Pokémon has just dropped a massive announcement: a brand-new fan event, PokémonXP, is hitting San Francisco from August 28-30, 2026! And get this – it's running concurrently with the 2026 Pokémon World Championships at the Moscone Center. The news broke during the closing ceremony of the 2025 Pokémon World Championships, sending ripples of excitement through the global fandom. 
PokémonXP is being hyped as "a celebration of all things Pokémon." According to the official website, the event will bring together a diverse array of Pokémon experiences and partners. Expect panels, unique workshops, special guest appearances, and exclusive merchandise, all designed to let fans dive deep into the community vibe and fully immerse themselves in the magic of Pokémon.
The highly coveted Pokémon Center pop-up shop, previously exclusive to World Championships attendees, will now be open to PokémonXP ticket holders. Get ready for some serious merch madness!
Mark your calendars: the first wave of multi-day ticket registrations kicks off on September 17, 2025, with two drops – one at 9 AM and another at 8 PM. Single-day tickets will follow in Spring 2026, alongside the full event schedule. Multi-day passes come in two flavors: a standard version and a "Multi-Day Pass + Arena Experience," with the latter granting access to the epic Championship Sunday finals. No matter which pass you grab, you'll score two Pokémon TCG packs, a commemorative pin, and a lanyard.
As for pricing, multi-day passes start at $70 for attendees under 18, and $120 for adults. Keep an eye out for limited "Pidgey Pricing" discounts! 
In a major upgrade, Championship Sunday in 2026 will be held at San Francisco's Chase Center for the first time ever. This venue boasts a capacity of over 18,000 spectators – a massive leap from the 7,500 seats available at this year's Anaheim Convention Center arena. It clearly signals Pokémon's huge commitment to both the World Championships and its fan events.
via： PokémonXP