Pokémon TCG Set Release Calendar 2026 — All Upcoming Sets & Dates
The 2026 Pokémon TCG release calendar features the Mega Evolution era, inspired by Pokémon Legends: Z-A. Confirmed sets include Ascended Heroes (January 30), Perfect Order (March 27), and Chaos Rising (May 22). 2026 is also the 30th anniversary of the Pokémon TCG, with a special anniversary set expected.
2026 Pokémon TCG Overview
2026 marks the 30th anniversary of the Pokémon Trading Card Game, originally released in Japan in October 1996. This milestone year features the Mega Evolution era, bringing back one of the most beloved mechanics from Generation VI, reimagined through the lens of Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
All expansions focus on Mega Evolution Pokémon, new Tera Pokémon ex, and Trainer's Pokémon cards. The new Mega Attack Rare rarity features full-art designs with retro katakana attack text.
Confirmed 2026 Sets
| Set | Release Date | Cards | Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ascended Heroes | January 30, 2026 | 295 | Largest set ever. Mega Gengar ex, Mega Charizard Y ex, Mega Dragonite ex. |
| Perfect Order | March 27, 2026 | ~120 | Mega Zygarde ex, Rosa's Determination, Mega Starmie ex. |
| Chaos Rising | May 22, 2026 | TBA | Fourth Mega Evolution expansion. Japanese equivalent: Ninja Spinner. |
Ascended Heroes Product Release Waves
Ascended Heroes follows a staggered release schedule:
| Date | Products |
|---|---|
| January 30, 2026 | Booster Boxes, Tech Sticker Collections |
| February 20, 2026 | ETBs, Mini Tins, Erika Collection, Larry Collection |
| March 20, 2026 | Additional collection products |
| April 24, 2026 | Booster Bundle |
Special Products & Events
- Pokémon Day 2026 Pack — Anniversary-stamped Pikachu promo card with three booster packs. Celebrates the 30th anniversary.
- 2025 World Championship Decks — April 3, 2026. Card-for-card replicas from the 2025 World Championships in Anaheim.
- 30th Anniversary Set — Previewed but not yet dated. Expected in the second half of 2026.
What’s Coming Next
Additional expansions for May through December 2026 have not yet been officially announced. Based on The Pokémon Company's typical release cadence:
- New main expansions release approximately every 3 months
- Special sets are sprinkled throughout the year
- The 30th anniversary will likely bring premium collector products in late 2026
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The 2026 Pokémon TCG release calendar features the Mega Evolution era, inspired by Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
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