Pokémon × ESA exhibition at the Euro Space Center
From toFrom 3 October 2026 to 30 April 2027, the world of Pokémon meets space exploration at the Euro Space Center! To mark World Space Week, The Pokémon Company International and the European Space Agency (ESA) have joined forces for a unique collaboration combining space, science, exploration and imagination.
Discover the Pokémon × ESA exhibition Throughout your visit, discover the world of Pokémon through content dedicated to ESA’s missions and space exploration. A fun way to spark the curiosity of visitors of all ages and bring together two worlds that share the same passion for exploration and discovery.
Take on the Pokéchallenge!
Keep your eyes open during your visit! Pick up your Pokéchallenge, a game booklet to complete as you make your way through the exhibition, and explore the displays to find the answers to the different questions and solve the mini-games. Mission accomplished? Head to Reception to get your exclusive Pokémon × ESA stamp. The Pokéchallenge is available throughout the entire exhibition.
Discover the official Pokémon × ESA goodies
Want to continue the mission at home? Head to the Astronaut Shop to discover a selection of official products from the Pokémon × ESA collaboration, including plush toys, clothing, accessories and souvenirs. The Euro Space Center’s Astronaut Shop is the only point of sale for the Pokémon × ESA collection in Belgium and the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg.
Good to know:
- Products are available while stocks last.
- To give as many visitors as possible the opportunity to enjoy them, purchases are limited to a maximum of 5 items per transaction, including a maximum of 1 plush toy and 1 figurine.
- Access to the Astronaut Shop is reserved for visitors with a day visit ticket.
The blue-suit Pikachu astronaut plush is currently out of stock.
A restock is planned: we will keep you informed as soon as it becomes available again.
The other products from the Pokémon × ESA collection — clothing, figurines, goodies, magnets, patches and many more items — are still available for purchase, while stocks last.
Enjoy the 11 activities included in the day visit
Your mission doesn’t stop with Pokémon! Your ticket also gives you access to the 11 activities included in the Euro Space Center day visit. Train like an astronaut, explore the Moon and Mars, discover our Planetarium, board LUNAR·X or take the controls of Mars Explorer. Some activities are subject to height and/or weight restrictions.
Pokémon GO × ESA: continue the adventure in the game!
The Euro Space Center is also one of the European museums taking part in the special Pokémon GO × ESA event. From 4 October 2026 to 30 April 2027 Trainers visiting the Euro Space Center can enjoy special Pokémon GO content inspired by space exploration.
On the programme:
- Astronaut Pikachu in one-star Raids.
- Timed Research and Field Research to unlock by visiting the site.
- Special encounters and rewards.
- For certain Pokémon encountered, a special Location Background commemorating your visit to the Euro Space Center. If you’re lucky, you may encounter some of them in their Shiny form.
- You can also make use of the PokéStops and Gyms around the Euro Space Center.
From 4 to 10 October 2026
World Space Week During World Space Week, themed Field Research is available and several Pokémon appear more frequently in the wild around participating museums. At the Euro Space Center, you may encounter Pikachu, Clefairy, Magnemite, Starmie, Lunatone, Solrock, Elgyem and Orbeetle.
Book your mission
The Pokémon × ESA exhibition and the Pokéchallenge are accessible as part of the day visit. As the number of visitors we can welcome each day is limited, we recommend booking your visit in advance.
Pokémon × ESA at the Euro Space Center
When is the Pokémon × ESA exhibition at the Euro Space Center?
The Pokémon × ESA exhibition is open at the Euro Space Center from 3 October 2026 to 30 April 2027.
Do you need a ticket to visit the Pokémon × ESA exhibition?
Yes. The exhibition and Pokéchallenge are included as part of the Euro Space Center day visit. Your ticket also gives you access to the 11 activities included in the day visit, subject to the specific access requirements of certain activities.
Should you book your visit in advance?
Advance booking is strongly recommended. The number of visitors admitted each day is limited and some dates may be fully booked.
What is the Pokéchallenge?
The Pokéchallenge is a booklet to complete as you explore the Pokémon × ESA exhibition. Observe the panels, answer the questions and solve the different mini-games. Once your mission is complete, head to reception to receive your exclusive Pokémon × ESA stamp.
The Pokéchallenge is available throughout the entire exhibition period.
Which Pokémon × ESA products are available at the Astronaut Shop?
The Astronaut Shop offers a selection of official products from the Pokémon × ESA collaboration, including plush toys, clothing, textiles, accessories and souvenir items.
Products are available while stocks last.
Where can you buy official Pokémon × ESA merchandise in Belgium?
Official Pokémon × ESA products are available at the Euro Space Center Astronaut Shop, the only point of sale for this collection in Belgium and the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg.
Can you visit the Astronaut Shop just to buy Pokémon × ESA products?
No. The Astronaut Shop is accessible to Euro Space Center visitors with a valid ticket for the day visit.
Is there a purchase limit for Pokémon × ESA products?
Yes. Purchases are limited to a maximum of 5 items per transaction, including a maximum of 1 plush toy and 1 figurine, while stocks last.
Are Pokémon cards sold as part of this collaboration?
No. No specific collaboration involving cards from the Pokémon Trading Card Game is planned as part of the Pokémon × ESA exhibition.
Are the Euro Space Center’s 11 activities included in the ticket?
Yes. Your day visit ticket allows you to discover the Pokémon × ESA exhibition and the Pokéchallenge, as well as enjoy the 11 activities included in the day visit.
Some activities have height and/or weight requirements.
Is Pokémon GO available at the Euro Space Center?
Yes. The Euro Space Center is one of the European museums taking part in the Pokémon GO × ESA event.
Special content is available at the Euro Space Center from 4 October 2026 to 30 April 2027.
What Pokémon GO activities are available at the Euro Space Center?
From 4 October 2026 to 30 April 2027, Trainers can notably encounter Astronaut Pikachu in one-star Raids, unlock Timed Research and encounter certain Pokémon that may feature a special Location Background.
What is happening in Pokémon GO from 4 to 10 October?
From 4 to 10 October 2026, to celebrate World Space Week, themed Field Research will be available and several Pokémon will appear more frequently around participating museums.
