Pokémon TCG Pocket is celebrating its first anniversary by bringing back its interactive pop-up experience. The Pokémon Company International is hosting it at the Outernet London on November 8th-9th, 2025.
After a strong debut last year, the event will return with more rooms and new digital attractions. It will be a full weekend of Pokémon-themed activities, all free to attend. Doors open to the public from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturday, November 8th, and from 11:15 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Sunday, November 9th.
The two-day Pokémon TCG Pocket first anniversary celebration takes over the Now Building. It’s a massive atrium filled with digital screens that will transform into an immersive Pokémon playground.
Visitors can take part in motion-controlled pack openings based on expansions released throughout Pokémon TCG Pocket’s first year. Yes, that includes one ‘mega-sized’ experience from the newest expansion, Mega Rising.
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The Now Pop 1 room will have DJ Pikachu performing a lively set before hosting meet-and-greets. While there, Trainers can try their luck at a wonder pick to receive in-game pack hourglasses ranging from 12 to 120, depending on the rarity of the card they pull.
Meanwhile, the Now Pop 2 room will give you a chance to try out playable demos of Pokémon Legends: Z-A, the newly released video game.
The Now Arcade area will feature a collection binder exclusive to the event. Here, attendees can scan hidden QR codes scattered across the venue to add digital cards from Pokémon TCG Pocket.
It’s been one year since Pokémon TCG Pocket launched. With over 150 million downloads so far, the game has definitely gained some loyal players.
Meanwhile, check out the new expansion
The Mega Rising expansion introduces Mega Evolution Pokémon ex like Mega Gyarados ex, Mega Blaziken ex, and Mega Altaria ex. They are all part of the anniversary celebration.
A major addition is the Share feature, alongside expanded trade options for rarer pulls and booster packs. The new feature allows you to send one card per day to friends.
So, get the game from the Google Play Store.
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