The Pokémon Company has officially announced a highly anticipated Pokémon Presents presentation, set to take place on Pokémon Day, February 27, 2026.
This annual Pokémon-focused broadcast will begin at 6:00 AM PST (9:00 AM EST) and is expected to attract a global audience of both long-time fans and industry watchers eager for the latest franchise developments. Pokémon Presents events have become a cornerstone of the Pokémon Day celebrations, which commemorate the anniversary of the original release of Pokémon Red and Pokémon Green in Japan.
This year’s presentation holds particular significance as the franchise approaches its 30th anniversary, further highlighting Pokémon’s enduring legacy as a leader in the gaming world. While The Pokémon Company has not disclosed the full range of announcements slated for this Pokémon Presents, it has been confirmed that both Pokémon FireRed and Pokémon LeafGreen will become available as digital releases on the Nintendo eShop shortly after the broadcast concludes.
Originally launched for the Game Boy Advance in 2004, FireRed and LeafGreen are enhanced remakes of the first-generation classics that helped cement Pokémon’s place in gaming history.
With the upcoming eShop launch, Nintendo Switch users will have the opportunity to revisit—or experience for the first time—the Kanto region’s beloved adventure. In a statement released with the announcement, representatives from The Pokémon Company noted that the upcoming Pokémon Presents will share new information and special content, underscoring the importance of Pokémon’s 30th anniversary milestone.
While specific details regarding additional content remain under wraps, fans can anticipate a showcase of both nostalgic nods to the past and forward-looking updates for the franchise. As the Pokémon franchise continues to break sales records and expand across platforms, this February 27 event marks an essential date for the gaming calendar.
The digital debut of FireRed and LeafGreen on the Nintendo Switch eShop also emphasizes Nintendo’s ongoing commitment to making legacy titles available to a new generation of gamers. For fans and industry observers alike, Pokémon Presents on Pokémon Day 2026 is shaping up to be a pivotal moment, featuring not only new releases but also retrospectives on three decades of Pokémon’s cultural impact and innovation in the gaming industry.
Be sure to tune in for all the major announcements as The Pokémon Company celebrates this historic anniversary.
This annual Pokémon-focused broadcast will begin at 6:00 AM PST (9:00 AM EST) and is expected to attract a global audience of both long-time fans and industry watchers eager for the latest franchise developments. Pokémon Presents events have become a cornerstone of the Pokémon Day celebrations, which commemorate the anniversary of the original release of Pokémon Red and Pokémon Green in Japan.
This year’s presentation holds particular significance as the franchise approaches its 30th anniversary, further highlighting Pokémon’s enduring legacy as a leader in the gaming world. While The Pokémon Company has not disclosed the full range of announcements slated for this Pokémon Presents, it has been confirmed that both Pokémon FireRed and Pokémon LeafGreen will become available as digital releases on the Nintendo eShop shortly after the broadcast concludes.
Originally launched for the Game Boy Advance in 2004, FireRed and LeafGreen are enhanced remakes of the first-generation classics that helped cement Pokémon’s place in gaming history.
With the upcoming eShop launch, Nintendo Switch users will have the opportunity to revisit—or experience for the first time—the Kanto region’s beloved adventure. In a statement released with the announcement, representatives from The Pokémon Company noted that the upcoming Pokémon Presents will share new information and special content, underscoring the importance of Pokémon’s 30th anniversary milestone.
While specific details regarding additional content remain under wraps, fans can anticipate a showcase of both nostalgic nods to the past and forward-looking updates for the franchise. As the Pokémon franchise continues to break sales records and expand across platforms, this February 27 event marks an essential date for the gaming calendar.
The digital debut of FireRed and LeafGreen on the Nintendo Switch eShop also emphasizes Nintendo’s ongoing commitment to making legacy titles available to a new generation of gamers. For fans and industry observers alike, Pokémon Presents on Pokémon Day 2026 is shaping up to be a pivotal moment, featuring not only new releases but also retrospectives on three decades of Pokémon’s cultural impact and innovation in the gaming industry.
Be sure to tune in for all the major announcements as The Pokémon Company celebrates this historic anniversary.
