In one of the franchise’s most anticipated moments of the year, The Pokémon Company has confirmed that a special Pokémon Presents livestream will air on Friday, February 27, coinciding with Pokémon Day and its 30th anniversary. The global broadcast will kick off at 6 a.m. PST (9 a.m. ET) and be available on the official Pokémon YouTube and Twitch channels.
<p “>This annual showcase has become the heartbeat of Pokémon announcements, and this year’s edition comes at a milestone moment. Pokémon Day dates back to the release of Pokémon Red and Pokémon Green in Japan on February 27, 1996, with 2026 celebrating 30 years of the franchise.
What’s on the Schedule
The Pokémon Presents broadcast is expected to last around 25 minutes, similar to past livestreams, and will include updates across multiple aspects of the Pokémon ecosystem. While The Pokémon Company is keeping most of the content under wraps, several likely highlights have already surfaced:
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New Game Announcements: Fans are hoping that the next mainline generation, widely referred to as Generation 10, could finally be revealed, potentially tied to upcoming releases on the Nintendo Switch 2.
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Re-Releases: Classic titles like Pokémon FireRed and Pokémon LeafGreen are confirmed to launch on the Nintendo eShop for Switch systems on the same day as the presentation.
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Cross-Franchise Updates: Given past formats, followers can expect news on mobile games such as Pokémon GO, Pokémon UNITE, and Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket, as well as spin-offs like Pokémon Pokopia, slated for early March.
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TCG and Merchandise: The anniversary campaign has already kicked off with special promotions, including limited-edition TCG collections and themed merchandise tied to the franchise’s legacy.
Additional reveals could touch on the animated series, competitive events, and bigger collaborations.
A Yearlong Celebration
The Pokémon Presents stream is just one piece of a yearlong celebration for the franchise’s 30th anniversary. The Pokémon30 campaign will roll out throughout 2026 with a steady mix of events, special promotions, fan-focused activities, and new product releases aimed at audiences around the world.
From special LEGO Pokémon sets to fan-focused campaigns inviting people to share their favorite creatures, the celebrations have a strong nostalgia component while also setting the stage for what’s next. A notable element is the “What’s Your Favorite?” campaign, which encourages community participation across social platforms.
How to Watch
Trainers who want to catch all the updates should tune in via the official Pokémon channels on YouTube or Twitch at the scheduled start time of 6 a.m. PST on February 27. Viewers in other regions can adjust for local time, such as 2 p.m. GMT or 3 p.m. CET.
With speculation already rife about major reveals and nostalgic callbacks, this year’s Pokémon Presents stream looks set to be one of the most memorable in franchise history.
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