San Francisco is in full Pokémon mode this weekend, as the Pokémon World Championships descend on Moscone Center and Chase Center — and the fun is spilling out into the streets in the best possible way. Union Square is hosting a free outdoor movie night featuring Pokémon: Detective Pikachu, giving locals and visitors alike a chance to enjoy the citywide celebration without spending a dime.

The Pokémon World Championships is one of the most anticipated events on the competitive gaming and trading-card calendar, drawing players and fans from around the globe to compete at the highest level. Having both Moscone Center and Chase Center serve as venues underscores just how large the event has grown — and San Francisco is rolling out the welcome mat in style.

The free Union Square screening of Pokémon: Detective Pikachu is a perfect complement to the championship action happening across town, offering families, kids, and nostalgic fans a relaxed, festive way to soak up the Pokémon spirit under the open sky. Union Square, one of the city’s most beloved public gathering spaces, transforms into an outdoor cinema for the occasion.

Whether you’re a seasoned competitor heading to Moscone, a casual fan cheering from the Chase Center stands, or simply a San Franciscan looking for a fun, free night out, this weekend has something to offer. It’s the kind of community moment that reminds everyone why San Francisco is such a vibrant place to live and visit — where world-class events and neighborhood charm go hand in hand.

Sources: Secret San Francisco