There are two suggested entry points into the park’s event session area. Gameplay will begin at:

• North Entrance: E Jackson Drive

• South Entrance: E Balbo Drive

Please note that your ticket purchase designates your starting time and date. Refer to the event map here to see gameplay areas.

Public Transportation

Trips can be planned using the Regional Transportation Authority (RTA) trip planner: http://www.rtachicago.org

The Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) provides train and bus service throughout the city, including direct access to Grant Park and connections to both major airports. For routes, schedules, and service updates, visit: http://www.transitchicago.com

• Closest North entrance: Lake (Red Line) and State/Lake (Brown, Orange, Purple, Green, Pink Lines)

• Closest South entrance: Harrison (Red Line)

CTA trains and buses are accessible. For more information on accessibility services, visit: http://www.transitchicago.com/accessibility

The Metra commuter rail system provides service from the suburbs into downtown Chicago. For routes, schedules, and nearby stations, visit: https://metrarail.com

Biking/Wheeled Devices

You are welcome to ride your bike to the event, but the use of wheeled devices (bicycles, skateboards, roller skates, scooters, etc.) within the game play area is not permitted.
Children’s strollers and wheeled equipment used by disabled individuals are permitted.

Convenient parking is available at Millennium Garages with exclusive discounts for Trainers who make a reservation ahead of time. Parking options include Grant Park North, Grant Park South, Millennium Park Garage, and Millennium Lakeside Garage.

Rates vary by location and duration, and the best pricing is generally available the earlier you book.

If Trainers show up without a reservation there will not be a discount included in the price, so book early!

To see the garage locations and reserve parking, please visit: https://millenniumgarages.com/pokemongofestparking/

Request a ride through a rideshare provider to Grant Park and follow the directions in the app for a smooth pickup and drop off experience.

Parking is available at Millennium Garages and the lots are fully accessible.

Tickets can be purchased at here while supplies last.

For an overview of how in-app ticketing works for the live Pokémon GO Fest event, see our Help Center.

Please note the following:

• Event gameplay will be available at these locations only on the specified date and time.

• Tickets to these events, including the purchase of any add-ons, are nonrefundable (subject to applicable law and the exceptions set forth in the Terms of Service). Tickets are “first come, first served” and will be available for purchase while supplies last.

• Minors are only able to attend when accompanied by a parent or guardian. Refer to the Pokémon GO Help Center for information about purchasing a ticket for a child account.

There is no check-in! To begin your Pokémon GO Fest Park Experience, simply arrive at Grant Park on the date and time of your purchased ticket. Trainers without a valid ticket will not be able to see or interact with any Pokémon within the park.

Morning Park Experience: 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Afternoon Park Experience: 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Please note: Your ticket determines your official start time and date. You can only access in-park gameplay during your assigned time.

If you purchased a Premier Access add-on, you get access to lockers, upgraded restrooms, portable chargers, and an outdoor lounge during your selected play session. Access to the lounge is at the southeast grove of Buckingham Fountain and you will need to show the Add-on 2D code in the Pokémon GO app to pick up your wristband for access. Premier Access add-ons can be purchased here while supplies last.

How to find 2D code: Navigate to in-person event tickets in the Pokémon GO App, scroll to and then select the event listing, and scroll down to view your event tickets, Add-ons, and 2D code

The included Commemorative Pin is also available for pick up at the Premier Access Lounge

On-site security: Grant Park is routinely patrolled by the Chicago Police Department (CPD), who enforce park rules and ensure the safety of visitors across the campus and parking areas.

Additional event security: We have worked closely with the Chicago Park District and local authorities to develop a comprehensive security plan for quick and effective responses to a range of situations. Your safety is our priority.

Evacuation procedures: If circumstances require evacuation, Trainers should follow the instructions given by event security, police, or medical responders.

