PokéXciting! at Changi Airport & Jewel

PokéXciting! at Changi Airport & Jewel

The Pokémon hype isn’t dying down anytime soon, especially with the beloved franchise celebrating its 30th anniversary this year. And to mark the occasion, Changi Airport and Jewel Changi Airport have teamed up with Pokémon for PokéXciting! , a special Asia tour running from now till 3rd January 2027 .

We got a sneak peek of the festivities, and there’s a lot to get excited about, from fun photo spots to interactive activations. But if you’re short on time, we’ve rounded up the must-see and must-do highlights that Pokémon fans won’t want to miss.

What is PokéXciting! all about?

We’re not kidding when we say it’s a Pokémon fan’s dream come true. PokéXciting! Has transformed Changi Airport and Jewel into an immersive Pokémon-themed world, with activities to keep fans of all ages entertained.

You can take part in a Pokémon quiz rally to redeem a token, catch Pokémon parades , and meet Pikachu in person. There’s also the chance to browse exclusive Pokémon merchandise and snap IG-worthy photos at the various themed photo spots . We’ll get into the details below.

What are the highlights at the PokéXciting! event?

Catch all 27 first partner Pokémon in a heartwarming parade

Making its Asia debut, this highly anticipated PokéXciting First Partner Pokémon Parade brings together all 27 first partner Pokémon from the 9 generations of the video game series, alongside 2 Pikachu.

That’s 29 adorable characters in total, including fan-favourites like Charmander and Squirtle, all coming together for a lively parade at Jewel’s Forest Valley on 7th and 8th November 2026 , with 2 sessions daily at 3pm and 6pm .

We could barely contain our excitement seeing all the characters in person! Their costumes look just like the real deal, and watching them dance, sway, wave, and interact with the crowd was enough to make any Pokémon fan squeal.

As if that wasn’t cute enough, the characters also lined up together at the end of the parade, giving everyone a chance to snap a group photo of all of them.

Admission to the parade is free , but take note that you’ll need to register onsite before entering. Wristbands will be issued 2 hours before each showtime, and entry is on a first-come, first-served basis. If you’re hoping to catch these adorable creatures in action, we’d recommend heading down early.

Check out more than 30 PokéXciting! installations at Jewel’s Forest Valley

Don’t fret even if you didn’t manage to snag a slot to the parade. To fill up your camera roll, you can still make a beeline for Jewel’s Forest Valley , where over 30 Pokémon-themed installations are scattered across the space. These are split into 4 themed zones: the Eevee Evolutions Zone , Snorlax Zone , Mewtwo Zone , and Pikachu Zone .

We spotted a Snorlax lounging about, looking every bit as unbothered as the sleepy Pokémon usually does. But one of the highlights here is the larger-than-life Pikachu installation, which makes for an adorable photo op.

Hunt down photo spots across Changi’s terminals & Jewel

Make sure to also keep your eyes peeled as you explore Changi Airport’s terminals and Jewel, where you’ll find Pokémon-themed decorations and photo spots tucked away at various corners.

For starters, head to Level 2 of Jewel , near Wilson and PS.Cafe, where we spotted 2 photo opportunities. One features Charizard’s wings and fiery breath as a backdrop, complete with a mini Charmander by its side for you to pose with. The other showcases Ho-Oh’s majestic wings .

Over at Terminal 3 (T3) Departure Hall , remember to look up, where you’ll spot a banner featuring 3 Pikachus striking cute poses.

Meanwhile, along the check-in counters, look out for Pokémon popping up in groups of 3 . Each section features a different trio of characters, so see how many familiar faces you can spot.

Image credit: Changi Airport Group

There are also Pokémon-themed horticultural displays scattered across all 4 Changi Airport terminals . So if you have