In case you missed it, Pokémon is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year. To commemorate this milestone, the popular franchise is bringing a PokéXciting celebration to Singapore at Changi Airport and Jewel.
As someone who spent countless hours on Pokémon Ruby as a kid, and who still revisits the popular animation and songs from time to time, I was definitely PokéXcited to see what The Pokémon Company has cooked up.
And let’s just say that when my colleague and I dropped by for the first day of the PokéXciting event, we were overwhelmed in the best way possible. There was a surprising amount of Pokémon activities and appearances throughout Changi Airport, so here are our personal highlights we think you should catch… ‘em all.
Pokémon Parade
The Pokémon Parade at Jewel was definitely one of the best parts of our day. For those of you who would love to get up close with 29 adorable Pokémon from all 9 current generations, you cannot miss this.
This gigantic parade will take place on 7 & 8 November 2026 only, at 3pm and 6pm at Jewel’s Forest Valley. If you’d like to catch your favourite Pokémon, arrive early, as registration is required onsite on a first-come, first-served basis. Admission is free with limited capacity.
Pokégenic Photo Spots
As you go on your own PokéXciting adventure around the airport, look out for Pokégenic photo spots, such as this cute Pikachu mural at Terminal 3 (T3). Pokémon will make special appearances on walls and in installations across all four terminals, so spot them and snap many photos!
Can’t get enough photos with Pikachu? Take one with this larger-than-life statue at the entrance to Jewel’s Forest Valley!
Exclusive Merchandise & Premiums
At T3’s Basement 2, near ST3PS, you will find a Pokémon Pop-up Store and a Pokémon Personalisation Station. Here, you can get your hands on special-edition anniversary merchandise, including T-shirts, vinyl stickers, and more.
With a minimum spend, you can also unlock access to personalised exclusives!
Spend at least S$60 on a single receipt at participating outlets across Changi Airport terminals, Jewel or on iShopChangi, and you can purchase a Pokémon Cap or Pokémon Poké Ball Bag for S$12.90. These items come with a free charm featuring 1 of 3 starter Pokémon: Charmander, Bulbasaur, and Squirtle.
For further customisation, you can top up S$9.90 for an additional Pikachu charm, as well as custom name embroidery.
If you’d like even more charms on your bag and cap, you can find and purchase them at the pop-up store. Look out for your favourite Pokémon and make your accessories truly unique!
With the same minimum spend of S$60, you will also be eligible to purchase exclusive Pokémon 30th Anniversary premiums. This includes Pikachu and Eevee plushies (S$18.90), a travel blanket (S$9.90), luggage (S$52.90–S$74.90), and more.
These premiums can be found at a Redemption counter on T3’s Basement 2 level, not far from the Pop-up Store and Personalisation Counter. If you spend a minimum of S$100 on a single receipt, you can also head to this counter for a Memory Game Challenge.
Get a high score and stand to win Pokémon Medallions, Funko Pop figurines, Pokémon Trading Cards, and more.
Changi Rewards members who spend S$600 cumulatively get to redeem a special Pokémon 30th Anniversary premium and Fun Pack, which includes 3 collectable playing cards.
If you’re a Mastercard holder, use your card for your purchases, and you can buy an additional umbrella at the Redemption counter, and another Pokémon Cap or Pokémon Poké Ball Bag at the Personalisation Station.
Pokémon Experience Lounge
It wouldn’t be Pokémon without fun and games. Head over to T3’s Departure Hall, where you will find a Pokémon Experience Lounge, open daily from 12pm to 9pm, until 3 January 2027. Here, you can battle other trainers in Pokémon Champions and the Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG), or discover Pokémon Pokopia.
Join a free TCG tutorial to take home a Fun Pack, or compete in a Pokémon TCG Battle and Pokémon Champions Tournament on select Saturdays to win attractive prizes. Entry to this lounge is free, but booking a slot beforehand on the Changi App is highly encouraged as space is limited.
PokéXciting Stage and Meet & Greet
The last thing you’d want to catch at T3’s Departure Hall is the PokéXciting Stage. Especially on 7 & 8 November 2026, at 4.30pm and 7.30pm – don’t miss PokéXciting! Pikachu, an electrifying, cute dance performance with familiar Pokémon tunes remixed into high-octane dance music.
Queues open 60 minutes before each session and are subject to limited capacity. Like the Pokémon Parade, admission is free, but registration onsite is required. Be early if you want to catch Pikachu(s) in action!
Meet & Greet sessions with Pokémon characters will also be held at this stage every weekend until 20 December 2026 at select times. On 7 & 8 November 2026, snap photos with your favourite Pokémon at 12pm, 2pm, 8.30pm, and 9.30pm.
On following weekends, different Pokémon will appear in pairs at 2pm and 3pm. To find details on all the Pokémon experiences and promotions and not miss any, visit Changi Airport and Jewel’s websites.
PokéXciting!
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📍 Changi Airport & Jewel
🕚 Various timings
🗓️ 3 November 2026 to 3 January 2027
No matter who your favourite Pokémon are, we hope you catch ‘em all!
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