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September
Thursday · Belfast
Pokémon Pub Quiz
Pokédex knowledge, chaotic teams, pints and prizes. The Botanic Inn becomes the region’s most competitive Pokémon centre for one night.
- When
- Thu 03 Sep · 19:00
- Where
- The Botanic Inn, Belfast
- Entry
- Check current listing
- Age
- 18+
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