Complete Pokémon TCG Release Calendar · 1996—Present
Your complete guide to every Pokémon TCG release. Explore 30 years of card history across English, Japanese, and Simplified Chinese markets.
Every confirmed English and Japanese Pokémon TCG set releasing in 2026, updated as new dates are announced. The next major Japanese release is the Mega Evolution set Storm Emeralda on 31 July 2026. See the full Storm Emeralda card list for every card including Mega Rayquaza ex. Pokémon’s 30th anniversary set, 30th Celebration, follows on 16 September 2026 as the first simultaneous worldwide release.
Use the interactive calendar above to explore full release history across all eras, filter by region, and view set details.
Guides, news, and insights from the Pokémon TCG community
Market Analysis
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Market Analysis
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Feature
Tracing 27 years of scheduling evolution from the Wild West of WotC to the synchronised Scarlet & Violet era.
Investigative
How two corporate giants captured the entire card grading industry and what it means for collectors.