The Adventure Begins in Manila! Are You Ready?
Since the release of the original Pokémon games on the Nintendo Game Boy in 1996, the number of Pokémon has grown from 151 to over 1,000. To mark the 30th anniversary, The Pokémon Company is proud to announce "PokéXciting!" —a special event series dedicated to our fans across Asia.
Whether you are an active Trainer or a longtime fan who once journeyed through the Pokémon world, this exciting experience has something for everyone. Over the next year, the event will tour five major cities across Asia!
Check out the venue and full event details!
The next stop for our high-energy Asia tour is Manila!
We are thrilled to announce that the event will take place in the SM Mall of Asia.
Event Dates: Saturday, January 23 – Sunday, January 24, 2027
Admission: Free (Open to everyone!)
During the event, the entire venue will be completely immersed in the world of Pokémon! Here is a sneak peek at the main highlights you can enjoy from day to night.
Key Highlights You Can’t Miss!
1）High-Voltage Night Stage
When the sun sets, get ready for special stage shows featuring “PokéXciting! Pikachu”.
With danceable beats and a spectacular production, the energy at the venue is guaranteed to be through the roof!
2) The Highly Anticipated Parade
Your favorite Pokémon will be right before your eyes! Join us for a thrilling and heartwarming parade where a wide variety of Pokémon march in time to the music.
Getting up close with your favorite Pokémon and sharing that incredible excitement with the crowd will make this an unforgettable experience!
3）Meet “PokéXciting! Pikachu”
To make this celebration even more special, a unique companion named “PokéXciting! Pikachu” will be visiting each city! Surprisingly, this Pikachu will feature a different color costume unique to each city. Manila will feature a red variation!
What color variations will the other cities be...? Stay tuned for future announcements!
Non-Stop Fun from Day to Night!
Pokémon Meet & Greet: Get ready for a dream-come-true moment! This is your special chance to meet, interact, and snap unforgettable photos with your favorite Pokémon up close. Bring your biggest smiles and create magical, lifelong memories with your beloved Pokémon companions!
Merchandise: Special merchandise featuring the Manila edition of “PokéXciting! Pikachu” will be available for purchase!
Pokémon GO Collaboration: Get ready, Trainers! “PokéXciting! Pikachu” is also scheduled to appear in-game! Make sure your smartphones are fully charged.
Of course, there are plenty of daytime activities for children and families to enjoy as well. We are ready to deliver a memorable two-day event that will bring smiles to fans of all generations.
Is Your City Next? PokéXciting! Will be Held in 5 Cities Across Asia!
PokéXciting! will be held across Asia according to the following schedule.
Whether it's your hometown or a destination for your next trip, we highly recommend checking out these venues!
Kuala Lumpur: September 12 – 13, 2026 (KLCC Park)
Taipei: October 10 – 11, 2026 (Xiangti Boulevard and its surrounding area)
Singapore: November 7 – 8, 2026
Manila: January 23 – 24, 2027 (SM Mall of Asia)
Bangkok: February 13 – 14, 2027
More event details and exciting updates will be revealed soon. We look forward to welcoming you with an entertaining experience.
Stay tuned—the best is yet to come!
*Information is subject to change. Please refer to our official announcements for final confirmation.
*All images are for illustration purposes only and subject to change.