Pokémon GO is celebrating its incredible community with a brand-new global event! Trainers around the world are invited to share their favorite memories from their Pokémon GO journey for a chance to win an unforgettable trip.
Starting March 10, 2026, Pokémon GO is launching the first-ever global #GOMemories Sweepstakes, giving players the opportunity to win one of 14 travel packages for two to Pokémon GO Fest 2026 live events.
Whether it’s your first Legendary catch, a Community Day adventure with friends, or a special discovery made while exploring, this is your chance to celebrate the moments that made Pokémon GO memorable.
Entering the #GOMemories Sweepstakes is simple. Trainers can participate by sharing a personal Pokémon GO memory on social media.
To enter:
- Follow the official Pokémon GO account on TikTok, Instagram, or X (@pokemongo or @pokemongoapp).
- Post a photo or video showcasing a meaningful Pokémon GO moment. This could include a memorable catch, a fun adventure with friends, or a discovery made while playing.
- Tag and use hashtags in your post, including #GOMemories and #Sweepstakes, while tagging the official Pokémon GO account.
Trainers may submit one entry per platform, meaning you can enter up to three times by posting on TikTok, Instagram, and X.
If you need inspiration, Niantic has shared suggested prompts on the official Pokémon GO blog and social media channels!
Not sure what to share?
Just like Pokémon, memories come in all shapes and sizes! Answer any of the prompts below with #GOMemories and #Sweepstakes to get you started on sharing!
- What’s your favorite memory of playing Pokémon GO?
- Tell us about the coolest place you’ve discovered while playing Pokémon GO.
- Share a photo of you at a Pokémon GO event, whether it’s Pokémon GO Fest, your local Community Ambassador meetup, or another Pokémon GO celebration!
- Share a photo of you and your friends playing Pokémon GO
- Freestyle! Celebrate Pokémon GO adventures however you want!
- Share something inspired by your favorite Pokémon—an outfit, a cupcake, anything!
- Share a Pokémon in your collection and tell us why it’s meaningful to you. Whether it’s your favorite Pokémon, your earliest Pokémon, or a Pokémon you caught somewhere new, we want to know why this Pokémon matters to you!
- Share your favorite photo of you and a Pokémon using any of the photo tools in Pokémon GO.
- Who was your original first partner Pokémon?
A total of 14 winners will receive a premium travel package for two to attend a Pokémon GO Fest 2026 live event.
Prize packages include:
- Event Tickets: Entry for the winner and one guest to the selected Pokémon GO Fest event
- Airfare: Round-trip flights to the destination city
- Accommodation: Five days and four nights of lodging
- Spending Money: Additional funds to help cover meals and other expenses
Winners will attend one of three global GO Fest destinations this summer.
There are three GO Fest events included in the sweepstakes:
Different deadlines apply depending on the GO Fest destination:
| Destination | Entry Deadline | Number of Prizes |
|---|---|---|
| Tokyo | March 22, 2026 | 4 |
| Chicago | April 5, 2026 | 5 |
| Copenhagen | April 30, 2026 | 5 |
The sweepstakes are already live, so Trainers can start submitting their memories today.
The #GOMemories Sweepstakes is open to legal residents of the following countries:
- United States
- Canada
- Mexico
- United Kingdom
- France
- Spain
- Denmark
- Netherlands
- Germany
- Japan
- Taiwan
- South Korea
Full details and eligibility requirements can be found in the official contest rules.
Over the years, Pokémon GO has created countless unforgettable experiences for Trainers around the world: from chance encounters with Shinies to massive Community Day gatherings.
The #GOMemories Sweepstakes is a celebration of those moments, and a chance for lucky Trainers to experience Pokémon GO Fest 2026 in person.
If you’ve ever had a Pokémon GO moment worth remembering, now is the perfect time to share it.
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