Vancouver GoFest Celebration Brought Thousands Downtown
Downtown Vancouver was buzzing with energy on June 28–29, 2025 as Vancouver GoFest Celebration returned for another unforgettable weekend of Pokémon-themed fun and community celebration.
Thousands of visitors filled Esther Short Park and surrounding neighborhoods, exploring local shops, participating in interactive games, enjoying live music, and celebrating their shared love of Pokémon. From colorful cosplay to passport challenges and evening movie experiences, the festival brought together families, fans, and businesses in a way that showcased the heart of downtown.
As proud sponsors of this year’s event, the Vancouver Downtown Association was thrilled to support an experience that not only activated our public spaces but also boosted local business and celebrated the vibrant, creative spirit of our community.
Thank you to everyone who participated! See you again next year!
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- Registration line
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- Vancouver GoFest Passport
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- Kids meeting Ash and Pikachu
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- Michael Walker, John Park, and Kim Harless
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- View of the stage in Esther Short Park
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- Michael Walker
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- James, Officer Jenny, Ash, Jessie and Pikachu
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- Michael Walker, Erin Landers, John Park, Kim Harless
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- Pokemon Go players outside Dandelion Teahouse and Apothecary
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- Participants getting their passport stamped at Bike Clark County
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- Ratany Bloom
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- Kiggins Theatre
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- Inside the passport at Ronald Records