Lost children: In the event of a missing child, please notify a Chicago Park District representative, a local police officer, event security guard, or a member of the customer service staff so that they can coordinate to make sure the child is returned safely.

Safety tips:
If you see suspicious activity, report it immediately to Public Safety at 312-747-2193 or call 9-1-1.

Keep your cell phone accessible in case of emergency.
Stay alert and watch your step, especially near wet areas or uneven pathways.

For more information please visit: Chicago Park District

All attendees must abide by the Niantic Live Events Code of Conduct.

Allowed:

• Binoculars

• Blanket, sheets, towels

• Cameras (basic point and shoot consumer-grade cameras)

• GoPro cameras without accessories

• Sealed sunscreen lotion (no aerosol containers)

• Empty hydration packs and water bottles (plastic or aluminum); Max size 36 oz.

• Prepackaged food

• Water; you may bring factory-sealed bottles of water and refill them throughout the day at our free water-filling stations

• Collapsible umbrella

• Strollers

Prohibited:

• Cigarettes, e-cigs or vaping devices

• Aerosol containers (including sunscreen and personal beauty products)

• Any and all professional audio recording equipment

• Any and all professional video equipment

• Camera accessories, such as selfie sticks, tripods, monopods, GoPro mounts and attachments, or other commercial equipment

• Drones or any other remote flying device

• Totem, flags, banners

• Coolers of any kind (exceptions may be made for medical use)

• Framed backpacks

• Hammocks

• Glass containers

• Weapons or explosives of any kind (including firearms, pocket knives, pepper spray, fireworks, etc.)

• Illegal and illicit substances of any kind

• Drugs or drug paraphernalia

• Alcohol of any kind

• Professional-grade radios or walkie-talkies

• Pets (except for service animals)

• Skateboards, scooters, bicycles, wagons, carts (including red wagons), or any personal motorized vehicles

• Tents, canopies, or shade structures of any kind

• Unauthorized/unlicensed vendors are not allowed. No unauthorized solicitation and materials including handbills, flyers, stickers, beach balls, giveaways, samples, etc.

• Large wallet and waist chains that exceed 12 inches in length and width of 1 inch

• Bicycle chains and other such chains

• Bicycles inside the festival ground (free parking is available near festival entrance)

• No chairs of any kind

• No inflatable furniture such as rafts, chairs, etc.

If you have further questions, please visit Chicago Park District

There is a merchandise booth located within the park that will sell Pokémon Center goods to attendees.

Grant Park Pokémon Center Pop-Up Shop

• June 4 12:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

• June 5-7 8:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.

NEWCITY Pokémon Center Boutique Shop

• May 30- Sunday, June 7 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

There will be an Information Booth located next to Buckingham Fountain. Stop by to get answers to your questions, receive registration help, learn about our accessibility plan, return found items or look for lost items, and learn more about Pokémon GO!

Pokémon GO Fest is proud to support those who may be nursing newborns during the event. Family restrooms will be available. Please visit an Information Booth for the exact location.

Additional Family Services can be found at the Trainer Belonging Base.

There will be a Technical Support desk located within the event for ticket-holding attendees. The support staff can help you if you have issues with the event gameplay.

Think about what you bring. To help eliminate plastic bag waste, choose reusable bags or totes for your supplies and souvenir items. Avoid buying single-use items and disposing of them while in the park.

While playing, make sure to stick to designated paths and avoid any areas that are closed off. When vegetation is trampled, there is a greater chance that either weeds will grow back in its place or nothing will grow back at all. If everyone taking part in Pokémon GO Fest strayed from the path, our host park could suffer severe impacts, so help us take care of the park by sticking to dedicated paths and trails.

Our goal for Pokémon GO Fest is to leave the park better than we found it. As much as possible, things you bring into the park should leave with you, too. For other waste, Pokémon GO Fest will have trash and recycling stations around the host park for your use. Even leftover biodegradable materials, such as food scraps, should be disposed of in a compost bin. Though these items are biodegradable, they are not native to the host city and can create an eyesore for others. A general rule of thumb is to ask yourself, “Would this be here if I weren’t?” If the answer is no, then the best practice is to pack it out with you and dispose of it properly.

