Look, if you're keen on trading cards, Pokemon Korea just dropped the news on the 9th: the '2026 Korean League Season 3' is heading to Hall C of the Gwangju Kimdaejung Convention Center from March 7th to 8th. This is no small affair; it's the official national-level showdown to crown the South Korean representatives who will head to San Francisco for the 'Pokemon World Championships 2026'.

For this third outing, you'll need to sort your online pre-registration by the 25th. The Swiss-round preliminaries kick off on March 7th, followed by the main tournament and grand finals on the 8th. Can't make it to Gwangju? Don't fret; they’re streaming the finals live on the official Pokemon Korea YouTube channel so you won't miss a beat.

Every competitor walks away with some loot, including a participation lanyard, an original pouch, and a 'Tepig' promo card. Even if you're just there to spectate, every visitor will be handed a commemorative medal for the smartphone version of 'Pokemon Home'.

The venue is packed with interactive bits, too. They’ve got a 'Beginner's Class' for those still learning the ropes, '2-Player Free Battles' for quick matches, a mini-league using the 'Start Deck 100 Battle Collection' bought on-site, and a 'Mini-Game Zone' for some extra prizes. Plus, the stage will host various events that are open to both players and families tagging along.

Fancy a bit of shopping? There's a Pokemon Mini-Store on-site stocking all sorts of card game goodies. Remember, the '2026 Korean League' is all about stacking those points for a ticket to the world stage. You can find all the gritty details on the official Pokemon Korea website. Best of luck to all the trainers out there!