Pokémon Go Fest 2026 Global Event Will Be Free, Meaning You Won't Have to Pay for Boosted Shiny Rates

UPDATE: In a fun addition for Pokémon Go Fest's Copenhagen venue, the city will play host to LEGO and Pokémon Go collaboration (as Denmark is LEGO's home country, after all). Go Fest's location at Copenhagen's Fælledparken, will feature an on-site LEGO play zone, while local LEGO stores in Copenhagen and Tivoli Gardens will gain extra PokéStops (doling out LEGO Pokémon digital stickers) and in-store giveaways. Attendees, meanwhile, will be able to complete an in-game LEGO-themed Pokémon Go stamp rally, which promises "an exclusive in-game reward that perfectly blends real-world exploration and in-app adventure," according to developer Niantic. The collaboration follows the rollout of LEGO Pokémon sets earlier this year. ORIGINAL STORY: Details of this year's Pokémon Go Fest have been announced, with confirmation that the annual summer event will be free for global players this year. Pokémon Go Fest Global will take place across July 11 and July 12, and celebrate the hit smartphone game's 10th anniversary by not requiring players purchase a paid ticket this year. Instead, access to the event's Special Research and boosted Shiny rate will be offered without charge. This year's Go Fes