Get ready for a home run! Pokémon GO and Major League Baseball (MLB) are teaming up to bring the excitement of Pokémon to select MLB ballparks. This exciting collaboration adds official club-branded PokéStops and Gyms, letting you catch 'em all while enjoying America's pastime.
Pokémon GO and MLB Collaboration
Catch Exclusive Goodies at Themed MLB Games
Announced on February 12, 2025, this partnership transforms participating MLB stadiums into Pokémon hotspots. Attending a themed game means you can expect:
- Club-branded merchandise
- Exclusive in-game avatar items
- Timed Research with rewarding Pokémon encounters
- Raid Battles featuring Pokémon with unique Location Backgrounds
Game On: May 9th, 2025 – September 7th, 2025
The fun kicks off with the Cleveland Guardians on May 9th, 2025, and concludes with the Texas Rangers on September 7th, 2025. Check the official Pokémon GO news website for the complete schedule of participating games. While the initial rollout is exciting, some fans have expressed hopes for future expansion to include more MLB teams. Concerns have also been raised about potential strain on cellular data networks during these events.
Pokémon GO Tour: Unova - Los Angeles Update
Meet Your Pokémon GO Idols!
The Pokémon GO Tour: Unova - Los Angeles event is adding a star-studded element! Ticket holders will have the chance to meet some of their favorite Pokémon GO influencers. The Pokémon GO team announced on February 12, 2025, that daily meet-and-greets will be held:
- AwesomeAdam
- PokeDaxi
- The Trainer Club
- JTGily
- ZoëTwoDots
- Keibron Gamer
- Landoralpha
- Couple of Gaming
These popular creators will be available for meet-and-greets daily from 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm (PST). Remember, lines may be capped, so arrive early! In light of recent wildfires, Pokémon GO has also designated safe community meetup locations, hosted by Local Community Ambassadors. Find the full list of locations and schedules on the Pokémon GO news website.