The Pokémon World Championship Is Coming To San Francisco In 2026 With An Exciting New Fan Event

Two major Pokémon events are coming to San Francisco in 2026. The Pokémon World Championship and a brand new fan event called Pokémon XP . The two events are scheduled for August 28-30, 2026 , at the Moscone Center in San Francisco. The world championship is an invite-only esports event, gathering Pokémon enthusiasts from across the world to compete across various game platforms. The event lasts three days, and the total prize pool totals over 2 million. Games included in the championship are the trading card game, Pokémon VGC, and Pokémon GO. The annual championships are already an exciting event that draws loyal fans and many people who want to embrace the nostalgia of the iconic game . Next year, the Championship will include even more events for fans, with the announcement of Pokémon XP . The fan event will include multiple activations and events, such as panels, workshops, and more. Attendees will have access to an exclusive pop-up shop for souvenirs along with an autograph room. You can also expect special guests (who are yet to be announced) making appearances, trying out the beginner-friendly Play Lab, or attending a creative workshop. Multi-day passes for Pokémon XP will go on sale on September 17 , and single-day passes will be available at a later date. A multi-day pass starts at $120 for adults, but if you want to gain entry to the arena to see the championship competition along with the fan event, passes start at $150. The Pokémon World Championships first started over 20 years ago in 2004 , with the trading card game. Over the years, it has grown to include other Pokémon games and has taken place at various cities, including San Diego, Boston, Nashville, and more. To learn more about the 2026 Pokémon Championships and fan event in San Francisco, check out the Pokémon website. Source: https://secretsanfrancisco.com/pokemon-championship-xp-fan-event-sf/