Pokémon TCG: Mega Evolution Release Party — Live at CGC + In-Store

Celebrate Mega Evolution! WTH streams live from CGC + all-day party at WeTheHobby with CGC reps, giveaways, PokéDrop & free tourney.
It’s here — the Pokémon TCG: Mega Evolution Expansion is dropping, and WeTheHobby is celebrating with a double feature you won’t want to miss.

Live from CGC Headquarters
Our breakers Ryan & Christian are taking the WTH Evolution channel on the road for a special 1–7 PM livestream straight from CGC. Expect:
– 10 full cases ripped live on stream
– Giveaways every 5 minutes
– Live reveals as CGC graders return cards during the show
– A behind-the-scenes peek at the grading process

In-Store Celebration at WeTheHobby
At the same time, the party is happening back home in Rochester:
– CGC reps on-site (12–8 PM) to take submissions
– PokéDrop: Mega Evolution Edition running all day
– Free community tournament at 5:30 PM (capped at 16–20 players, hosted by Joe & Melody)
– Trading tables, raffles, snacks, and plenty of Mega Evolution hype
– Watch the livestream kickoff with the community right in-store

Good to Know
– Tournament spots are free but limited — reserve with a Tournament Entry ticket.
– Bring a standard deck if you’re playing in the tournament.
– Submissions will be entered in the order provided by WTH.
– Expected grading focus: Ultra Rare, Secret Illustration Rare, Gold cards.
– General turnaround: Saturday return of graded cards.

Tickets
General Admission — Free
Access to the in-store celebration, CGC submissions, PokéDrop, raffles, and livestream viewing.

Tournament Entry — Free (Limited)
Reserve a spot in the 5:30 PM tournament (cap 16–20 players).

Join us for release day! RSVP for the in-store celebration and reserve your tournament spot before they’re gone.