Pokémon brings 30th anniversary celebrations to Singapore's Changi Airport - Alvinology

Pokémon brings 30th anniversary celebrations to Singapore’s Changi Airport

This November, Pokémon fans in Singapore can look forward to an array of themed activities in Changi Airport and Jewel as they welcome “PokéXciting!”, a special Asia tour celebrating the franchise’s 30th anniversary.

Pokémon brings 30th anniversary celebrations to Singapore's Changi Airport - Alvinology

Bringing life-sized Pokémon decorations across Jewel, and various goodies to vie for, this large occasion of Pokémon’s 30th anniversary is being well-celebrated in Singapore. Running from 3 November 2026 to 3 January 2027, the event will transform parts of Changi Airport and Jewel into a Pokémon-themed experience, with interactive activities, photo opportunities, stage performances and special shopping rewards.

One of the main highlights will take place at Jewel’s Forest Valley on 7 and 8 November, when all 27 first partner Pokémon from the nine generations of the video game series will appear in a parade, accompanied by two Pikachu. The parade is being held in Asia for the first time. Visitors must register onsite before entering.

At Changi Airport Terminal 3’s Departure Hall, the “PokéXciting!” Stage will host EDM party sessions featuring “PokéXciting! Pikachu” on 7 and 8 November. A spirited performance endowed by a cast of 5 different Pikachus and a small group of talented dancers, the show is entertaining for its full 15-minute runtime. Families can drop by with their children to observe Pikachu “breaking it down” to remixes of Pokémon theme songs.

Pokémon brings 30th anniversary celebrations to Singapore's Changi Airport - Alvinology

Meet-and-greet sessions will also allow visitors to take photos with Pokémon characters. On those two days, fans can meet Pikachu, Bulbasaur, Charmander and Squirtle. From 9 November to 20 December, the characters featured will include Pikachu, Eevee, Gengar, Mimikyu, Piplup and Snorlax.

Pokémon brings 30th anniversary celebrations to Singapore's Changi Airport - Alvinology

From 9 November 2026 to 3 January 2027, the Terminal 3 stage will take on a winter wonderland theme, with snow shows held daily at 7.30pm and 8.30pm. An additional show will take place at 9.30pm from Fridays to Sundays.

Jewel will feature more than 30 Pokémon-themed installations across four zones in its Forest Valley: the Eevee Evolutions Zone, Snorlax Zone, Mewtwo Zone and Pikachu Zone. These displays will offer visitors opportunities to take photos with their favourite Pokémon, including a larger-than-life Pikachu.

Pokémon brings 30th anniversary celebrations to Singapore's Changi Airport - Alvinology

Pokémon-themed photo spots will also be placed at various locations across Changi Airport’s terminals and Jewel. Visitors can look out for decorations in unexpected locations, as well as Pokémon-themed horticultural displays across all four airport terminals.

Pokémon brings 30th anniversary celebrations to Singapore's Changi Airport - Alvinology

Fans interested in the games and trading cards can visit the Pokémon Experience Lounge at Terminal 3’s Departure Hall. The free-admission lounge will offer bite-sized demonstrations of Pokémon video games and tutorials for the Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG). Visitors can also bring their own Nintendo Switch 2 consoles to battle against others or take part in TCG battles. Advance booking through the Changi App is encouraged as slots are limited.

Pokémon brings 30th anniversary celebrations to Singapore's Changi Airport - Alvinology

At Jewel, enlarged displays of Pokémon TCG cards will be placed along the corridors from Basement 1 to Level 5. Together, the displays will feature all 27 first partner Pokémon across nine generations, based on the franchise’s 30th anniversary cards. Visitors can also take part in a Pokémon TCG Quiz Rally by exploring the displays and answering questions. Those who complete the activity can redeem a limited-edition Pokémon 30th Anniversary postcard at the Basement 1 redemption counter.

Pokémon GO players can also collect an exclusive Singapore stamp as part of the “PokéXciting!” cross-regional GO Stamp Rally. By spinning the special PokéStop at Terminal 3’s Departure Hall through the Pokémon GO app, players can receive a “PokéXciting! Pikachu” digital stamp and an encounter with a special Pikachu featuring a local background when captured.

Pokémon brings 30th anniversary celebrations to Singapore's Changi Airport - Alvinology

Five additional PokéStops will be available across Changi Airport and Jewel from 7 November to 8 December 2026. Players can spin these stops through the app to collect digital stamps.

There will also be activities for younger visitors. On 7 and 8 November, Pokémon animation screenings will run at ST3PS in Terminal 3 Basement 2 from 10am to 10pm. Free colouring activities will be available at activity booths near the Terminal 3 Basement 2 Playground from noon to 8pm on both days. Visitors who complete selected activities can receive complimentary Pokémon stickers and other giveaways, while stocks last. Animation screenings will continue at ST3PS at various timings until 3 January 2027.

Pokémon brings 30th anniversary celebrations to Singapore's Changi Airport - Alvinology

At Jewel, Pikachu sun visors and Pokémon 30th Anniversary stickers will be distributed at Level 1, opposite Porsche, on 7 and 8 November from noon to 9pm. The items will be given out on a first-come, first-served basis while stocks last.

A special “PokéXciting! Pikachu” bag charm, featuring Pikachu in a blue costume, will be available exclusively at Pokémon Center SINGAPORE on 7 and 8 November. Quantities are limited.

Collectors can also browse special Pokémon 30th anniversary merchandise at official pop-up stores located at Terminal 3 Basement 2 and Level 2, Terminal 2 Level 2, and Terminal 4 Level 2.

Pokémon brings 30th anniversary celebrations to Singapore's Changi Airport - Alvinology

Shoppers can purchase a range of exclusive Pokémon premiums with a minimum spend of S$60 in a single receipt at participating outlets across Changi Airport’s public and transit areas, Jewel or iShopChangi.

Available items include a Pokémon 30th Anniversary travel blanket in a bag for S$9.90, an insulated tumbler and Pikachu or Eevee plushies for S$18.90 each, and cabin-sized and check-in-sized luggage priced at S$52.90 and S$74.90 respectively.

Two Pokémon 30th Anniversary umbrella designs, priced at S$14.90 each, will be available exclusively at Jewel with the same qualifying spend. These umbrellas can only be redeemed at Jewel’s Basement 1 redemption booth. Mastercard holders will receive an additional perk allowing them to purchase up to two umbrellas.

Pokémon brings 30th anniversary celebrations to Singapore's Changi Airport - Alvinology

The qualifying S$60 spend also allows shoppers to purchase a Pokémon cap or Poké Ball bag for S$12.90 each. These items can be customised at the Pokémon Personalisation Station at Terminal 3 Basement 2 with name embroidery and a charm, at an additional cost of S$9.90. Mastercard holders can purchase an additional cap or Poké Ball bag.

Pokémon brings 30th anniversary celebrations to Singapore's Changi Airport - Alvinology

More rewards are available for shoppers who spend more. Those who spend at least S$100 in a single receipt at participating outlets across Changi Airport, Jewel or iShopChangi can take part in a Memory Game Challenge, with prizes including Pokémon medallions, Funko Pop figurines and Pokémon Trading Cards.

Changi Rewards members who accumulate S$600 in qualifying spend across Changi Airport, Jewel or iShopChangi can redeem a special Pokémon 30th Anniversary premium. Redemptions are limited to four per member, with new premiums released every two weeks from 7 November. Each redemption also comes with a Fun Pack containing three collectible Pokémon playing cards.

More information about “PokéXciting!” and its activities is available at Changi Airport’s website.

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