Campinas May 16-17, 2026 (Expo D. Pedro)

It is a large, official tournament where competitors compete in the Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG), Pokémon Video Game (VG), and Pokémon GO (GO) categories.

There are categories for children (Junior), teenagers (Senior), and adults (Master); the winners of each category receive different prizes, as well as invitations to the Pokémon World Championships. All the prize details can be found on the official Pokémon website.

Check-in is the time when participants personally confirm their participation in the event. This action takes place on Friday, from 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM, in front of the convention center. 

Late Check-in is held on Saturday at 7:00 AM for players who were unable to check in on Friday. For all other event participants, it begins at 8:00 AM.

After successful check-in, participants will receive a wristband that grants them access to the event on Saturday. The difference between check-in and late check-in is that the latter is the final opportunity for competitors to register and confirm their in-person participation in the tournament. 

To successfully check in, participants must report to the convention center and present an official photo ID. For Mexican participants, a passport, INE (Mexican Identity Card), or driver’s license are valid. For foreign participants, the only valid document is a passport. 

Minors must be accompanied by their guardians to check in personally. Guardians must also present an official photo ID.

The competitor kit is delivered to all competitors who appear in person to compete. It includes a promotional playmat and a promotional event card. It is important to clarify that the competitor kit cannot be delivered to anyone other than the registered user and cannot be delivered at a later time.

All participants (competitors, parents, and spectators) can purchase official products at guest shops, participate in casual and competitive tournaments called Side Events, or learn to play TCG in the “First Steps” area. 

There will also be a local broadcast for all participants to watch.

If a competitor has reduced mobility or a health issue, they can request a fixed table so they do not need to move during the tournament. We recommend making this request during check-in, but it can be requested at any time during the event. If the event has already started, you can request it from the Hive team, and the table will be allocated for the next round.

Yes, all competitors under the age of 15 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Guardians must wait in the designated area.

No, all competitors under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

No, guardians or parents must be present throughout the entire event. If a minor is found to be left alone, we will ask the minor competitor to call their guardian to pick them up, and they will be removed from the tournament.

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In order to ensure the safety, comfort, and enjoyment of all attendees, we have established the following guidelines regarding personal items not permitted within the event grounds:

• Weapons of any kind (firearms, knives, blunt objects, etc.)
• Explosive or flammable material
• Chemical or corrosive substances
• Spears, or any other object that may cause harm
• Professional cameras or long-range lenses (without prior permission)
• Drones or unmanned aerial vehicles (without prior permission)
• Professional video or audio recorders (without prior permission)
• Alcoholic beverages (unless otherwise noted)
• Beverages in glass containers
• Backpacks, suitcases, or large bags (larger than 40 x 40 cm)
• Any bulky item that obstructs passage or visibility
• No animals allowed (except in cases of attendance)
• Prohibited drugs or substances.
• Megaphones, whistles, or devices that may generate annoying noises
• Any item that may violate event regulations or local laws
• Items not previously mentioned, but that are considered to pose a risk to the safety or comfort of attendees

Note: All items will be inspected upon entering the event. In the event that any item is confiscated, there will be no refund or compensation for the same. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in maintaining a safe and pleasant environment for all. In case of refusal to undergo a protocol review, the attendee may be denied access. 

All documents are listed below. It is mandatory to bring a completed and signed copy in your native language and one in Portuguese to comply with national laws 

Consent Form – Portuguese. 

Consent Form – English.

Consent Form – Spanish.

Refunds are now processed by the competitor directly on the RK9 website; therefore, they must complete the process on their own, following the instructions provided here: https://support.rk9.gg/kb/article/46-refunds/

Every refund request has a deadline, which you can check at this link: https://rk9.gg/tournament/CA01wQsCrDh1mbLzRAcv

Spectator passes are non-refundable

Most lost items are taken to the event’s primary Lost & Found hub. If you have lost a tournament-related item, such as a deck or a Nintendo Switch, please start by asking at your game’s Hive as it may be held there first.