The Pokémon Fest + The Festival of Card Games & Collectibles are now being merged and rebranded as TCG EXPO. The event will take place on March 16th at the Holešovice Market in Prague, HALL 13.
TCG EXPO is dedicated to all card game and collectible card enthusiasts. If you are a fan of sports cards, Lorcana TCG, Magic the Gathering (MTG), One Piece, Yu-gi-oh!, and many more, you are in for a treat. Come and enjoy a card exchange, contests, games, expert on fake Pokémon cards, Pokémon TCG, MTG, and Lorcana TCG lessons, and lots of more fun. Don't forget to bring your albums with you so you can complete your card collection, trade and play. And if cards are not your thing, check out our board games, Stiga Hockey game or Nintendo.
WHEN:
16. 3. 2024
10:00–18:00
18:30–20:00 night trade
WHERE:
Holešovická tržnice Praha
HALA 13
Bubenské nábř. 306, 170 00 Praha 7 - Holešovice
Main Stage Schedule:
10:00 Start
10:30 Photo shoot with mascots
11:00–12:00 LIVE STREAM
11:00–13:00 LORCANA TCG Tournament
12:00 1st round of Pokémon Bingo
12:30 1st round of Sports Bingo
13:00 Photo shoot with mascots
13:30–14:30 LIVE STREAM
15:00 Quiz Winners announcement
15:30 2nd round of Pokémon Bingo
16:00 2nd round of Sports Bingo
16:30 Photo shoot with mascots
17:00 Raffle draw and Online ticket draw
17:00–18:00 LIVE STREAM
18:00 End of the event
18:30 Start of the night card exchange
20:00 End of the night card exchange
Children' Corner Schedule:
11:00 Lecture on fake cards and how to evaluate your cards
13:30–14:30 Competitions and games - Can you spot a fake card? + Jigsaw puzzle battle
14:30 Photo shoot with mascots
All-day activities:
⚫ Card Exchange – Pokémon TCG, Lorcana TCG, Sports Cards, One Piece, etc.
⚫ Big Pokémon TCG Tournament by TORÉDO.CZ
⚫ Pokémon TCG lessons by Pokémaster.cz
⚫ Magic the Gathering lessons by Černý Rytíř
⚫ Lorcana TCG lessons by Dragon-World.store
⚫ One Piece & Star Wars lessons by Najáda
⚫ Expert on fake Pokémon cards
⚫ Board games from Blackfire.cz
⚫ PSA card grading (S.L.A.P!)
⚫ Pokémon, Sports and Disney Quiz
⚫ Pokémon riddle with a reward for everyone
⚫ Pokémon & Sports Bingo
⚫ Psyduck's headache
⚫ Pokémon cards buyout
⚫ Small Pokémon exhibition
⚫ Pokémon Battle
⚫ LIVE STREAM
⚫ Contests & Games
⚫ Photo shoot with Mascots
⚫ Raffle
⚫ Merch shop
⚫ Children's Corner
⚫ Face painting
⚫Refreshments
Exchange and buy cards!
Need to complete your collection? Or maybe you are looking to sell some of the cards you have duplicates of? Then don't miss the exchange market! Each seller will be waiting for you with unique deals – whether you are hunting for the last few pieces for your master set, putting together a special game deck, looking for a specific promo card, or want to treat yourself to a little something, this is the place to be.
1. Selling, exchanging or buying fake cards is strictly prohibited at the event! Those who violate the rule will be banned from the event. If you are unsure whether your card is legitimate, please consult our expert.
2. Selling and exchanging sealed Pokémon products and other merchandise is strictly prohibited at the event for all except pre-registered vendors. All vendors have a pre-arranged table and product assortment. Those who violate the rule will be banned from the event.
3. Please keep an eye on your album. Hundreds of people attend our events, and if you leave your album unattended, it can get lost. We are not responsible for the loss of personal items.
4. As organizers, we are not responsible for exchanges and sales made between visitors and/or exchange market sellers. However, if you have been sold a fake card or not treated fairly, please let us know.
We strongly recommend that you check the price of your cards in advance at www.cardmarket.com. You can also reference this site when exchanging cards with another person to make sure that you are getting a fair deal on your exchange/purchase/sale. You can also ask experienced sellers about the value of the cards.
5. We reserve the right to make changes to the program.
Learn the Pokémon TCG card game!
Want to start playing the Pokémon card game? Learn Pokémon TCG under the guidance of a trainer and play your first game. Every Pokémon card can be used to fight a thrilling battle.
Treat yourself!
