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 (May 29-June 1), Jersey City (June 6-8), and Paris (June 13-15). While details remain scarce, including pricing and specific event features, Niantic promises further information closer to the dates.

The enduring popularity of Pokemon GO, despite its initial hype waning, is evident in the continued excitement surrounding GO Fest. These events consistently draw large crowds, offering unique Pokemon spawns, including region-exclusive and previously unavailable Shiny forms. While attending in person is a significant draw for many, the global event provides a similar experience for those unable to travel.

2024 GO Fest: A Potential Indicator for 2025 Pricing?

Ticket pricing for past GO Fests has shown regional variations and minor year-to-year fluctuations. However, a recent price increase for Community Day tickets (from $1 to $2 USD) has sparked player concern about potential GO Fest price hikes. This discontent is particularly relevant given the dedication of players who travel internationally for these events. Niantic will likely need to carefully consider pricing for the 2025 events, given the existing negative reaction to the Community Day price adjustment. The 2024 GO Fest pricing provides a benchmark: approximately ¥3500-¥3600 in Japan, $33 in Europe (down from $40 in 2023), $30 in the US, and $14.99 globally (consistent across 2023 and 2024). These regional differences are expected to continue.