Pokemon GO Fest 2025: Osaka, Jersey City, and Paris!
Pokemon GO Fest 2025 is headed to Osaka, Jersey City, and Paris! This exciting news has already got fans planning their travel itineraries. While the overall Pokemon GO player base may have shrunk since launch, the annual GO Fest remains a major draw, bringing players together for unique Pokemon encounters.
Past GO Fests have featured rare and region-exclusive Pokemon, often including previously unavailable Shiny variants. The events are usually considered worthwhile by attendees, and the global event offers many similar benefits for those unable to attend in person.
The 2025 Fest will kick off in Osaka, Japan (May 29 - June 1), followed by Jersey City, New Jersey (June 6-8), and concluding in Paris, France (June 13-15). Further details, including pricing and specific event features, are still under wraps, but Niantic promises more information as the dates approach.
2024's GO Fest: A Potential Precursor to 2025 Pricing?
Ticket prices for past GO Fests have shown some regional variation and minor year-to-year fluctuations. For example, the Japanese event cost roughly ¥3500-¥3600 in 2023 and 2024, while the European event saw a price decrease from approximately $40 USD in 2023 to $33 USD in 2024. US pricing remained consistent at $30 in both years, with the global event priced at $14.99.
However, a recent price increase for Pokemon GO Community Day tickets (from $1 to $2 USD) has sparked community discontent. This has raised concerns about potential price hikes for the 2025 GO Fest. Given this negative feedback, Niantic will likely approach any price adjustments cautiously, especially considering the dedication of players who travel internationally for these events.