Spoil yourself with the latest edition boosters, a nice album, a cute stuffed animal, or a cool box. In addition to the Pokemaster.cz e-shop, other local retailers are joining the event, ensuring a vast selection! And this time it's not only Pokémon products that are waiting for you – you can also get card and board games, sports cards, Funko POP! figures, One Piece, Lorcana, and much more!
Learn how to tell a fake card from a real one!
If you want to master the skill of spotting fake cards or chat about your collection, be sure to talk to our expert. And if you bring your own album, he'll check if your cards are originals.
Win exciting prizes!
The raffle is the highlight of the whole event. We give away boosters, stuffed animals, and even more expensive boxes that are well worth it. You can buy your raffle ticket directly at the event for 20,- and receive a little present along with it. The prize draw starts at 17:00 - and we remind you that the first prize must be collected in person at the time of the draw. Read more about the rules below.
The raffle prizes are drawn at the time specified in the program. You can attend in person, but you can still win even if you are no longer present during the draw. See the rules for more information:
1. We usually draw dozens of prizes in the raffle, and therefore the smaller ones in particular are drawn rather swiftly. All prizes (except the grand prize) will be waiting for you on the table after the draw. You don't have to rush through the crowd immediately - if your number is drawn, you can wait until after the draw is over to claim your prize.
2. We always take photos of unclaimed prizes and winning numbers after the draw is over and post them on the Facebook event page within 48 hours.
3. If you find your winning number among the unclaimed prizes, please send us a photo of your ticket and the address to which we should send your prize on our facebook.
4. Please note that the grand raffle prize must be claimed in person at the time of the draw. If the winner is not present, we will keep drawing more numbers until we find one whose holder is able to claim the prize.
Let's play bingo!
Not even a fierce Pokémon battle or a sports match compares to the thrill of our bingo. The rules are simple: circle five winning numbers and shout "bingo!". But can you do it faster than your opponents?
Choose the version that sounds more fun to you – would you rather chase Pokémon or collect hockey players from Nagano? And remember, there are small prizes waiting for the winners!
We usually play two games of bingo during the day, but this always depends on the schedule of the event. If you want to join us, please follow these steps:
1. Purchase an empty pokédex/puckédex at the raffle table or other designated stand - any of the organisers will be happy to help you find where to purchase your pokédex/puckédex.
2. Check which numbers are currently being played. We usually draw numbers 1-80 in the first round and numbers 81-151 in the second round. Choose any 25 numbers from the current number range and enter them in the boxes on your pokédex/puckédex - each box must contain a different number.
Of course, each number represents a specific Pokémon/hockey player, so you can also pick your numbers based on that :)
3. At the time of the scheduled bingo game, please be present near the stage, or at another designated spot.
4. The bingo host will draw numbers at random one by one. If any of the numbers drawn match those in your pokédex/puckédex, circle them. (Please try to circle them rather than cross them out to avoid any legibility issues.)
5. If you manage to circle 5 winning numbers either horizontally in a row or vertically in a column (not crosswise), call out loud BINGO! If more than one player shouts out in the same round, the first player to shout out is the winner. You can keep your winning pokédex/puckédex afterwards, but you can no longer participate with it.
Here's what your bingo card might look like:
Show off your knowledge!
Think you know everything about the worlds of Pokémon, Disney, or sports? Time to prove your knowledge in one of our quizzes! Swing by the quiz table anytime between 10:00 and 14:00, choose your quiz (Pokémon/Disney/Sports), grab a pencil, and show us what you've got. We'll score the quizzes, pool correct answers, and draw one winner in each quiz at 15:00. Winners take home a Pokémon box, a hockey box, or a Lorcana starter deck. Participation in the quizzes is entirely free!
1. Once the deadline for submitting completed quizzes passes, we score all of the quizes submitted.
2. Only quiz tickets with the participant's name, email address and correct answers are entered into the prize draw.
3. Should it be the case that no contestant answers all the questions correctly, the submitted tickets with the highest number of correctly answered questions qualify.
4. At the time specified in the program, we draw one winner from all the correct answers. They win a product worth a minimum of CZK 300.
5. If the winner of the quiz is not present during the draw, we notify them via e-mail.
Play!
There's always something extra for the kids - coloring books with their favorite Pokémon, the Pokémon TV series, or even Pokémon-themed arts and crafts!
Keep an eye on the Children's Corner schedule for more information.
Please note that we are not responsible for your kids in the Children's Corner. Remember to keep a close eye on them at all times!
Meet your favorite Pokémon!
Snap a photo with Pikachu or Eevee. Or both.
Our mascots will pop up at random times throughout the day, usually for 15-30 minutes, so don't miss them!
We ask all visitors to please not pull on the mascots' tails!
Compete!
