Chicago, September 6, 2025
News Summary
WWE has revealed an extensive tour schedule, featuring a notable event on September 5, 2025, at the Allstate Arena in Chicago, marking John Cena’s last performance in the city. The announcement includes various Raw and SmackDown events across the United States, Europe, and Australia, culminating in major shows like WrestleMania 42 and SummerSlam in 2026. Tickets will be available starting July 25, 2025, with presale options for fans registering on WWE’s official site.
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WWE schedules multi-city tour, John Cena’s final Chicago appearance set for Sept. 5, 2025
WWE has announced a broad schedule of live events and pay-per-view dates spanning from September 2025 through August 2026. The schedule opens with SmackDown in Chicago on September 5, 2025 at the Allstate Arena, billed as John Cena’s final appearance in the city as an active wrestler. Tickets for all listed events will go on sale Friday, July 25, 2025, at 10 a.m. local time, and fans can register for presale access at WWE’s official site.
What the announcement covers
The newly released dates include weekly Raw and SmackDown television tapings, several branded special events, and two major stadium shows. The announced calendar contains events in the United States, Europe and Australia, highlighting marquee dates such as WrestleMania 42 (April 18–19, 2026) in Las Vegas and SummerSlam (August 1–2, 2026) in Minneapolis. Additional headline events in the list include Survivor Series on November 29, 2025, at Petco Park in San Diego and Crown Jewel on October 11, 2025, in Perth, Western Australia.
Ticketing and presale information
All announced dates will have tickets available starting July 25, 2025, at 10 a.m. local time. A presale registration option is offered through WWE’s website to provide fans with potential early purchase opportunities. The announcement indicates standard local-time on-sale procedures; attendees should verify venue-specific policies for entry requirements and accessible seating.
Key dates and venues
The schedule includes a mix of television tapings and special events. Major entries from the list are provided below in chronological order:
- September 5, 2025 — SmackDown, Allstate Arena, Chicago, IL (John Cena final Chicago appearance)
- September 8, 2025 — Raw, Fiserv Forum, Milwaukee, WI
- September 12, 2025 — Worlds Collide, The Pavilion at the Thomas & Mack Center, Las Vegas, NV
- September 12, 2025 — SmackDown, Scope Arena, Norfolk, VA
- September 19, 2025 — SmackDown, Huntington Center, Toledo, OH
- September 20, 2025 — Wrestlepalooza, Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Indianapolis, IN
- September 22, 2025 — Raw, Ford Center, Evansville, IN
- September 26, 2025 — SmackDown, Kia Center, Orlando, FL
- September 29, 2025 — Raw, Lenovo Center, Raleigh, NC
- October 3, 2025 — SmackDown, Heritage Bank Center, Cincinnati, OH
- October 6, 2025 — Raw, American Airlines Center, Dallas, TX
- October 10–13, 2025 — Perth, WA: SmackDown (Oct 10), Crown Jewel (Oct 11), Raw (Oct 13) at RAC Arena
- October 17–27, 2025 — West Coast and Southwest stops including San Jose, Sacramento, Tempe and Anaheim
- November 3–29, 2025 — Multiple Raw and SmackDown shows, highlighted by Raw at Madison Square Garden (Nov 17) and Survivor Series at Petco Park (Nov 29)
- December 1 & 8, 2025 — Raw in Glendale, AZ and Kansas City, MO
- January 2026 — European arena dates: SmackDown in Berlin (Jan 9), Raw in Dusseldorf (Jan 12), SmackDown at OVO Arena Wembley (Jan 16), Raw at The SSE Arena Belfast (Jan 19)
- April 18–19, 2026 — WrestleMania 42 (Night One and Night Two), Allegiant Stadium, Las Vegas, NV
- August 1–2, 2026 — SummerSlam (Night One and Night Two), US Bank Stadium, Minneapolis, MN
In addition to the Chicago appearance, the announcement specifies that John Cena will also appear at Raw in Springfield, Massachusetts, on September 15, 2025.
Geographic reach and event types
The schedule covers a wide geographic footprint with domestic stops in the Midwest, South, Northeast and West Coast of the United States, plus international shows in Germany, the United Kingdom and Australia. Event types include weekly television tapings for Raw and SmackDown, branded multi-match specials such as Crown Jewel and Survivor Series, and stadium-scale events intended to draw larger crowds for WrestleMania and SummerSlam.
Background context
The timeline aligns with the company’s practice of combining weekly televised programming, touring live events and periodic premium live events. Stadium events such as WrestleMania and SummerSlam typically involve multi-night formats in larger venues, while branded specials and television tapings are staged in arenas across multiple markets. The international leg in January 2026 reflects a continued push to present major shows outside North America.
What to expect next
Fans planning to attend should confirm local on-sale details, venue policies and any presale windows for registered accounts. Event lineups and match cards are typically announced separately and may change between the ticket on-sale date and the event date.
Frequently Asked Questions
When do tickets go on sale?
Tickets for all announced events go on sale Friday, July 25, 2025, at 10 a.m. local time.
How can fans get presale access?
Fans can register for presale access at WWE’s official website. Registration details determine eligibility for any available presale windows.
Is John Cena appearing at multiple events?
Yes. John Cena is scheduled for a final billed Chicago appearance on September 5, 2025, and is also listed to perform at a Raw event in Springfield, Massachusetts, on September 15, 2025.
Which major stadium events are included?
Major stadium events listed include WrestleMania 42 at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas (April 18–19, 2026) and SummerSlam at US Bank Stadium in Minneapolis (August 1–2, 2026).
Are there international events?
Yes. The schedule includes shows in Germany (Berlin and Dusseldorf), the United Kingdom (Wembley and Belfast), and Australia (Perth).
Quick reference chart — Event counts and highlights
| Feature | Count / Dates | Notable Examples |
|---|---|---|
| Total announced events | 34 (Sept 2025 – Aug 2026) | Includes weekly Raw/SmackDown, stadium events and specials |
| U.S. arena stops | Major cities Sept–Nov 2025 | Chicago, Milwaukee, Dallas, Raleigh, Madison Square Garden |
| International dates | Jan 9–19, 2026 and Oct 2025 | Berlin, Dusseldorf, London (Wembley), Belfast, Perth |
| Stadium events | WrestleMania 42 and SummerSlam (multi-night) | Allegiant Stadium (Las Vegas); US Bank Stadium (Minneapolis) |
| Special events | Several branded shows | Wrestlepalooza, Worlds Collide, Crown Jewel, Survivor Series |
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Additional Resources
- ESPN: WWE Live Televised Events Schedule
- WWE: Raw and SmackDown Fall Dates
- TicketNews: WWE New Dates for Raw and SmackDown
- Wikipedia: WWE
- Encyclopedia Britannica: WWE
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