Pokemon GO Fest 2025: Osaka, Jersey City, and Paris to Host the Event
Pokemon GO has announced the locations for its 2025 GO Fest: Osaka, Japan; Jersey City, New Jersey; and Paris, France. Dates are set for May 29th-June 1st (Osaka), June 6th-8th (Jersey City), and June 13th-15th (Paris). Further details, including ticket pricing and event specifics, are forthcoming.
While the game's overall popularity has waned since its launch, Pokemon GO Fest remains a significant draw, attracting players worldwide with exclusive Pokemon spawns, including region-locked and previously unavailable Shiny forms. The events offer a compelling experience for in-person attendees, while a global event typically provides many of the same benefits for those unable to attend in person.
2024 GO Fest: A Potential Indicator of 2025 Pricing?
Ticket prices for past GO Fests have shown regional variations and minor fluctuations year-over-year. However, recent price increases for Pokemon GO Community Day tickets—from $1 to $2 USD—have caused player discontent. This raises concerns about potential price hikes for the 2025 GO Fest. Given the negative reaction to the Community Day price increase, Niantic is likely to approach 2025 GO Fest pricing cautiously, especially considering the dedication of players who travel internationally for these events. Past pricing ranged from approximately ¥3500-¥3600 in Japan, $33-$40 in Europe (decreasing from 2023 to 2024), and $30 in the US (consistent across 2023 and 2024). Global event tickets remained at $14.99 for both 2023 and 2024.
