June 20th and 21st
Saturday: 10 am - 6 pm
Sunday: 11am - 5 pm

Hall 2 of the Montgomery County Fairgrounds –
16 Chestnut St, Gaithersburg, MD 20877

Step into a world of elegance, pageantry, and adventure at PokeFair Renaissance, a summer Pokémon celebration where Trainers gather in a setting inspired by regal splendor and timeless fantasy. Hosted at the Montgomery County Fairgrounds, this special event will mark an exciting new chapter as our first-ever two-day show, held in a much larger hall than our previous events to welcome even more members of the community.

Across two full days, fans can explore a vibrant marketplace of artists and vendors, take part in beautifully themed cosplay meet-ups and photoshoots, and enjoy a wide variety of activities designed to celebrate the creativity and passion of the Pokémon fandom.

The festivities of PokeFair Renaissance will feature a grand lineup of competitions and stage programming. Trainers can test their skills in Pokémon TCG and VGC tournaments, take the spotlight in cosplay and trivia competitions, and participate in many other engaging activities happening both on and off stage throughout the weekend.

Between competitions and events, guests can relax in open/free play spaces for the Pokémon TCG and video games, discover unique creations from talented artists, and connect with fellow Trainers in a welcoming and supportive atmosphere.

Whether you arrive dressed in royal fashion, inspired by your favorite Pokémon, or simply as the Trainer you’ve always been, PokeFair Renaissance invites you to celebrate the magic, creativity, and camaraderie of the Pokémon world in truly grand style. Join us for an unforgettable weekend this summer. ✨

Featured Activities

Video Games

Competitive and casual open play of modern and retro games will be available to enjoy!

Trading Cards

Whether you’re into casual collecting, high rolling gems, and competitive tournaments

Artwork

Wide variety of artists with different styles, mediums and products!

Cosplay

Various cosplay meet ups and photo opportunities for share your love of the brand

Panels

Pokémon panels feature discussions on games, strategy, and franchise history.

Scavenger Hunts

Each day will feature day exclusive puzzles and interactive prized activities.

Tickets

Children

Ages 6 and under

FREE!

One Day Passes

Adult

(over the age of 12)

Saturday - $20
Sunday - $15

Children

(under the age of 12)

Saturday - $12
Sunday - $10

Group

(Adult Group of 4)

Saturday - $70
Sunday - $50

Two Day Passes

Adult

(over the age of 12)

$30

Children

(under the age of 12)

$20

Group

(Adult Group of 4)

$100

Vip Package

Access to both days
1 hour early admission to both days
PokeFair Renaissance Branded Drawstring Bag
1 of 4 Handmade Pokeball themed flowers

$65

Vendors and Artists

Please note a majority of products on each table must be Pokemon IP related, around 40-65% at the minimum, to maintain the theme of the show.

Merchandise Vendors and Artists

Whether you put your creativity or craft to create many beloved pieces of some of these beloved characters, you have a welcomed spot at PokeFair! Drawings, painting, prints, stickers, 3D Printed Models, or something more unique, we want to how you express your enjoyment of this brand!

Card Vendors

Vendors of all kind with Pokemon related works are welcome to attend this year’s event! Whether you have retro video games, licensed merchandise or accessories, or plushies, we encourage you to apply to share them our audience to ensure they will end up in loved hands!

Adult Cosplay Competition Sign up

Join our Pokémon Cosplay Contest attendees over the age of 18 is happening exclusively on Saturday. Show off your best Pokémon-inspired look for a chance to win prizes!

Navigation

Navigation

Montgomery County Fairgrounds

Hall 2

From I-270 Highway

From N Frederick Road (355)

VCG Tournaments

Want to test your mantle in all multiple generations of Pokémon competitive battling? Hosted by Maurice Valentino of Pokefair and Pokefair's assortment of battle connoisseurs, the most electrifying battles are coming to Pokefair with an all you can eat buffet of choices.

There will be tournaments in the following Pokémon video Games:

  • Pokémon Stadium 1 (Battles, Rentals Only)

  • Pokémon Stadium 2 (Minigames)

  • Pokémon Puzzle League

  • Pokémon XD Gale of Darkness

  • Pokémon Battle Revolution

  • Pokken 

  • PokéSmash (Super Smash Brothers Ultimate with Pokémon Characters only)

  • Pokémon Legends Z-A

  • Pokémon Champions (VGC, Swiss, Closed Team Sheet)

There will be great, one of a kind Pokémon prizes for all tournaments ranging from plushies, apparel, cash prizes and merch.

Each tournament signup is $10 each. Tournaments will start at 11am on both days. Any tournaments not finished on Saturday will be finished Sunday.

A cash prize and trophies given to the Top 2 winners of the Legends Z-A Tourney and the Pokémon Champions Tourney.