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Special events in 2026

This is a big year for Pokémon fans in Chicago! See below for special non-Play! Pokémon events that are taking place throughout the year.

Pokémon Fossil Museum

The Field Museum in Chicago and The Pokémon Company International have teamed up to present the Pokémon Fossil Museum exhibit’s international debut! The exhibit opens on May 22, 2026, and runs through April 11, 2027.

Tickets through September 7th are currently available for purchase by Field Museum members. If you are interested in becoming a member, you can join on the Field Museum website – if joining prior to April 30th, use promo code SPRING70 for two extra months free, which will keep you a member through the full duration of the exhibit.

General availability for tickets will open on March 3rd at 12pm US Central time on the Field Museum’s website. This will also be limited to tickets through September 7th – later dates will become available in the future.

Pokémon GO Fest

Chicago will host Pokémon GO Fest 2026 from June 5 to June 7 in Grant Park! Stay tuned for more information about tickets.