To celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG), the official team has released the highly anticipated special expansion set, Pokémon TCG: 30th Celebration.
The biggest highlight of this expansion set is that each booster pack contains 5 foil cards (including one of 30 different Pikachu artworks) and 1 foil basic Energy card. It also features the "Classic Collection" that recreates classic cards and numerous newly illustrated Illustration Rare cards.
Below is a complete list of product lineups and release schedules for the US version, which will be gradually released in the second half of 2026:
Release Schedule & Product Details
Wave 1: Releasing September 16, 2026
1. Elite Trainer Box (ETB)
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Standard ETB: Contains 9 packs of 30th Celebration booster packs, 1 full-art promo card of Nidorina, 65 card sleeves, 16 foil Energy cards, damage-counter dice, a coin, 6 card dividers, and a player's guide.
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Pokémon Center Exclusive ETB: Contains 11 booster packs, and an additional full-art promo card of Nidorina with a Pokémon Center logo.
2. Promo Boxes & Binder Sets
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Poster Collection: Includes a large poster featuring over 160 card artworks, foil cards of the Kanto Legendary birds (Articuno, Zapdos, Moltres), and 3 booster packs.
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Binder Collection: Includes a 30th Anniversary themed 9-pocket binder and 5 booster packs.
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Pokémon ex Box (Sylveon ex & Greninja ex): Includes foil promo cards and oversized cards of either Sylveon ex or Greninja ex, and 4 booster packs.
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Tech Sticker Collection: Promo cards of Alolan Exeggutor or Lucario, tech stickers, and 3 booster packs.
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2-Pack Blister & Knock Out Collection: Includes a foil Eevee card, a plastic coin, and 2 booster packs.
Wave 2: Releasing October 2, 2026
1. Booster Bundle
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The best choice for players who simply want to enjoy opening packs, contains 6 packs of 30th Celebration booster packs.
2. Mini Tins
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A complete set of 10 designs, which can be combined to form two complete scenic views: "Day" and "Night".
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Each tin contains 2 booster packs, 1 themed sticker, and 1 art card.
Wave 3: Releasing October 30, 2026
1. Battle Deck — Espeon ex & Umbreon ex
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A full-foil 60-card pre-built deck designed for battle players.
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Espeon ex version: Features a Victini Illustration Rare card.
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Umbreon ex version: Features a Zeraora Illustration Rare card.
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Each version includes a deck box, coin, and playmat.
Wave 4: Releasing November 6, 2026 (The Main Event)
The products released at the end of the year are primarily high-spec collection boxes, perfect for記念 collection:
| Product Name | Highlights | Number of Booster Packs |
Ultra-Premium Collection (UPC) — Day & Night
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Includes Pikachu ex + Espeon ex (or Umbreon ex) promo cards, a playmat, a premium deck box, card sleeves, and quality accessories. | 29 booster packs + 1 Classic Collection exclusive pack (containing 3 nostalgic cards) |
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Ditto Premium Collection
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Includes a high-quality transparent acrylic display stand and an exclusive Ditto promo card. | 8 booster packs |
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Figure Collection — Mew & Mewtwo
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Includes a detailed 3D sculpted figure of Mew or Mewtwo, promo cards, and oversized cards. | 5 booster packs |
