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Pokémon Go: Check Out the Results of the GO Memories Campaign

Congratulations to Herlon from Curitiba, Brazil, the winner of Pokémon Go's Go Memories campaign, who will attend the Pokémon Go Festival 2026 in Tokyo!

Carlos Mendoza · 2 min read

Pokémon GO Fest 2026: Global Celebration and Event Details Announced Pokémon GO has unveiled official details for its upcoming global celebration, marking the game's 10th anniversary. The "Go Memories" campaign, which ran from March 10 to March 22, targeted the Brazilian audience and highlighted Pokémon GO's annual growth in the country through exclusive player initiatives. Herlon from Curitiba, Brazil, won the grand prize. He will receive an all-expenses-paid trip for himself and a companion to attend Pokémon GO Fest 2026 in Tokyo, offering a chance to celebrate the game's milestones and the friendships it has fostered. Pokémon GO Fest 2026: In-Person and Global Events Pokémon GO Fest 2026 will feature several in-person events in major cities, alongside a global virtual celebration. In-Person Event Schedule: Chicago, USA: Grant Park, June 5–7, 2026. Ticketed citywide gameplay begins June 4, 2026. Copenhagen, Denmark: Flødebolle Park, June 12–14, 2026. Ticketed citywide gameplay begins June 11, 2026.

Tokyo, Japan: May 29 – June 1, 2026. Specific venue details are forthcoming. Trainers attending this event can participate in exclusive challenges featuring unique Pokémon, including rare and regional spawns that vary by city. Increased shiny rates for certain species and special research quests with exclusive encounters, items, and a debut event mascot are also planned. Global Virtual Event: Pokémon GO Fest 2026: Global: July 11–12, 2026. This virtual event will be accessible to all trainers worldwide and will feature Zeraora, along with other featured Pokémon. Exclusive raids with new or recently released bosses will also be available. During the extended event periods in host cities, players can expect citywide gameplay enhancements, including increased Pokémon spawns, special 7 km and 10 km eggs, and boosted Incense and Lure Module effectiveness. Niantic plans to release additional content updates and announcements related to the 10th-anniversary celebration throughout the spring and summer, with more details on the global event expected in March. Additional Information: Pokémon GO is free to download from the App Store and Google Play. About Niantic, Inc.:

Niantic's AR Empire Expands with Ingress, Pokémon GO, Pikmin Bloom & More

Niantic leads in augmented reality, creating products and platforms that inspire exploration and social connection. Its popular titles include Ingress, Pokémon GO, and Pikmin Bloom, which have garnered millions of players globally. Niantic's Lightship platform provides developers with APIs and tools for AR app development. Visit the Niantic site for more information, and follow NianticLabs on Twitter. About The Pokémon Company International: Outside of Asia, The Pokémon Company International manages brand management, licensing, marketing, the Pokémon Trading Card Game, animated series, home entertainment, and the official website, Pokemon.com. Since its launch in Japan in 1996, Pokémon has become a worldwide entertainment phenomenon. Visit the official Pokémon website for more information. This article was written by Fred Kertzmann and last updated on April 28, 2026. Views: 6,039. Rating: 4.6/5 (46 votes). Helpfulness: 85%. For further information, access the official Pokémon GO blog and follow its official channels on Instagram, Facebook, Threads, YouTube, Bluesky, and X (formerly Twitter). This text does not necessarily reflect, in its entirety, the opinion of Portal Uai.

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