Observe wildlife from a distance and never feed them human food. Animals can become dependent on leftover food or trash and become aggressive as a result. By sticking to paths and not approaching wildlife, you avoid stressing animals or damaging their habitat.

If each visitor picked a flower, collected a rock, or didn’t properly dispose of waste, then the natural habitat would be depleted. Leave the parks and city as you find them to protect the habitat of plants and animals, as well as the outdoor experiences of millions of visitors. Even better, with the help of fellow Trainers, we can leave our host city better than we found it!

Garbage collection and disposal is ultimately the responsibility of everyone. Any and all refuse generated must be properly disposed of in receptacles located throughout the park. Please dispose of your trash in the correct receptacles, as notated by signs.

All ticket holders are allowed to re-enter the event throughout their ticketed session. Only ticket holders of the active gameplay session will see and be able to participate in gameplay.

Trainers will be required to select from two gameplay sessions to guide their gameplay throughout the day. Trainers may only select and participate in one Park Gameplay session.

Beginning at 9:00 a.m., Trainers can start their day exploring Grant Park and everything it has to offer.

From 1:00 p.m to 2:00 p.m., there will be a brief intermission with no gameplay in Grant Park, giving Trainers time to travel to their preferred city play location.

In the afternoon, the adventure continues in the city—Trainers can enjoy the rest of the event from anywhere in Chicago!

With an Afternoon Park Experience ticket, Trainers will kick off their day by enjoying event gameplay from anywhere in Chicago. Note that there will be no gameplay in Grant Park until your Park Experience begins at 2:00 p.m.

From 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m., we recommend using the intermission period to make your way to Grant Park.

Starting at 2:00 p.m., Trainers can dive into the Park Experience, exploring everything Grant Park has to offer.

Security guards will be located throughout the areas of the event to provide assistance. If additional assistance is needed, find the nearest security staff, or call Public Safety at 312-747-2193, or 9-1-1.

Pokémon GO Fest is ADA compliant, including accessible entrances and restrooms. Power outlets for recharging devices will be located at specific locations across the event area. Please look for the mobility charging signs. For more information on accessibility accommodations, visit an Information Booth or the Trainer Belonging Base during operational hours. Services offered at the Information Booth include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Answers to questions specific to the ADA access program

• Information relevant to our patrons with disabilities

If you encounter a guest with a disability who has any access questions or needs assistance, please direct them to an Information Booth.

Please be considerate of all Pokémon GO Fest 2026 attendees. Never ask the nature of a person’s disability. Never push a mobility device or wheelchair unless asked, but you can help clear crowds as appropriate.

A patron requiring insulin is allowed to bring their medically necessary materials and medications as long as all medicine has a prescription label with the patron’s name. Out of concern for the festival staff who handle the trash, patrons are expected to dispose of medical waste and syringes in the proper disposal located at the medical area. Please do not dispose of these items in other trash bins at the event.

If additional support is required, please check in at the medical area.

The park grounds are ADA accessible, but please be aware that this is a venue with distances between attractions. Attendees can expect to travel about one mile during their Park Experience. Bear in mind that Pokémon GO Fest 2026 is an outdoor event where most travel is over natural terrain and pathways. Be prepared for rain or shine. The event does not provide wheelchairs for rent or loan, personal care, golf cart rides, or push services of any kind. Guests should make arrangements in advance if a wheelchair is needed and plan to bring attendants, if required.

• Motorized vehicles, such as Segways and golf carts, are not allowed.

• Accessible toilets are available throughout the park.

Dogs and cats under the control of a handler and on a leash are allowed at Grant Park. All other animals are prohibited without permission from the Chicago Park District. No animals (except trained service animals) are allowed in buildings.

