration of a decade of:

Global meetups and community days
Real-world exploration and travel
Unique regional events and stories
Friendships (and even relationships) formed through the game

Expect Niantic to lean into the milestone with:

Big themed celebrations
Nostalgic nods to earlier eras of the game
A focus on bringing long-time and returning Trainers back together

We don’t have specifics on featured Pokémon or special bonuses yet, so for now the focus is on saving the dates and planning travel.

Planning Ahead: Tips for Trainers

If you’re considering attending one of the in-person GO Fest events:

Choose your city early
- Tokyo for a huge city + bay experience
- Chicago for the classic Grant Park festival vibe
- Copenhagen for a European summer park event
Watch for ticket announcements
- Tickets and citywide bundles often sell out in waves
- Early bird options or timed ticket releases are common
Book travel and accommodation in advance
- These weekends will attract fans from around the world
- Staying near the park or main transport routes makes event days easier
Stay tuned for official updates
- Niantic has said more details will arrive in March and spring 2026
- Featured Pokémon, bonuses, and hour-by-hour gameplay will be revealed later

Stay Safe & Follow Local Guidelines

As always, when playing at large live events:

Be aware of your surroundings
Follow local health and safety guidance
Respect the host cities, parks, and community spaces
Keep an eye on official channels in case event details change

Upcoming events are always subject to change, so it’s worth double-checking information closer to the dates.

Final Summary

Pokémon GO Fest 2026 will take place in:

Tokyo (Bay Area) – May 29 to June 1, 2026 (citywide from May 25)
Chicago (Grant Park) – June 5 to June 7, 2026 (citywide from June 4)
Copenhagen (Fælledparken) – June 12 to June 14, 2026 (citywide from June 11)

Plus, GO Fest 2026: Global will return later in the summer, giving Trainers everywhere a chance to join in the 10th anniversary celebration.

As more information drops—like ticket sales, featured Pokémon, and special bonuses—we’ll update this post with all the key details you need to plan your GO Fest 2026 adventure.