Pokemon 30th Anniversary Card List, Products and Prices
Complete Pokemon 30th Anniversary card list, every product with expected AU prices, chase cards to hunt, and where to buy in Australia. Updated for September 2026.
The Pokemon TCG turns 30 in 2026, and The Pokemon Company is marking it with a dedicated expansion: 30th Celebration. It releases September 16, 2026, simultaneously worldwide.
This is a collector-focused set. Every single card is foil, including Basic Energy. Every booster pack contains one of 30 unique Pikachu cards. There is a new rarity tier called Futuristic Rare. And a Classic Collection subset reprints iconic cards from the game's history.
Here is everything confirmed so far: the full card list, every product, expected Australian pricing, chase cards worth targeting, and where to buy.
Quick Facts
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Set Name | 30th Celebration |
| Set Symbol | 30C |
| Release Date | September 16, 2026 |
| Total Cards | 128 base + secret rares (count TBD) |
| Cards Per Pack | 5 foil cards + 1 foil energy |
| Pikachu Per Pack | 1 of 30 unique Pikachu rare cards |
| New Rarity | Futuristic Rare |
| Special Subset | Classic Collection (reprints of iconic cards) |
| All Foil | Yes, every card including Basic Energy |
What Makes This Set Different
Three things set 30th Celebration apart from standard expansions like Chaos Rising or Ascended Heroes.
Every Card Is Foil
Not just the rares. Every card pulled from a 30th Celebration booster pack has a foil treatment, including Common and Uncommon cards and Basic Energy. This mirrors how the 25th Celebrations set worked in 2021 and makes every pack opening feel premium.
30 Pikachu Cards
Each booster pack contains one Pikachu card from a set of 30 unique designs. These span Pikachu's history across the TCG's three decades. Completing the full Pikachu subset is a collecting goal in itself.
Futuristic Rare
A brand new rarity tier introduced specifically for this anniversary set. Details on pull rates and card count are still emerging, but Futuristic Rare cards sit above standard Ultra Rares in the rarity hierarchy. Expect these to be among the most sought-after pulls.
Classic Collection
A subset of reprinted cards from across the TCG's 30-year history. The Base Set Charizard and the Pikachu and Zekrom Tag Team GX have been officially confirmed as part of the Classic Collection. The Ultra-Premium Collections each include a dedicated Classic Collection booster pack containing three cards from this lineup.
Release Schedule: Four Waves
Products do not all drop on September 16. The 30th Celebration set follows a staggered release across four waves, similar to how Ascended Heroes handled its booster bundle timing.
| Wave | Date | Products |
|---|---|---|
| Wave 1 | September 16, 2026 | ETB, Pokemon Center ETB, 2-Pack Blister, Knock Out Collection, Poster Collection, Tech Sticker Collections, Sylveon ex Box, Greninja ex Box, Binder Collection |
| Wave 2 | October 2, 2026 | Booster Bundle, Mini Tins (10 designs) |
| Wave 3 | October 30, 2026 | Battle Deck (Espeon ex and Umbreon ex) |
| Wave 4 | November 6, 2026 | Ditto Premium Collection, Ultra-Premium Collection Day, Ultra-Premium Collection Night, Figure Collection (Mew and Mewtwo) |
If you want packs on day one, your options are the Wave 1 products. The booster bundle does not arrive until October 2.
Every Product: What Is Inside and Expected AU Pricing
Prices below are estimates based on comparable products from recent sets (Ascended Heroes, Chaos Rising). Actual Australian RRP may differ when retailers list pre-orders. All prices are in AUD.