You can bring prepackaged food and bottled water. There will also be a variety of food vendors on-site. Glass containers are discouraged.

Hydration stations to refill water bottles and water fountains will be located throughout Grant Park. Don’t forget to bring your reusable water bottle to fill up and keep yourself refreshed throughout the event. Please be mindful of the weather. Drink water even if you don’t feel thirsty. We want everyone to stay hydrated and healthy during Pokémon GO Fest!

Pokémon GO Fest 2026 will have food vendors that provide special dietary options. Please visit an Information Booth for a full list of vendors and further information.

The event will take place rain or shine. Please dress appropriately for the weather conditions. No refunds will be given due to inclement weather. In the case of extreme weather, directions to the nearest shelters will be communicated to attendees.

Looking to explore more of Chicago? Check out the resources from Choose Chicago for recommendations on attractions, events, dining, transportation, and more throughout the city:

• Chicago Like a Local Blog

• Free Chicago Visitor Guide

• Chicago Events Calendar

• Getting to Chicago

• Getting around Chicago

• Hotels near Grant Park

We also encourage attendees to sign up for the Choose Chicago Newsletter to receive the latest city updates, events, and recommendations during their visit.

To apply for press credentials, please reach out to press@nianticlabs.com.

333 W 35th St, Chicago, IL 60616 - Gate 5

Map of the Entry Gates

Visitors can enter the zoo via the West Gate or East Gate (2400 N. Cannon Drive).

Map of the Entry Gates

Buses

The 22, 36, 151, and 156 buses stop along the western edge of the zoo.

Trains

The Brown and Purple Lines stop at the Armitage station and the Red Line stops at the Fullerton station. Both stations are accessible and located about one mile west of the zoo.

To learn more about taking the CTA, call 312-836-7000 or visit transitchicago.com.

Biking/Wheeled Devices
Bicycle racks are located near East Gate, West Gate, and Café Brauer Gate, with additionalracks along Cannon and Stockton drives. There are also several nearby Divvy stations.

Paid parking is available in the zoo’s parking lot at 2400 N. Cannon Drive. Parking is free for the first half hour. After that, rates range from $35 to $45 per day and include applicable parking taxes. Prices are subject to change. Cash is not accepted and there is no attendant at the exit.

Up-to-date information on parking, transit, and zoo hours can be found at lpzoo.org/visit

Yes. Please request a ride through a rideshare provider to Lincoln Park Zoo and follow the directions in the app.

Please visit lpzoo.org/visit for information about ADA accessible parking. Additional information about accessibility can be found at lpzoo.org/access

On-site security: Safety is a top priority at Lincoln Park Zoo with around-the-clock on-site security.

Evacuation procedures: If circumstances require evacuation, Trainers should follow the instructions of Lincoln Park Zoo staff, police, or medical responders.

Lost children: Notify a Lincoln Park Zoo staff member or visit Searle Visitor Center.

Safety tips:
In case of emergency, call 911.

All attendees must abide by the Niantic Live Events Code of Conduct and the Lincoln Park Zoo Code of Conduct.

Please visit Lincoln Park Zoo's Code of Conduct for detailed information about restrictions on grounds, including alcohol, smoking, and pets.

Notify a Lincoln Park Zoo staff member or visit Searle Visitor Center.

Lincoln Park Zoo welcomes people of all abilities. Please visit lpzoo.org/access for information and resources or email access@lpzoo.org.

First aid is available at Searle Visitor Center. In case of emergency, call 911.

Please visit lpzoo.org/access for information and resources.

For the health and safety of the animals in our care, pets are not allowed at Lincoln Park Zoo.

Service dogs are welcome at Lincoln Park Zoo but may have restrictions in certain animal areas. Learn more at lpzoo.org/access

The event will take place rain or shine. Please dress appropriately for the weather conditions. No refunds will be given due to inclement weather. In the case of extreme weather, please follow the instructions ofLincoln Park Zoo staff.

