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It’s Pokémon Day! With the announcements of new games, card series, booster packs, and even a new stop-motion animated series coming to Netflix, Pokémon is more popular than ever with more and more “Trainers” starting to play new games and raise their own “Pocket Monsters” — especially with the franchise’s 29th anniversary.
In fact, Feb. 27, 1996 was the release date of the original Pokémon Green and Pokémon Red trading card games.
From collections to toy sets and water bottles to tees, we rounded up the best Pokémon trading card packs, booster packs, plushies, and other merch from retailers across the internet — including eBay, Amazon, Walmart and Target — to celebrate the anniversary.
In addition, eBay even has an online shop dedicated to fan-favorite Eevee featuring trading cards, toys, apparel, collectibles, and more.
Meanwhile, a few weeks ago, the Pokémon Company released the Pokémon TCG: Blooming Waters Premium Collection, a trading card set that quickly became a viral sensation on TikTok with hoards of collectors and fans flocking to stores to get their hands on the new set. It featured favorites Squirtle and Bulbasaur, as well as their evolved counterparts: Wartortle and Blastoise ex, and Ivysaur and Venusaur ex, respectively.
Ahead, you’ll find our recommendations for the best Pokémon trading cards and merch to buy online.
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Pokémon TCG: Espeon Neo Discovery Card
Limited to only 75 cards, the Pokémon TCG: Espeon Neo Discovery Card is a rarity, especially in mint condition. Right now, you can catch one for $310 on eBay.
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Pokémon Starters Grid Pokédex Tee
In adult sizes, you can show off your favorite Pokémon in a eye-popping Pokédex tee. It’s on sale for $18.99 (reg. $29.99) at Target.
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PowerA x Pokémon: Enhanced Wireless Controller for Nintendo Switch
No Pokémon Trainer is complete without a wireless gaming controller, especially if they’re training with the Nintendo Switch. This PowerA Enhanced Wireless Controller is on sale for $44.99 (reg. $59.99). Learn more about PowerA x Pokémon gaming controllers and cases here.
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Pokémon Pikachu & Eevee ‘Fun Times’ Tee
For a little more spring time color, the Pokémon “Fun Times” tee features two favorites: Pikachu & Eevee, in an adorable design. It’s on sale for $18.99 (reg. $29.99) at Target.
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Pokémon Mega Collector’s Kit
On sale for $19.99 (reg. $24.99) on Amazon, the Pokémon Mega Collector’s Kit features 100 Pokémon trading cards in total: Five booster packs with an additional 50 trading cards, including one Holo-Foil trading card and a mini-binder to keep everything together.
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Pokémon TCG: Charizard ex Super Premium Collection
On sale for $69.99 (reg. $79) at Walmart, the Pokémon TCG: Charizard ex Super Premium Collection features one Charizard ex foil promo card, Charmander and Charmeleon foil cards, a Charizard card-display figure, and much more.
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Mega Pokémon Building Toys Set Squirtle & Cubone
This building set comes with Squirtle & Cubone, along with their Poké Balls.
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Pokémon Pikachu Thermos Funtainer 16-Ounce Insulated Bottle
Stay hydrated with Thermos Funtainer 16-ounce insulated bottle. It’s yellow and features Pikachu on its front. The bootle is on sale for $16.19 (reg. $22.99) on Amazon — a 30% savings.
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Pokémon TCG: Scarlet & Violet
Get a booster pack bundle for the Pokémon TCG: Scarlet & Violet 151 series. Walmart has the bundle on sale for $62.99 (reg. $75).
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Pokémon TCG: Scarlett & Violet Surprise Box
The Pokémon TCG: Scarlett & Violet Surprise Box features four evolutions booster packs, Pokémon TCG Live code cards, and a few surprises. The only way to find what’s inside is to buy the box and see for yourself.
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Pokémon Pikachu Plush
On sale for $38.49 (reg. $49.99), Pokémon Pikachu Plush is cute, cuddly, and perfect for any Pokémon fan.
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Pokémon Bulbasaur Plush
There’s nothing more adorable than a sleeping Pokémon, like Bulbasaur.
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Pokémon Charmander Plush
Target has a sleeping Charmander plush priced at $29.99.
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Pokémon Squirtle Plush
Sleeping Squirtle is now available at Target for $29.99 — to bring your collection together.
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Monopoly: Pokémon Edition
Ideal for gamers ages 8 and up, Monopoly: Pokémon Edition is a No. 1 new release on Amazon. It’s priced at $24.99.
In the meantime, watch a special “Pokémon Presents” announcement video featuring all of the new trading card games, video games, animated series, and more coming in 2025, below:
Want more? Shop more Pokémon trading card sets and other merch and collectibles on Amazon here.
