The Pokémon North America International Championships (NAIC) is a major event for Pokémon fans and players alike. Held at the Greater Columbus Convention Center in Columbus, Ohio, from June 30 to July 2, 2023, this event is the final International Championships event of the 2023 Championship Series season. The competition will feature exciting competitions for Pokémon Trading Card Game, Pokémon Video Game Championship, and Pokémon GO players, along with hosting the Pokémon UNITE North America Regional Finals.
The NAIC event provides players with a final major chance to earn the Championship Points they need to qualify for the World Championships. Fans can expect tough and exciting battles, with high Championship Point payouts and thousands of dollars’ worth of prizes to be won. The final event will determine the teams that will receive invitations to play at the Pokémon UNITE World Championships.
The Pokémon North America International Championships live coverage will be hosted on Twitch and YouTube throughout the weekend. Those interested in keeping up with the excitement can check the live streaming page for more details as they become available.
Registration will be managed by RK9 Labs at their website, rk9.gg. Registration for the Pokémon Trading Card Game, Pokémon Video Game, and Pokémon GO events will be divided into three waves between May 17 and May 18 at 6 a.m. PDT, 2 p.m. PDT, and 10 a.m. PDT respectively. Full details on NAIC registration will be provided in due course.
Spectator badges for the North America International Championships can be purchased when registration opens (while supplies last). Spectator badge purchases will also be divided into three waves between May 17 and May 18 at the aforementioned times. Spectators may pick up their badges at the following times near the Exhibit Hall A entrance: Thursday, June 29, from 5:00–8:00 p.m., Friday, June 30, from 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m., Saturday, July 1, from 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m., and Sunday, July 2, from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
The NAIC event offers many fun activities for attendees and fans alike. There will be a number of side events available for those who would like to try other activities. Various other on-site activities will also be offered, including demos of the Pokémon Trading Card Game and the latest video games. The always popular Pokémon Center Pop-Up Store returns, offering event-exclusive Pokémon products. The Pop-Up Store is open to the public, so you don’t need a badge to get in.
Attendees can also participate in Play Lab, a fun, hands-on Pokémon TCG learning experience guided by expert players. Like the Pop-Up Store, visitors won’t need a badge to take advantage of this fun event. More details will be available at the event.
As the final International Championship event of the 2023 Championship Series season, the Pokémon North America International Championships represents a major opportunity for players to earn the Championship Points they need to qualify for the World Championships. With exciting competitions for Pokémon Trading Card Game, Pokémon Video Game Championship, and Pokémon GO players, along with hosting the Pokémon UNITE North America Regional Finals, the event promises to be one to remember. Fans of the franchise can tune in on Twitch and YouTube to keep up with the latest coverage and enjoy the on-site activities and events.
