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Pokémon Night Out 2026: Is It Officially Announced Yet?

Someone playing Pokémon Go with their smartphone, catching a Croagunk in lush green area.

Pokémon Night Out 2026 is officially confirmed, and its first event has already taken place. The Pokémon Company announced the electronic dance music concert series on April 13 as part of Pokémon's 30th anniversary celebrations. The Los Angeles show was held at Intuit Dome on October 24, while the second event is scheduled for November 10 at The O2 in London.

The company also confirmed the performers, livestream platforms, and an exclusive Pokémon GO reward for viewers. Marshmello headlines both concerts, with Alison Wonderland as the supporting act. The Los Angeles show was livestreamed on Pokémon's official Twitch and YouTube channels, with an additional performance by electronic artist JVNA during the livestream intermission.

For fans who missed the first show or want to attend the London event, the important questions are now different: what happened in Los Angeles, what's still coming, and which rewards remain available.

Status snapshot

  • Event status: Officially announced April 13, 2026.

  • Los Angeles: October 24, 2026, at Intuit Dome. Completed.

  • London: November 10, 2026, at The O2. Upcoming.

  • Lineup: Marshmello and Alison Wonderland.

  • Livestream: The Los Angeles show aired on Pokémon's official Twitch and YouTube channels.

  • Start time: The Los Angeles livestream was scheduled for approximately 7:30 p.m. PDT on October 24.

  • Twitch Drops: An exclusive Pokémon Night Out baseball jersey for Pokémon GO avatars was offered to eligible viewers.

  • VOD/replay: No confirmed replay availability or viewing deadline.

  • London livestream: Pokémon says the London concert won't be livestreamed.

These details are confirmed in The Pokémon Company's official announcement and its subsequent event updates.

What's confirmed about Pokémon Night Out

Pokémon Night Out is a two-city live music experience combining electronic dance music with Pokémon-themed visuals, animation, and stage effects.

The company first announced the event in April 2026 as part of its yearlong 30th anniversary campaign. It named Marshmello as the headliner and Alison Wonderland as the supporting act, with performances designed specifically for the concerts.

The Los Angeles event took place on October 24 at Intuit Dome. Pokémon's official event page now lists that show as completed.

The second concert is scheduled for November 10 at The O2 in London. Pokémon's September announcement described the London event as a live experience for audiences ages 16 and older, with tickets available through AXS.

The concerts feature custom music sets and Pokémon-inspired visuals developed for the shows. Commemorative merchandise has also been made available through Pokémon Center and at the venues, subject to availability.

Where and when to watch

The Los Angeles concert was livestreamed on October 24 through Pokémon's official Twitch and YouTube channels.

According to Pokémon's October 2 announcement, the livestream was scheduled to begin at approximately 7:30 p.m. PDT.

That corresponded to 10:30 p.m. EDT on October 24 and 2:30 a.m. UTC on October 25.

The livestream also featured a DJ set by JVNA during the intermission. Pokémon described this as an exclusive addition for viewers watching from home.

The company hasn't confirmed that the complete Los Angeles broadcast will remain available indefinitely as a replay. Fans looking for recorded performances should check Pokémon's official YouTube and Twitch channels rather than relying on unofficial uploads.

Pokémon has explicitly stated that the November 10 London concert won't be livestreamed. Anyone hoping to watch that show remotely shouldn't assume another broadcast is planned.

Pokémon Night Out Twitch Drops: What was offered

The Los Angeles livestream included an exclusive digital reward for Pokémon GO players.

Viewers who watched at least 30 minutes of the eligible Twitch broadcast could earn a Pokémon Night Out baseball jersey for their Pokémon GO avatar.

The jersey features the event's logo and Mewtwo against a colorful gradient background.

Pokémon's October 21 livestream announcement instructed viewers to visit its official rewards site, connect a Pokémon Trainer Central account, and link their Twitch account to participate.

The announcement confirmed the 30-minute viewing requirement, but it didn't establish an ongoing claim window for readers checking after the broadcast.

Don't assume that watching a replay, opening a third-party stream, or linking an account after the event will qualify for the reward.

There may be another opportunity for eligible attendees in London. Pokémon's official Pokémon GO event announcement describes event-specific Timed Research that can award the same avatar jersey, although players who already claimed the item through the Los Angeles Twitch livestream won't receive that research a second time.

Check the official event details for eligibility before making plans around the reward.

What to expect at the London event

The London show remains scheduled for November 10, 2026, at The O2.

Marshmello and Alison Wonderland are the confirmed performers, with custom sets and Pokémon-inspired visuals forming the centerpiece of the concert.

Pokémon has also announced Pokémon GO activities associated with the event. Eligible attendees can receive bonuses, including one-hour Lure Modules, event-themed raids, and Timed Research opportunities.

Certain Pokémon encountered through event raids can have location backgrounds associated with Los Angeles or London. Additional wild encounters are also planned at the venue.

These are in-person Pokémon GO activities, not a replacement for the concert itself or evidence of another livestream.

For tickets, venue access, and event-specific updates, use the official Pokémon Night Out page, which links to the relevant ticketing information.

Before linking anything

The existence of an official Twitch reward doesn't make every reward-related link trustworthy.

For the Los Angeles livestream, Pokémon directed viewers to its official rewards site to connect their Pokémon Trainer Central and Twitch accounts.

If a third-party page now promises the same jersey through an unrelated claim process, verify the instructions against Pokémon's official announcements before entering credentials.

Avoid signing in through links from unsolicited messages, countdown pages, or social media posts that don't lead to the official services.

The same caution applies to event tickets and merchandise. Use the official event page and its linked ticketing or Pokémon Center destinations rather than relying on unofficial resale or promotional pages.

What to do now

Pokémon Night Out 2026 is no longer awaiting an announcement. The Los Angeles concert has taken place, and the London event is scheduled for November 10.

If you missed the Los Angeles livestream, check Pokémon's official channels for any available recordings or highlights. Don't assume the original Twitch reward remains claimable without current confirmation of its eligibility and deadline.

If you're considering the London event, review the official event page for ticket availability, venue details, and updates. Pokémon has confirmed that the London concert won't be livestreamed, so attending in person is the announced way to experience that show.

For Pokémon GO rewards, consult the event-specific instructions before linking accounts or traveling to the venue. The official announcements establish what was offered, but eligibility and availability still matter.

The key details are now documented: two concert dates, two confirmed performers, an official Los Angeles livestream, and a Pokémon GO reward. The remaining questions concern replay access, reward availability after the broadcast, and any further updates ahead of London.

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