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 appeal of Pokemon GO, despite its initial hype waning, is evident in the continued popularity of GO Fest. These events attract players worldwide with unique Pokemon spawns, including region-exclusive and previously unavailable Shiny forms. The global event typically mirrors many of the in-person event benefits for those unable to attend.
2024 GO Fest: A Potential Indicator for 2025 Pricing?
Ticket pricing for past GO Fests varied geographically and experienced minor fluctuations year-over-year. For instance, the Japanese event hovered around ¥3500-¥3600 in 2023 and 2024, while European prices dropped from roughly $40 in 2023 to $33 in 2024. US prices remained consistent at $30, and global tickets cost $14.99 in both years.
However, a recent price increase for Pokemon GO Community Day tickets (from $1 to $2) has sparked player discontent. This could foreshadow potential price hikes for GO Fest. Given the negative player reaction to this relatively small increase, Niantic will likely approach any GO Fest price adjustments cautiously, especially considering the dedicated fanbase that travels for these special events.
