Calling Pokémon Trainers of all experience levels! The 2026 Pokémon Regional Championships are coming to Orlando from April 3-5, 2026, and this is the perfect time to battle it out with your favorite team of Pokémon by your side!

Pokémon Regional Championships in Orlando

Build your dream team, gear up, and battle against other players from around the world across the Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet video games, the Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG), and Pokémon GO.

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Those who register will compete at the Orange County Convention Center for scholarships and cash prizes, including the coveted title of Pokémon Regional Champion and valuable Championship Points that count toward a potential invite to the 2026 Pokémon World Championships in San Francisco.

A virtual Pokémon battle happening on a big stage with a screen showing the players in battle — Whether you're watching or participating in the 2026 Orlando Pokémon Regional Championships, this is an event every Pokémon lover can enjoy! — Image courtesy of The Pokémon Company International

Location and Schedule Information:

Dates: April 3-5, 2026, battles begin on April 4
Location: Orange County Convention Center WD & WE1, Universal Blvd., Orlando, FL 32819

Pokémon TCG: Tournament starts April 4, 8:30 .a.m. Junior Division and Senior Division begin at 9 a.m.
Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet: Tournament starts April 4, 8:30 a.m.
Pokémon GO: Tournament starts April 4, 9 a.m.

Watch, Play, Win

Whether you're spectating the fights or leaving it all on the table against other players, all attendees with a badge can battle for a variety of awesome prizes in smaller competitions throughout the weekend.

Couples Looking to Watch:

Get passes for the 2026 Orlando Pokémon Regional Championships here. Spectator passes are $20 per person and are non-transferrable and non-refundable.

couples Looking to Battle:

Registration closes April 1, 2026, and are non-transferrable. Competitors may only participate in one Regional Championship tournament during each Regional Championship event.

Register here for Pokémon TCG

Registration for the Junior and Senior TCG is $40 per participant; registration for the TCG Masters Division is $80 per participant.

Register here for Pokémon GO

Registration for Pokémon GO is $40 per participant.

Register here for Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet

Registration for the Junior and Senior Division is $40 per participant; registration for the Masters Division is $80 per participant.

What can TCG participants win?

Participants can battle it out for championship points, cash prizes, and travel stipends. The first-place prize in the Junior & Senior Division is $2,500, and players up to 8th place in the Junior & Senior Division can win a cash prize.

First place in the Masters Division will be awarded $10,000, and players up to 32nd place in the Masters Division can win a cash prize.

Learn more about the prizing information and point system here.

A close of up image of two Pokémon TCG players battling it out on stage — Pokémon TCG players will battle for the ultimate prize and a possible trip to the World Championships! — Image courtesy of The Pokémon Company International

Can't make it to the 2026 Orlando Pokémon Regional Championships?

Don't miss a second of the action and catch the championships online on Twitch and YouTube from the comfort of home!

The Pokémon Regional Championships are also taking place in other big cities like Seattle, WA, Los Angeles, CA, Las Vegas, NV, and more! For a full list of Regional Championship locations, click here.

The 2026 Pokémon Regional Championships are Coming to Orlando!