Pokémon TCG 2026 release calendar

2026 overview

The year 2026 marks a turning point in the Pokémon TCG: the Mega Evolution (ME) block is in full development, and the last Scarlet & Violet sets are expected during the year.

Here's the complete release calendar, between official confirmations and estimates.

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Q1 2026 (January, March)

ME02, January 2026 ✅ Release confirmed

The second set of the Mega Evolution block, released in early January 2026. It introduces the first Mega Evolutions of the Scarlet & Violet generation.

Products available:

• Display: €144
• ETB: €49.99
• UPC: €109.99

ME03 Perfect Balance, March 14, 2026 ✅ Release confirmed

→ See our full analysis of ME03

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Q2 2026 (April, June)

Pokémon Go Collaboration special set, Spring 2026 🔄 Estimate

Rumors point to a collaboration with Pokémon Go for a spring 2026 mini-set. No official confirmation to date.

ME04, June 2026 (estimated) 🔄 Estimate

The fourth ME set is expected for the summer. If the 2025 release pace holds (one ME set every 3 months), June 2026 is the most likely window.

Presumed theme: Mega Evolutions of Generation 6 (Kalos)

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Q3 2026 (July, September)

End of the Scarlet & Violet cycle, Summer 2026 (estimated) 🔄 Estimate

Some sources point to one or two closing sets for the Scarlet & Violet block, planned for summer 2026. These "end-of-cycle" sets have historically been highly sought after by investors.

ME05, September 2026 (estimated) 🔄 Estimate

The fifth ME set, likely for the back-to-school season. At this stage, the ME block should tackle the Mega Evolutions of generations 7 and 8.

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Q4 2026 (October, December)

New 2027 block, Announcement expected Q4 2026

The end of the year should bring the first official details on the next major block (after Mega Evolution). Pokémon Company pre-announcements generally take place in November.

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Summary table

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Investment strategy for 2026

Sets to prioritize

1. ME03 (current): Charizard + Mewtwo = safe bets
2. End-of-S&V sets: block closers always perform well
3. ME04: strong potential if the Kalos Megas are popular

Mistakes to avoid

• Buying ME04/ME05 before knowing the flagship cards
• Overpaying for recent sets with a big premium
• Betting everything on a single product

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