Wave 1: September 16, 2026
Elite Trainer Box | Expected ~$100-120 AUD
The standard entry point for collectors. Includes:
- 9 booster packs
- 1 full-art Nidorina promo card (featuring 30 Nidorina in the illustration, a nod to its Pokedex number #030)
- 16 foil Basic Energy cards
- 65 card sleeves
- 6 damage-counter dice + 1 coin-flip die + 1 plastic coin
- Player's guide to the expansion
- Collector's box with 6 dividers
- Code card for Pokemon TCG Live
Pokemon Center Exclusive Elite Trainer Box | Expected ~$100-120 AUD
Available only through Pokemon Center Australia, if they actually sell it (there's no guarantee!). Most Australians will likely source this off eBay. Upgraded version with:
- 11 booster packs (two more than the standard ETB)
- 2 Nidorina promo cards, one stamped with the Pokemon Center logo
- Same accessories as the standard ETB
2-Pack Blister | Expected ~$15-20 AUD
- 2 booster packs
- Holo Eevee promo card
- Plastic coin
Knock Out Collection | Expected ~$15-20 AUD
- 2 booster packs
- Holo Eevee promo card
- Plastic coin
Both the 2-Pack Blister and Knock Out Collection include the same Eevee promo. These are the cheapest way to grab a couple of packs on launch day.
Poster Collection | Expected ~$45-55 AUD
- 3 booster packs
- Foil promo cards of Articuno, Zapdos, and Moltres
- Poster showcasing 160+ cards from the 30th Celebration set
The Kanto legendary bird trio as foil promos makes this appealing for collectors who want display-worthy cards alongside their packs.
Tech Sticker Collections | Expected ~$30-40 AUD each
Two versions available:
- Alolan Exeggutor promo + matching sticker sheet + 3 booster packs
- Lucario promo + matching sticker sheet + 3 booster packs
Sylveon ex Box | Expected ~$50-65 AUD
- 4 booster packs
- Foil Sylveon ex promo card
- Jumbo Sylveon ex card
Greninja ex Box | Expected ~$50-65 AUD
- 4 booster packs
- Foil Greninja ex promo card
- Jumbo Greninja ex card
Binder Collection | Expected ~$55-70 AUD
- 5 booster packs
- Commemorative 30th Anniversary 9-pocket binder
Useful if you plan to collect the full set and want dedicated storage. The binder is themed to the 30th Celebration.
Wave 2: October 2, 2026
Booster Bundle | Expected ~$55-65 AUD
- 6 booster packs
No accessories, no promos. Just packs. Based on current EB Games pricing for bundles from other sets (~$59 AUD), this should land in a similar range. Solid cost-per-pack value if you already have sleeves and storage. For a breakdown of how bundles compare to ETBs and booster boxes, see our booster bundle guide.
Mini Tins | Expected ~$15-20 AUD each
- 2 booster packs per tin
- Sticker sheet
- Art card matching the tin design
- 10 different designs that combine to form two images: one for day, one for night
These are collectible packaging plays. The tins themselves become display pieces, and the day/night motif ties into the set's broader theme reflected in the Ultra-Premium Collections.
Wave 3: October 30, 2026
Battle Deck: Espeon ex and Umbreon ex | Expected ~$30-40 AUD each
- All-foil 60-card pre-built deck
- Espeon's deck includes an Illustration Rare Victini promo
- Umbreon's deck includes an Illustration Rare Zeraora promo
Both decks are entirely foil, which is unusual for pre-built products. The Illustration Rare promos of Victini and Zeraora are exclusive to these decks, making them relevant for collectors even if you never shuffle them up.
Wave 4: November 6, 2026
Ditto Premium Collection | Expected ~$75-95 AUD
- 8 booster packs
- Ditto promo card
- Colourful acrylic display stand
The acrylic display is the standout here. Eight packs puts this in strong value territory for a premium collection, and the Ditto promo adds a fan-favourite to the set.
Ultra-Premium Collection: Day | Expected ~$350-450 AUD
The flagship product for the entire 30th Celebration. Includes:
- 29 booster packs from 30th Celebration
- 1 Classic Collection booster pack (contains 3 Classic Collection cards)
- Foil Pikachu ex promo (illustrated by YOSHIROTTEN)
- Foil Espeon ex promo
- Day-themed playmat featuring Pikachu and Espeon
- 65 card sleeves
- Deck box
- Metal Espeon coin
- 6 damage-counter dice
- Code card for Pokemon TCG Live
At 30 total packs, this is the largest sealed product in the set. The Classic Collection booster pack is only available in the UPCs, making it the sole way to pull those nostalgic reprints from packs.
