Pokémon’s 30th Anniversary Festival Is Coming to St. Louis

For its 30^th anniversary, Pokémon is evolving its touring festival just in time for you to catch ‘em all in St. Louis, Missouri, Saturday, February 7^th downtown at the Radisson Hotel.

Radisson Hotel - downtown St. Louis

If your house has erupted in a debate over which generation of Pokémon is best, this event should be on your list. From Gen-1 Kanto originalists, to the latest Gen-9 Paldea fans, Pokémon is now a multigenerational game, series and phenomena.

Vendors, artists, contests, panels and more will be at Poke-kon 2026

What you’ll encounter at Poke-kon Fest 2026 includes: an opportunity to meet some of the voice actors who portray the characters you love. Loads of vendors who may just have that impossible to find item you’ve been on the lookout for, but haven’t been able to locate. Panels on Team Rocket, The Pokedex, and Haunted elements of Pokémon.

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Yes, there will be cosplay too. Dress up as your favorite Pokémon, it doesn’t have to be Halloween! -- Bonus! Local artists will be on hand showing off their skills, find one that can draw you in the middle of your favorite region or gym, with your favorite Pokémon. Or, YOU as a Pokemon.

Cosplay, voice actors and more await for Pokemon's 30th anniversary

No Pokémon event would be complete without the card game being played. This day of Pokémon celebration will also include a video game tournament too. For old school fans who still want to be their very best - like no one ever was, Poke-kon Fest in St. Louis is a way to bring it all together.