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

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.

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

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

• 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.

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.

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