Pokemon GO launched a massive social media contest to celebrate ten years of community and discovery. This event allows worldwide players to share their favorite in-game moments for a chance to win a travel experience to a major live event.

The #GOMemories sweepstakes begins on March 10, 2026, and offers fourteen grand prizes. You can participate through supported social media platforms. Winners will receive an all-expenses-paid trip for two to attend a Pokemon GO Fest 2026 live event in a major global city.

Pokemon GO: How to Participate in the #GOMemories Sweepstakes

You must follow specific steps to join the #GOMemories sweepstakes. Entries that do not include the correct tags or fail to follow the official accounts may not be considered valid for the prize pool.

• You must follow @Pokemongo or @Pokemongoapp on TikTok, Instagram, or X.
• Post a photo or video that showcases a meaningful memory from your time playing the game.
• Every post must include the hashtags #GOMemories and #Sweepstakes to be tracked.
• You are required to tag the official Pokemon GO account directly within your social media caption.
• Submit one unique entry on each of the three supported platforms for a total of three chances.

Do not turn your profile back to private as soon as you post. Official rules require your account to remain public until at least May 15, 2026, so the judges can verify your entry.

While most players use X and TikTok, you can actually submit a fourth entry on Reddit. Simply reply to the official contest thread on the r/TheSilphRoad subreddit to maximize your odds.

Your second hashtag must match the language of your post. If you write your memory in Spanish, you must use #Sorteo instead of #Sweepstakes to remain eligible for the prize.

If you live in Canada, Denmark, or Mexico, winning is not just about luck. You will be required to answer a mathematical skill-testing question before you can officially claim your travel package.

Tip: Avoid using third-party “auto-post” apps to submit your entry. Niantic’s system is designed to disqualify any posts made via scripts or macros to ensure all winners are real human players.

Pokemon GO #GOMemories: Eligibility and Country Restrictions

While the #GOMemories event is a global celebration, the sweepstakes portion is limited to legal residents of specific participating countries. To be eligible for the 14 travel packages, you must be a resident of one of the following regions:

• North America: United States, Canada, Mexico
• Europe: United Kingdom, France, Spain, Denmark, Netherlands, Germany
• Asia: Japan, Taiwan, South Korea

Important Note: You must also have reached the age of majority in your specific jurisdiction at the time of entry. If you are not a resident of these specific countries, you can still share your memories using the hashtag to join the community celebration, but you will not be eligible for the prize draw.

Pokemon GO: Prizes and Travel Packages for Winners

During Memories in Motion, the fourteen selected winners will receive a premium travel package that covers nearly every cost for a trip to a live festival. If you win, you can bring one guest of your choice on the trip.

Important Deadlines and Global Destinations

Three different cities are hosting Pokemon GO in-person festivals in 2026, including this global promotion throughout the summer. As the events happen at different times, each city has its own #GOMemories sweepstakes entry deadline.

Tip: Enter before the first deadline on March 22. If you are not selected for the Tokyo trip, your entry automatically rolls over into the Chicago and Copenhagen drawings, giving you three chances to win with one post.

Pokemon GO: Strategy Tips for Creating a Winning Entry

You don’t need to be a professional video editor to win, because the contest focuses on authentic and heartfelt storytelling. The #GOMemories sweepstakes entries that stand out often highlight personal growth or the social side of the game, such as meeting a best friend through the game.

• Capture high-quality photos using the Pokemon GO Snapshot tool to show your buddy in the real world.
• Ensure your social media profile is set to public so the Niantic team can verify your post.
• Focus your story on specific prompts, such as your original first partner or the coolest place you discovered.
• Double-check the spelling of both hashtags to ensure your post is indexed in the official contest feed.
• If you are using video, keep it short and engaging to capture the energy of your favorite adventure.

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