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Pokémon 30th Celebration reaches its announced launch date
September 16 is the announced start of the anniversary rollout. The wider product range is scheduled in stages, rather than all at once.
The announced date has arrived
Pokémon TCG’s 30th Celebration expansion was announced for September 16, 2026. GamesRadar+ reported a simultaneous global launch, with classic-card reissues, new Pikachu foil cards and the introduction of Futuristic Rare artwork. This is a release-date briefing based on the published announcement, not a confirmation of stock at individual stores.
Sources: GamesRadar+
A phased product rollout
The reported range includes 27 products, but the announcement separates the first wave from later arrivals. The September 16 group includes the Elite Trainer Box, ex Boxes, ex Tins, Poster Collection and Tech Sticker Collections. Other products were described as following later in 2026.
Sources: GamesRadar+
What to check before buying
Match the exact product name and regional release information to the listing you are considering. A launch date for the expansion does not mean every anniversary product is available today. The linked coverage includes product images and the announced contents; current inventory and actual transaction prices have not been independently verified for this briefing.
Sources: GamesRadar+ · GamesRadar+
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Sources & verification
- 30th Celebration expansion reveal — GamesRadar+ · checked Sep 16, 2026
- 30th Celebration product rollout — GamesRadar+ · checked Sep 16, 2026