Ultra-Premium Collection: Night | Expected ~$350-450 AUD
Same structure as the Day version, with night-themed variants:
- 29 booster packs + 1 Classic Collection booster pack
- Foil Pikachu ex promo (illustrated by YOSHIROTTEN)
- Foil Umbreon ex promo
- Night-themed playmat featuring Pikachu and Umbreon
- 65 card sleeves, deck box, metal Umbreon coin, 6 dice
- Code card for Pokemon TCG Live
Umbreon has been one of the most popular Pokemon in the TCG collecting space for years. The night-themed UPC with an exclusive Umbreon ex promo will likely be the harder of the two to find at retail.
Figure Collection: Mew and Mewtwo | Expected ~$65-85 AUD
- Booster packs (exact count TBD)
- Mew and Mewtwo figures
Details on this product are still limited. The combination of two iconic legendary Pokemon as figures alongside 30th Celebration packs positions this as both a collecting and display piece.
Chase Cards to Hunt
Futuristic Rare Cards
The new Futuristic Rare rarity sits at the top of the pull rate hierarchy for this set. Card reveals are still rolling out, but these will be the most valuable pulls from 30th Celebration booster packs.
Classic Collection Reprints
Base Set Charizard and Pikachu and Zekrom Tag Team GX are confirmed. Additional Classic Collection cards have not been officially revealed yet. These reprints carry nostalgic weight and will be high on collector wishlists, particularly the Charizard.
The Classic Collection booster packs are exclusive to the Ultra-Premium Collections (Day and Night). Each UPC contains one Classic Collection pack with three cards.
The 30 Pikachu Cards
Every booster pack contains one of 30 unique Pikachu rare cards. Completing the full set of 30 is a standalone collecting challenge. Individual Pikachu designs featuring iconic moments or art styles from across the TCG's history will likely command premiums.
Product-Exclusive Promos
Several promos are only available in specific products:
- Nidorina (ETB exclusive, Pokemon Center stamped version in PC ETB)
- Eevee (2-Pack Blister and Knock Out Collection)
- Articuno, Zapdos, Moltres (Poster Collection only)
- Alolan Exeggutor and Lucario (Tech Sticker Collections)
- Sylveon ex and Greninja ex (their respective ex Boxes)
- Illustration Rare Victini (Espeon Battle Deck only)
- Illustration Rare Zeraora (Umbreon Battle Deck only)
- Pikachu ex by YOSHIROTTEN (Ultra-Premium Collections only)
- Espeon ex (UPC Day only)
- Umbreon ex (UPC Night only)
- Ditto (Ditto Premium Collection only)
If you are chasing a complete promo set, you will need at least one of each product type.
Confirmed Pokemon ex in the Set
Based on official reveals, the following Pokemon ex appear in 30th Celebration booster packs:
- Mewtwo ex
- Mew ex
- Umbreon ex
- Salamence ex
- Greninja ex
Additional Pokemon ex will be revealed as September approaches.
25th Celebrations vs 30th Celebration
For collectors who remember the 25th Anniversary set from 2021, here is how the two compare.
| 25th Celebrations (2021) | 30th Celebration (2026) | |
|---|---|---|
| Base Set Size | 25 cards | 128 cards |
| All Foil | Yes | Yes |
| Classic Collection | Yes (25 reprints) | Yes (count TBD) |
| Special Rarity | No | Futuristic Rare |
| Pikachu Subset | No | 30 unique Pikachu cards |
| Packs Per ETB | 10 | 9 |
| Ultra-Premium Collection | 1 version | 2 versions (Day and Night) |
| Product Waves | Single release | 4 staggered waves |
| Pack Size | 4 cards | 5 cards + 1 energy |
The 30th Celebration is a substantially larger set. At 128 base cards versus 25, there is far more to collect. The staggered release schedule also spreads the buying window across nearly two months, which gives collectors more time to budget.
Where to Buy in Australia
Major Retailers
- JB Hi-Fi stocks Pokemon TCG products online, but no longer in-store. Unfortunately, pre-orders are already completed.
