Pikmin Bloom Tour is a walking event where you walk with the Pikmin Bloom app and complete event specific missions while discovering interesting spots in the city! Let’s explore the city together as we visit special spots, enjoy new encounters, and perhaps indulge in leisurely breaks at shops or parks.
What is Pikmin Bloom Tour?
Pikmin Bloom Tour 2025 : Kaohsiung
Pikmin Bloom Tour 2025 : Kaohsiung will take place as a free walking event with entry via advance registration and lottery. Participants will be able to stroll around the unique local spots of Yancheng District, where old harbors meet new creative culture. Take a walk with your Pikmin squad, soak in the city’s charm and vibrant local art scene, and embark on a delightful journey full of surprises!
Location:
Kaohsiung, Taiwan
Event Date:
October 11th (Saturday) and 12th (Sunday), 2025
- In-app event experience: 8:00 - 18:00 TST
- Gift distribution at Pier-2 Tower Square: 10:00 - 18:00 TST (Wait lines open at 9:30)
- AR photo booth: 10:00 - 18:00 TST (Wait lines open at 9:30)
How to participate in the event
To attend the event, after applying for the drawing as described below in 1), you must complete the ticket application process described in 2) within 48 hours of receiving the winning e-mail.
1. Drawing Entry
Read below for detailed steps on how to enter the drawing.
Drawing entry period:
Thursday, August 28th, 2025 10:00 (TST) - Monday, September 1st, 2025 18:00 (TST)Drawing eligibility:
Pikmin Bloom account holders (excluding child accounts)Announcement of winners:
Tuesday, September 2nd, 2025 (TST)
*Additional winners may be announced between Thursday, September 4th and Sunday, September 7th (TST), depending on the number of ticket applications received by then.
2. Ticket Application
- Ticket application period:
Within 48 hours of receiving the winning e-mail
If you are selected and receive a winning e-mail, please follow the instructions in the e-mail and complete the ticket application within 48 hours. Also, please select your preferred time to redeem your free gifts from the available slots. In order to avoid congestion, we have set a limit on the number of participants for each time slot. Please select from the available slots at the time of your application.
- October 11th (Sat) 10:00- / 10:30- / 11:00- / 11:30- / 12:00- / 12:30- / 13:00- / 13:30-
- October 12th (Sun) 10:00- / 10:30- / 11:00- / 11:30- / 12:00- / 12:30- / 13:00- / 13:30- (TST)
*Participants may only attend the event during one of the two days above.
*Each winner can invite up to 3 in-app friends. However, invitees can only choose tickets for the same day as the winner.
*Regardless of the time listed on the ticket, all ticket holders can receive the gifts between 14:00 and 18:00 on the date of the ticket.
*The number of Pikmin paper sun visor colors is limited. Please note that depending on the timing of your pickup, your preferred color may not be available.
Gifts for ticket holders:
Event map, Pikmin paper sun visor, paper fan
Gift distribution location:
Tickets for each time slot are limited, and once they are gone, you will no longer be able to apply for tickets for that time slot. Please note that if you’re not able to make it in time for your designated slot, you can still drop by between 14:00 and 18:00 on the date of your ticket to receive your free gifts.
Access to the gift distribution location:
Approx. 10-minute walk from Yanchengpu MRT Station.
Approx. 1-minute walk from Dayi Pier-2 Light Rail Station.
Access Google Map here.
Estimated walking distance:
Approximately 4 kilometers to walk around all special spots.
Please note:
- Only one entry into the drawing is allowed per user.
- Each user can only attend one day of the two-day event.
- Resale or transfer of participation rights or tickets is strictly prohibited.
- Pikmin Bloom Tour 2025 : Kaohsiung will be photographed and filmed by Niantic and Nintendo for marketing purposes. Photos and videos taken during the event may be used on Niantic and Nintendo’s websites, event-related blogs, social media, etc. Thank you for your understanding.
Cooperation: Kaohsiung Tourism Bureau
From October 10 to October 12, the “Kaohsiung Hot Air Balloon Festival” event will be taking place along the Love River! Feel free to join if you have time!
For more information, please visit the “Kaohsiung Travel” website and the “Kaohsiung Hot Air Balloon Festival” Facebook page.
Event Details
Ticket holders will enjoy the following special experiences.
*1, 2, and 3 can be experienced only on the day you have the ticket.
*4 is available at the store all day from Saturday, October 11 to Sunday, October 12, 2025 TST.
*If you do not have a ticket, you cannot experience any of the below.
1: Gather to receive your gifts at Pier-2 Tower!
You can receive an event map, a Pikmin paper sun visor, and a paper fan at Pier-2 Tower.
2: Complete the event missions to get Decor Pikmin and an exclusive badge!
As you approach the event location, you will receive three special event missions. By completing each of them, you will receive the event badge and Gold Seedlings. The Gold Seedlings you receive for clearing these missions will grow into Winged and Purple Present Sticker (Gold) Decor Pikmin.
3: Explore Kaohsiung by visiting Special Spots!
Explore Kaohsiung by visiting Special Spots located throughout the city. Swipe a Special Spot to receive a Gold Seedling for that location, as well as yellow hibiscus nectar.