To apply for press credentials, please reach out to Anna Cieslik at acieslik@lpzoo.org.

Commercial photography and/or videography requires approval and a permit in advance. Learn more at lpzoo.org/pressroom

West Side Entrance - The Field Museum is in the heart of Chicago’s Museum Campus, at 1400 South DuSable Lake Shore Dr. It’s simple to get here by car, public transportation, or bike.

For more information, please go to the site below.
https://www.fieldmuseum.org/page/attending-pokemon-go-fest

By Public Transit

Chicago’s convenient public transit offerings are an environmentally friendly way to get to the Field Museum every day of the year.

By CTA Train

The closest CTA train stop to the Field Museum is Roosevelt. Servicing the Red, Orange, and Green lines, the Roosevelt stop also offers a connection to the #146 bus (at State and Roosevelt), which takes riders directly to the Museum Campus.

For schedule updates, maps, information on Ventra fare cards, and other travel information, visit the CTA website.

By CTA Bus

Two bus lines service the Museum Campus:

• #146 (Inner Drive/Michigan Express/Museum Campus)

• #130 (Museum Campus, only mid-May through Labor Day)

Use the CTA’s Bus Tracker for updated arrival times.

By Metra

The closest Metra stop to the Field Museum is the Metra Electric District station at Museum Campus/11th Street.

Visit Metra’s website for information about other nearby stations, schedules, tickets, and other travel information.

By Bike

There’s no better way to get to the Field Museum on a beautiful day than by bike—easily access the Museum from Chicago’s Lakefront Trail. Public bike racks are available at the East and West entrances, as well as on the northeast and northwest terraces.

Borrow a bike with Divvy, Chicago's bike-sharing system. Get a 24-hour pass and take a bike from one of hundreds of stations across the city. Our closest Divvy station is on the southwest side of the Museum (McFetridge Drive). Visit Divvy’s website for station locations and pricing information.

Biking Directions

From the north or south, access the Museum via the Lakefront Trail—follow signs for the Museum Campus.

From west of the museum, take Roosevelt Road just past Michigan Avenue, follow the path through the park over the 11th Street Pedestrian Bridge (over the Metra tracks), and proceed under Columbus Drive and S. DuSable Lake Shore Drive.

Museum Campus Parking

Looking to park near the Field Museum? There are plenty of options on the Museum Campus. All options are owned by the Chicago Park District and managed by an outside vendor.

Rates and availability of parking at Soldier Field are subject to change without notice, particularly on days with Chicago Bears home games and Chicago Fire home matches. Please see details and options at Soldier Field Parking.

Other events at Soldier Field and Huntington Bank Pavilion at Northerly Island can affect traffic, parking availability, and rates.

If you’re hoping to snag a deal on Museum Campus parking, check out the SpotHero app for nearby Field Museum parking spots. New app users get 5% off by using promo code FIELDCHI at checkout.

Soldier Field North Garage

$27 for up to 4 hours, $32 for up to 12 hours. The North Garage (accessible via the main entrance on Museum Campus Drive) is open from 5am to 5pm every day. Parked cars can leave after closing hours, but overnight parking is not allowed.

East Museum Lot

$32 for up to 12 hours. The East Museum Lot (located on the east side of the Field Museum) is open from 9am to 3pm daily, and is accessible via the main entrance on Museum Campus Drive. Parked cars can leave after closing hours, but overnight parking is not allowed.

Request a ride through a rideshare provider to Field Museum and follow the directions in the app for a smooth pickup and drop off experience. Main entrance drop.

Wheelchair-accessible parking

Wheelchair-accessible parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis in the East Museum Lot.

If the East Museum Lot’s accessible parking is full, consider parking at the east end of the Soldier Field North Garage for easier access to our accessible East entrance. There are elevators at both entrances to the Soldier Field garage.

