Be among the first to get your hands on the new Pokémon 30th Anniversary sets!
The wait is almost over! To celebrate the launch of the Pokémon 30th Anniversary sets, we’re opening the doors of our Portlaoise store at midnight on September 16th so Pokémon fans can be among the first to shop the new releases.
🌙 Midnight Release
📅 Wednesday 16 September 2026
⏰ 12:00 AM – 1:00 AM
📍 Ken Black Toys, Portlaoise
Our Portlaoise store will open for one hour only, from midnight until 1am on Wednesday 16 September, giving you the chance to get your hands on the new Pokémon 30th Anniversary sets as soon as they launch.
🎴 What to expect
We’ll have 9 of the new Pokémon 30th Anniversary products available to purchase during the midnight release.
Stock will be limited so purchase limits will apply per customer and products will be available while stocks last. We recommend arriving early to avoid disappointment.
📍 Portlaoise Only
Please note that this midnight release is taking place at our Portlaoise store only.
Our other Ken Black stores will not be opening at midnight for this launch but will have stock from the release at 9am on September 16th subject to delivery times and availability.
⚠️ Important Information
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The midnight release takes place from 12:00 AM to 1:00 AM on Wednesday 16 September 2026.
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Portlaoise store only.
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Products are available while stocks last.
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Stock is limited and individual products cannot be guaranteed.
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Purchase limits will apply and will be communicated in-store where applicable.
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Products are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
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Please follow any instructions from our team regarding queuing and entry to the store.
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We reserve the right to make reasonable changes to the event arrangements if required.
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Please check this page before travelling for any updates to the event.
Get ready, Trainers, we'll see you at midnight! 🌙