- EB Games carries the full product range at standard RRP. Their Sealed Booster Box Guarantee program sells 36 individual packs as a booster box equivalent. More pre-orders are expected at time of writing.
- Big W stocks ETBs and select products at competitive prices when available. Stock can be inconsistent. Online pre-orders are anticipated soon.
- Toymate has already completed their pre-orders.
- Pokemon Center Australia is the only source for the Pokemon Center Exclusive ETB with 11 packs and the stamped Nidorina promo, but they are very rarely sold available.
- Other retailers - Kmart, Kidstuff, Myer, David Jones and so on will have sporadic stock on our around release day.
Specialty Retailers
PokeBox (Australian-based Pokemon TCG specialist)
Local game stores often offer pre-order allocations and loyalty pricing
Pricing Watch
Be cautious with early pre-order pricing. Some retailers list inflated prices well above expected RRP before official pricing is confirmed. If you see an ETB listed above $150 AUD or a UPC above $350 AUD before official RRP is announced, that is likely above what major retailers will charge.
For price tracking and deal alerts on 30th Celebration products as they become available, check CardTracker's deal alerts and restock notifications.
How to Approach the Set as a Collector
Budget collectors: Start with the ETB on September 16 for the best balance of packs, promos, and accessories. Add a booster bundle in Wave 2 for six more packs at strong cost-per-pack value.
Completionists: You will need at least one of every product type to collect all exclusive promos. Both UPC variants are essential for the Classic Collection packs and the exclusive Pikachu ex, Espeon ex, and Umbreon ex promos.
Chase card hunters: The UPCs at 30 packs each give you the most pulls per product. But if Futuristic Rares follow typical ultra-rare pull rates, you may need multiple boxes worth of packs to hit one.
Display collectors: The Mini Tins (10 designs forming day and night images), Ditto Premium Collection's acrylic display, and UPC playmats all serve as display pieces beyond the cards themselves.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does the Pokemon 30th Anniversary set release in Australia?
The first wave of 30th Celebration products releases on September 16, 2026. Products continue rolling out across four waves through November 6, 2026.
How many cards are in the 30th Celebration set?
The base set contains 128 cards. Secret rares and the full Classic Collection count have not been confirmed yet, so the total master set size will be higher.
What packs come in the 30th Anniversary Pokemon ETB?
The standard ETB contains 9 booster packs plus a full-art Nidorina promo, 16 foil energy cards, 65 sleeves, dice, a coin, and a collector's box. The Pokemon Center Exclusive ETB has 11 packs and two Nidorina promos.
Is every card in the 30th Celebration set foil?
Yes. Every card pulled from a 30th Celebration booster pack is foil, including Common cards, Uncommon cards, and Basic Energy.
What is the Classic Collection in the 30th Celebration set?
The Classic Collection is a subset of reprinted cards from across the TCG's 30-year history. Base Set Charizard and Pikachu and Zekrom Tag Team GX are confirmed. Classic Collection booster packs containing three cards each are exclusive to the Ultra-Premium Collections.
Are there booster boxes for the 30th Celebration set?
Official sealed booster boxes (booster displays) have not been confirmed for 30th Celebration at the time of writing. EB Games may offer their Sealed Booster Box Guarantee program with individual packs. Check back closer to release for confirmation.
What is a Futuristic Rare?
Futuristic Rare is a new rarity tier introduced in the 30th Celebration set. It sits above standard Ultra Rares. Pull rates and the full list of Futuristic Rare cards have not been revealed yet.
How does the 30th Celebration compare to 25th Celebrations?
The 30th set is much larger at 128 base cards versus 25. It introduces a new Futuristic Rare rarity, includes 30 unique Pikachu cards (one per pack), and releases across four product waves instead of all at once.
Where can I buy the Pokemon Center Exclusive ETB in Australia?
The Pokemon Center Exclusive ETB is available only through Pokemon Center Australia (pokemoncenter.com/en-au). It contains 11 packs and a Pokemon Center stamped Nidorina promo not found in the standard ETB.
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