The event map will be released at a later date. Thank you for your patience.
4: Purchase a special Mii Costume, exclusive to this event in Kaohsiung!
During the event, a limited KAOHSIUNG Tour T-shirt will be available for purchase at the in-app shop for NT$190*, as well as a Pikmin sun visor set (Red, Yellow, and Blue) for NT$90.* Get your Mii in full dedicated gear and enjoy walking!
*In case the payment setting in App Store/Google Play Store is set to New Taiwan Dollar.
Bundle packs exclusive to the event will be available!
To celebrate the Kaohsiung Tour, the Web Store will be offering an exclusive bundle pack including handy items to take home your memories of the tour! The pack includes 5 Expedition Drones, 6 Mushrooms Recharge Tickets, and 3 Detectors. The pack will be priced at NT$330 * and it will be available from October 1st, 2025 00:00 (TST) to October 31st, 2025 17:00 (TST). The pack will be available for purchase to all users.
*When the payment setting in the App Store/Google Play Store is set to New Taiwan Dollar.
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Frequently asked questions about the event
EVENT
Where can I join the Pikmin Bloom Tour 2025: Kaohsiung?
- Only users who have been selected as winners must complete the ticket application within 48 hours to be eligible to participate in this event.
- In order to receive the special event missions, the Pikmin Bloom app must be launched once you are nearby the Special Spot during the event hours.
- The special event missions must be completed before 18:00 (TST) of your ticket’s date.
- There is no specific order to enjoy the Special Spots. You can go around freely as you like.
Where can I receive the gifts?
- Gifts for ticket holders will be distributed at PIER-2 TOWER during the event hours. Please come to the venue at the time slot shown in your ticket, or between 14:00-18:00 on the day that you have a ticket for.
- We will confirm your ticket in the app when we hand out the gifts. Please make sure to log in to the app with the account you used to claim the ticket before arriving.
Can children participate?
- Child accounts are not eligible to apply for the drawing or tickets.
I would like to check the event map in advance.
- The event map will be released at a later date. Thank you for your patience.
Can I attend the event without a ticket? / Can I attend the event on a date different from my ticket’s date?
- No. There is no special game experience (missions, special spots) or gift for users who do not have tickets or users who come on a different date from their ticket’s date.
Venue
Is there parking available?
- There is no parking available on the premises. Please use public transportation to make your way to the venue.
Restrooms
- Please use public restrooms.
Crowding
- If Special Spots and nearby streets are getting crowded, please only stay for a short time and share the space with others.
- If the network is unstable due to congestion, please try moving around or waiting for a while.
Support
What should I do if I encounter an issue in the game?
- If you have any questions about the event gameplay or the event itself, please visit Pikmin Bloom Tour 2025: Kaohsiung FAQ. We will update this page when ready.
- If you have an event ticket but are still not able to access the event-exclusive content, please contact the information center at the gift distribution venue. The information center is open from 8:00 to 18:00 on the day of the event. Alternatively, you can contact us through the app.
- For general questions about the app, please refer to the Support page. In some cases, restarting the app or device may solve the problem.
Health & Safety
Health & Safety
- Check weather forecasts prior to attending the event and wear appropriate clothing.
- Please be sure to stay hydrated and take breaks.
If you would like to purchase beverages, please use vending machines, nearby supermarkets, or convenience stores. - Please contact the Information Center at the gift distribution venue for missing children or harassments.
- Please conduct yourself at the event in accordance with the Live Event Code of Conduct.
- If the event venue, the area around the Special Spots, or the streets are crowded, please do not stay in the same area for a long time, and move to other places. For the safety of the event, our staff may ask you to move away from the area. Thank you for your understanding.
- If the network is unstable due to congestion, please try moving around or waiting for a while.
General Recommendations
General Recommendations
- The event route may pass along riversides and coastlines. Please ensure your safety and comply with all rules and regulations.
- Please keep in mind that places off the route may be residential areas, therefore please behave accordingly.
Moreover, for your safety, please take a detour and walk on wider pedestrian roads. - Please stay aware of your surroundings and observe road signals and traffic lights during your walk.
Garbage
Garbage
- Please take all of your garbage home with you.
Battery charging
Battery charging
- Keep your device charged and consider bringing a fully charged portable charger to enjoy the event without interrupting the game.
Lost and Found
Lost and Found
- Lost and found items at the gift distribution venue will be handled at the Information Center. After the event, the lost and found items will be delivered to the nearby police station.
Inclement weather and emergency notice
Inclement weather and emergency notice
- This event will be held regardless of the weather. However, it may be canceled in the case of extreme weather, natural disasters, or COVID-19 infection rates.
- Please check Pikmin Bloom’s official Traditional Chinese Instagram account for the latest event information and urgent notices.
Press
Press
- If you would like to cover this event, please contact press@nianticlabs.com.
Pikmin Bloom Tour
Pikmin Bloom Tour
- Future Pikmin Bloom Tour events will be announced on the official website as soon as they are determined. Please note that event details and ticket distribution methods are subject to change for future events.
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