Updated 13 November 2026 · Released 16 September 2026
For the first time, a Pokémon TCG expansion launched on the same date around the world. 30th Celebration arrived on 16 September 2026, an all-foil set marking three decades of Pokémon, with a brand-new rarity and 30 different Pikachu cards to chase.
Now that the full product line-up is out, here's everything confirmed about the set, which product contains what, and where it's up to at Collectible Madness.
What makes 30th Celebration different
- A worldwide launch date. The Pokémon Company released the expansion on the same date in participating markets around the world, though exact launch times varied by country.
- All-foil cards. Every card in the expansion is foil.
- 30 Pikachu rare cards. Each booster pack contains one of 30 Pikachu rare cards, each with a unique illustration.
- The Classic Collection. 30 iconic cards from the game's history return.
- Futuristic rare. A brand-new rarity debuts with Mewtwo ex and Mew ex, illustrated by the Japanese artist YOSHIROTTEN.
- Over 20 new illustration rare and special illustration rare cards, with Pokémon shown in daytime and night-time scenes.
Headline Pokémon include Mewtwo ex and Mew ex, alongside Umbreon ex, Salamence ex and Greninja ex. The set is part of the Mega Evolution Series and is legal in the Standard format.
The 30th Celebration product line-up
The products released in waves. Here are the official release dates and contents from The Pokémon Company:
| Product | Released | What's inside |
|---|---|---|
| Elite Trainer Box | 16 Sep 2026 | 9 booster packs, an illustration rare-style Nidorina promo card and accessories |
| Poster Collection | 16 Sep 2026 | 3 packs, Articuno, Zapdos and Moltres promo cards and a two-sided poster |
| Tech Sticker Collection | 16 Sep 2026 | 3 packs, an Alolan Exeggutor or Lucario foil promo and a sticker sheet |
| Pokémon ex Box (Sylveon ex / Greninja ex) | 16 Sep 2026 | 4 packs, a promo card and an oversize card |
| Knock Out Collection | 16 Sep 2026 | 2 packs, an Eevee foil promo and a commemorative coin |
| Mini Tin | 2 Oct 2026 | 2 packs, a sticker sheet and an art card (10 tin designs) |
| Booster Bundle | 2 Oct 2026 | 6 booster packs |
| Battle Decks (Espeon ex / Umbreon ex) | 30 Oct 2026 | All-foil 60-card deck with a Victini or Zeraora promo |
| Ditto Premium Collection | 6 Nov 2026* | 8 packs, a Ditto promo and an acrylic display |
| Figure Collection (Mewtwo / Mew) | 6 Nov 2026* | 5 packs, a sculpted figure, a foil promo and an oversize card |
| Ultra-Premium Collection (Day / Night) | 6 Nov 2026* | 30 packs, including a special pack with three etched Classic Collection cards, plus Pikachu ex and Espeon ex or Umbreon ex promos, a playmat, sleeves and a deck box |
*US release date from The Pokémon Company. At Collectible Madness, the Ditto Premium Collection and Figure Collections are currently listed with an ETA of 20 November 2026, and the Ultra-Premium Collections are listed as expressions of interest. Check each listing for its current status. We also stock the 30th Celebration Tin and Binder Collection.
30th Celebration Elite Trainer Box9 packs and a Nidorina promo
Ultra-Premium Collection: Night30 packs, Umbreon ex promo
Figure Collection: Mewtwo5 packs and a sculpted figure
What to buy first
- For the best all-rounder: the Elite Trainer Box, with nine packs, a promo card and accessories.
- For players: the Espeon ex or Umbreon ex Battle Deck. Each is all-foil and ready to play.
- For the Classic Collection: the Ultra-Premium Collection, which includes a special pack with three etched Classic Collection cards.
- For a smaller gift: a Mini Tin or the Knock Out Collection.
Collecting Japanese cards? We also carry the Japanese 30th Celebration (M6a) booster box and the Japanese M6a Premium Deck Set: Espeon & Umbreon. Browse everything in our 30th Celebration collection or on the anniversary expansion series page.
Protect your pulls
Every card in an all-foil set is easy to scratch in the excitement of opening. Sleeve every hit straight away and put your Futuristic rares and favourite Pikachu cards in a rigid holder before they go anywhere.
MADGuard for 30th Celebration
Store sealed ETBs in the MADGuard Elite Trainer Box Acrylic Case (8mm cast acrylic, N55 magnetic lid, 99.5% UV protection). Booster Bundles from Ascended Heroes onwards fit the Tall Booster Bundle case. For singles, use 35pt top loaders and a MADGuard zipper binder with 480 archival-safe pockets. Graded a hit? The PSA Graded Card Acrylic Case holds slabs up to 10mm thick, with or without a guard.
Frequently asked questions
When did 30th Celebration release?
16 September 2026. The Pokémon Company launched it on the same date around the world in participating markets.
What is a Futuristic rare card?
A new rarity introduced in 30th Celebration. The set's two Futuristic rare cards are Mewtwo ex and Mew ex, illustrated by YOSHIROTTEN.
Is every card foil?
Yes. The Pokémon Company describes the 30th Celebration expansion as containing all foil cards.
How many Pikachu cards are there?
30 Pikachu rare cards, each with a unique illustration, and every booster pack contains one.
What is the Classic Collection?
30 iconic cards from Pokémon TCG history, returning in this set. The Ultra-Premium Collection includes a special pack with three etched Classic Collection cards.
See also our 30th Celebration ETB giveaway winner announcement. Orders ship Australia-wide with tracking, with free shipping on orders above $175.
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