A massive Pokémon Go festival is taking over Chicago this weekend—and tickets are still available

Pokémon Go Fest will bring three days of interactive game play and family fun to Grant Park. Here's all the details.

Pokémon figurine overlaid with image of Chicago — Photos/Shutterstock

Elena Smentkowski

– Staff Writer

· June 3, 2026

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The wait is almost over for Pokémon fans in the Midwest—Pokémon Go Fest Chicago is taking over downtown.

Here’s all the details!

Pokémon Go Fest 2026

Pokemon Go Fest signage — Photo/Pokemon Go Fest

Pokémon Go Fest Chicago is launching in Grant Park from June 5—7, bringing a full weekend of interactive gaming, immersive activations, and family friendly fun to the heart of Chicago.

Fans of the wildly popular mobile game will have the chance to meet and play alongside other trainers, explore Pokémon habitats, and enjoy exclusive gameplay opportunities.

Additional engagements include photo ops, food trucks, specialty merch, and more.

Tickets

Someone playing Pokemon GO surrounded by trees — Photo via: Shutterstock

Tickets are still available and start at just $33.

Click here to snag yours and learn more information.

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Pokémon Go Fest 2026

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