Yokohama, Japan
Explore Pokémon habitats within Yokohama’s parks with thousands of Trainers from around the world. Attend Pokémon GO Fest 2019 on Tuesday, August 6, through Monday, August 12. All days will offer the same enhanced experience, but you can only choose one.*

Applications open June 18 at 4:00 P.M. PDT until June 27 at 4:00 P.M. PDT. After the lottery on June 28th, lottery winners will be notified.

Free
Event
Pokémon GO Fest 2019
Location
Yokohama, Japan
Date*
August 6–12, 2019
Time
10 A.M. – 5 P.M.

*Pokémon GO Fest 2019 attendees may only attend one day of the seven-day event. Pokémon GO Fest 2019 in-app benefits are only visible to attendees who have obtained a ticket. Please review the Niantic Terms of Service and the Niantic Ticket Drawing Terms and Conditions for additional information.

Challenges and Rewards
Work together not only with the thousands of Trainers in the park but also with millions of Trainers around the world. Complete challenges along the way to unlock amazing global in-game rewards. More details about these challenges will be revealed in the coming weeks.
Special Research
Conduct Special Research together within the venue to unlock exciting rewards.
GO Snapshot Photo Ops
Commemorate the experience by snapping photos with your favorite Pokémon at the many awesome photo opportunities around the park.
FAQs
VENUE
Where is the Pokémon GO Fest 2019 taking place?

There are three parks for Pokémon GO Fest 2019 Yokohama: Yamashita Park, Rinko Park, and Akarenga Park.

Please note that you will have a designated starting point. You MUST check in at the assigned entry point. The user experience is designed based on your starting point.

Please see below for details of each park.

Please use public transportation when visiting the venue.

TICKETING INFORMATION
How can I apply for Pokémon GO Fest 2019?

Trainers can apply to attend the event within the Pokémon GO app. Once the event registration begins, Trainers can navigate to the Events screen from the main menu to apply to attend.

  • If the number of successful applicants for tickets exceeds the overall amount of capacity, there will be a random drawing to ensure there is a fair opportunity for all. If selected to attend the event, selected Trainer can obtain up to four tickets.
  • Trainers that are selected to attend can only obtain tickets for players who they have reached at least Great Friends status with by the time of ticket registration.
  • To ensure a great experience, Pokémon GO Fest Ticket holders may only obtain tickets for one day of the seven-day event.
  • Trainers will be given the option of acquiring general-admission tickets for each day.
  • Each Trainer must submit a valid email address. Any valid email address may be used (the email address does not have to be linked to the individual’s Pokémon GO account).
  • Pokémon GO Fest 2019 Yokohama tickets are free of charge.
  • Trainers are not able to change which dates they attend the event, so please pay close attention to your ticket date.

More information about the registration and ticketing process can be found here.

How can I check in to Pokémon GO Fest 2019?

To begin your Pokémon GO Fest experience, simply enter your designated park on the date and time of your ticket. Ticket holders may only attend one day of the event. Trainers who do not have a valid ticket will be unable to see or interact with Pokémon within the park.

Other details

All children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult who is also a ticket holder.

If you do not have a ticket to Pokémon GO Fest, you will not be able to see any Pokémon in the venue. However, many Pokémon featured in Pokémon GO Fest habitats will be appearing all around the world August 6–12.

INCLEMENT WEATHER
What happens in case of inclement weather?

The event will take place rain or shine. Please dress appropriately for the weather conditions. If extreme weather or a natural disaster causes any days of the event to get canceled, there will be no makeup days.

TRASH DISPOSAL
What should we do with garbage?

Garbage collection and disposal is ultimately the responsibility of everyone. Any and all garbage generated must be properly disposed of in garbage receptacles located throughout the park. Please dispose of your trash in the correct recycling and garbage receptacles.

EXIT & RE-ENTRY POLICY
Can I reenter the venue?

All ticket holders are allowed to reenter the event throughout the day. Only ticket holders will be able to participate in the Pokémon GO Fest experience and specialized elements. Please exit the park at the end of the event time.

PRESS
How can we get press credentials?

To apply for press credentials, please reach out to press@nianticlabs.com.