Mini-competitions are a must at any of our events. These are short, impromptu games with small prizes for the winners. We usually enjoy puzzle duels, detecting fake cards, or quick Pokémon trivia. Keep an eye on the Children's Corner schedule, this is where our games take place.
Big Pokémon TCG Tournament by TORÉDO.CZ!
The event will feature a big tournament for Pokémon TCG players and a mini-tournament for beginners, organized by Torédo.cz. You can register online here.
Alternatively, sign up on-site on the day of the event from 10:30 am to 11:00 am.
The Temporal Forces edition is coming to the world of Pokémon cards, and you have the chance to be one of the first players to get your hands on it. You don't need to have any cards of your own for the tournament; you'll build your deck from cards you open at the event.
Magic the Gathering lessons by Černý rytíř!
Magic the Gathering is one of the most popular collectible card games in the world. It's great fun and teaches you to think logically. And while playing MTG isn't exactly easy, the experts from Černý Rytíř can teach you!
Lorcana TCG lessons and tournament by Dragon-World.store!
If you like Disney movies, don't miss this new game. The Lorcana Disney collectible card game promises to be a lot of fun. Become the best Illumineer and explore Disney characters like never before. We've partnered with Dragon-World.store to bring you fun lessons. More experienced players can also join a tournament.
One Piece lessons by Najáda!
One of the most popular Japanese anime, ONE PIECE. A new card game that lets you experience the adventures of Monkey D. Luffy and his crew as they search for a mythical treasure.
Star Wars lessons by Najáda!
A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away...
Characters, spaceships and scenes from the original Star Wars trilogy come to life again. Tactical combat and strategic planning. Han Solo, Luke Skywalker, Darth Vader and other iconic characters on the scene.
Playing board games from Blackfire.cz
If cards aren't really your thing, how about board games? Thanks to Blackfire.cz, you can enjoy a variety of fun board games for free at the event. Perhaps try a game you haven't played before? We'll mainly offer simple family games, as we are limited by time.
So, shall we give Exploding Kittens or Dobble a go?
Your chance to submit cards for PSA grading
Exciting news at our event! For the first time ever, you have the opportunity to submit your cards for PSA grading. If you have any precious pieces at home that deserve to be preserved, you can use the German company S.L.A.P.! – Sell Like A Professional. There's no better way to protect your cards and increase their value.
Pokémon Card Buyout!
You don't have to limit yourself to shopping at the event. Many sellers, including us, are interested in buying cards. If you have extra cards lying around or are done with your collection, feel free to pass them on.
You can expect to receive 50–80% of the price listed at www.cardmarket.com for your cards (depending on condition and language). We recommend that you always check what your card is worth before you start haggling.
Pokemaster.cz offers to buy following cards: V, VMAX, GX, VSTAR, TG, GG, EX + uncommon and common bulk from the 1996–2019 editions.
Small Pokémon exhibition!
Can't get enough of fun facts about Pokémon, collecting or fake cards? Then you're in for a treat with our mini-exhibition full of useful information. Whether you're new to the world of Pokémon or a seasoned expert, you're guaranteed to learn something new and interesting.
Evening exchange!
Enjoy the Night Trade, a brand new addition to our events. If you're not in a hurry to get home and would like to hang around all the cards and collectors a little longer, this is your time. When everyone slowly starts heading home after 6 pm, the main area will transform into a quiet place where you can sit with other visitors and sellers and enjoy trading cards for a bit.
Face Painting
For a small fee, get a Pokémon of your choice painted on your face.
Food and drinks!
You will be able to buy cold and hot beverages, macaroons and also something to eat at the event. And if you want to take a break from the hustle and bustle of trading, you can also enjoy lunch at one of the restaurants right in the Holešovice Market area.
Tickets and admission to the festival!
Ticket prices on pre-sale:
Child (under 15 years) + mandatory guardian free of charge: 150,-
Adult (15 years and older): 100,-
Senior 65+: 50,-
Ticket prices at the door:
Child (under 15 years) + mandatory guardian free of charge: 200,-
Adult (15 years and older): 150,-
Senior 65+: 50,-
1. We prioritize the safety of all festival attendees, especially children. To ensure a secure environment, children under the age of 15 must be accompanied by a responsible guardian. We've introduced a special 1+1 ticket offer, allowing free entry for a child accompanied by a mandatory guardian.
2. Legal guardians or appointed supervisors are solely responsible for the supervision of minors during the event.
3. It is strictly prohibited to make copies of the tickets.
4. Each ticket is unique, permitting only one entry. Only the individual who first presents the ticket will be granted access to the festival.
5. By using the ticket, festival visitors provide explicit consent for the acquisition and use of photographs and video recordings captured during the event.
6. You can purchase your tickets at GoOut.