Accessibility at the Field Museum

Yes! Please enter through our accessible East Entrance when using a wheelchair or stroller. Wheelchairs are available for visitors to borrow at no cost on a first-come, first-serve basis at the South and East Entrances. Wheelchairs are fully sanitized between each use.

We do not offer strollers or carts to borrow or rent.

Strollers are allowed everywhere in the Museum. Stroller parking is available outside the 3D movie theaters on the ground level. The Field Museum is not responsible for any lost, stolen, or unclaimed items or strollers.

On-site security: Please head to the main entrance to the security booth just inside the main entrance for assistance.

Evacuation procedures: If circumstances require evacuation, Trainers should follow the instructions directed by event security, police, or medical responders.

Lost children: In the event of a missing child, please notify a representative, a local police officer, event security guard, or a member of the customer service staff so that they can coordinate to make sure the child is returned safely.

Safety tips:
If you see suspicious activity, report it immediately to:

• Report to security booth

• Or call 9-1-1

Keep your cell phone accessible in case of emergency.
Stay alert and watch your step, especially near wet areas or uneven pathways.

All attendees must abide by the Niantic Live Events Code of Conduct.

Allowed:

You are more than welcome to carry backpacks, diaper bags, or coats throughout the Museum. Please store any luggage larger than a carry-on in our provided storage lockers located near the South Entrance on the main level.

Prohibited:

• Pets other than service animals

• No food, drinks or gum (except water) are allowed in the exhibits.

• Running, rough-housing, and climbing on exhibit structures.

• Firearms, other dangerous or deadly weapons, explosives, or other hazardous materials, either openly or concealed while on the premises.

• Use vulgar, obscene, threatening, harassing, discriminatory, disrespectful, or otherwise inappropriate language or exhibit other such behavior toward other guests or Museum staff, including wearing clothing with vulgar, obscene, or disrespectful images or messages.

• Engage in rowdy or disruptive behavior, such as fighting, running, shouting, or pushing.

If you have further questions, please visit visitor services.

If you’re at the museum and need immediate assistance, please contact Field Base by calling 312.665.7999 to report an emergency, or 312.665.7985 for non-emergencies.

Accessibility at the Field Museum

Yes! Please enter through our accessible East Entrance when using a wheelchair or stroller. Wheelchairs are available for visitors to borrow at no cost on a first-come, first-serve basis at the South and East Entrances. Wheelchairs are fully sanitized between each use.

We do not offer strollers or carts to borrow or rent.

Wheelchairs are available for visitors to borrow at no cost on a first-come, first-serve basis at the South and East

For medical emergencies at The Field Museum, contact staff immediately or call Field Base at 312-665-7999. A first aid room is available on the ground level near the Siragusa Center, and the museum offers accessible entrances, elevators, and a private nursing room.

N/A

Only trained service animals, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), are permitted in the public areas of the museum. Pets and emotional support animals are not allowed on the property.

You are welcome to bring your own water bottle. There are contactless filling stations and water fountains throughout the Museum. Water is also available for purchase in the Bistro, Explorer Cafe, and in vending machines.

Brought your own snacks? There are tables open to museum visitors on the ground level in the Siragusa Center and near the Sea Mammals.

The Field Bistro, open every day 9am—4:30pm, is located on the main level. The restaurant offers a menu featuring locally sourced food and quick grab-and-go service, as well as a full bar featuring exclusive offerings made by local brewers and distilleries.

The Explorer Cafe is on the ground floor and offers family-friendly fare in a casual setting. The Cafe is open Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday, 10am—3pm.

Restaurant hours, menu items, and availability are subject to change.

The event will take place rain or shine. Please dress appropriately for the weather conditions. No refunds will be given due to inclement weather. In the case of extreme weather, directions to the nearest shelters will be communicated to attendees.

To apply for press credentials, please reach out to press@nianticlabs.com.