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. Specific dates for each city are as follows: Osaka (May 29-June 1), Jersey City (June 6-8), and Paris (June 13-15). Further details, including ticket pricing and event features, are yet to be revealed by Niantic, with more information promised closer to the event dates.

Despite the waning overall popularity of Pokemon GO since its initial launch, the annual GO Fest remains a significant draw for players worldwide. These events consistently feature unique Pokemon spawns, including region-exclusive and previously unavailable Shiny forms, attracting dedicated fans. The global event generally mirrors many of the benefits of the in-person experiences for those unable to attend.

2024 GO Fest: A Potential Indicator for 2025 Pricing?

The pricing of past GO Fest tickets offers some insight into potential costs for 2025. Historical data shows regional variations, with prices fluctuating slightly year-over-year. For example, the Japanese event cost approximately ¥3500-¥3600 in both 2023 and 2024. The European event saw a price reduction, from roughly $40 USD in 2023 to $33 USD in 2024. The US event remained consistent at $30 USD across both years, while the global event cost $14.99 in both years.

However, recent price increases for Pokemon GO Community Day tickets (from $1 USD to $2 USD) have sparked player discontent. This could indicate a potential price hike for GO Fest tickets in 2025. Given the negative community reaction to this relatively small price increase, Niantic may be cautious about raising GO Fest prices, particularly considering the dedicated fanbase that travels significant distances to attend these events.