Markus Castro
To mark 30 years of Pokémon, The Pokémon Company International announced a special expansion for the popular Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG), called 30th Celebration. It will be available at participating retailers worldwide starting September 16, 2026.
Pokémon TCG: 30th Celebration commemorates a historic milestone as the first-ever Pokémon Trading Card Game expansion to debut with a meticulously coordinated, simultaneous global launch across participating markets worldwide. This groundbreaking release is set to be followed by a series of additional product launches and special releases scheduled throughout the year, creating ongoing excitement among fans and collectors. The upcoming expansion will prominently feature all foil cards, adding a dazzling visual appeal, and will also see the return of beloved, classic cards that have been fan favorites over the years, rekindling nostalgic sentiments and enhancing the overall card experience.
During the 30th Celebration, fans will have the exciting opportunity to explore an entirely new card rarity known as Futuristic Rare. This innovative category will showcase vivid, eye-catching visuals created by the acclaimed Japanese artist YOSHIROTTEN. Each Futuristic rare card will feature stunning Pokémon artwork, capturing their essence in dynamic, captivating designs that evoke hope and anticipation for an unknown future, blending artistry with a forward-looking vision.
Every 30th Celebration booster pack will also include one of 30 unique foil cards, each featuring Pikachu and illustrated by a different artist to showcase diverse artistic styles. The set introduces new cards depicting a wide range of Pokémon moments, capturing their actions and appearances at different times of day, including daytime and nighttime scenes that highlight varied lighting and atmospheres.
Additionally, fans can explore 30 iconic Pokémon cards from throughout the game’s many decades, all returning in the 30th Celebration. Each of these nostalgic cards will be enhanced with an eye-catching foil finish.
Fans eager for a preview of the Pokémon TCG cards in the 30th Celebration can watch a new trailer on the official Pokémon YouTube channel.
For additional details on Pokémon TCG: 30th Celebration, visit Pokemon.com, and keep an eye on Pokemon.com/TCG for upcoming updates on the expansion.
