Cody Rhodes, known as “The American Nightmare,” is set for a demanding start to 2026 with a full slate of appearances detailed in his recently announced Cody Rhodes January WWE schedule. Throughout January, Rhodes will participate in events spanning North America and Europe, culminating with a title match and major shows across multiple countries.
Rhodes Launches 2026 With North American Appearances
Kicking off January, Cody Rhodes will perform at the WWE Live Event Holiday Tour in Syracuse, NY on New Year’s Day. The momentum continues as he heads straight to Buffalo, NY the following day for the first SmackDown of 2026, and then to Worcester, Massachusetts and Bridgeport, Connecticut for additional live events on January 3 and 4. These appearances reflect Rhodes’ role as a central WWE figure and as a prominent champion at televised and touring events.
International Matches and Major Title Defense in Berlin
The schedule intensifies as WWE’s worldwide tour moves across Europe. On January 8, Rhodes will appear in Leipzig, Germany for the Road to Royal Rumble event. The following night, Berlin will play host to a high-stakes episode of SmackDown on January 9. In Berlin, Cody Rhodes is slated to defend the Undisputed WWE Championship against Drew McIntyre in a Three Stages of Hell match, marking a major highlight of his international commitments for the month.
Touring the UK, Belgium, and Poland
Mid-January brings Rhodes to New Castle in the United Kingdom on January 15, then to London for SmackDown on January 16. His European tour includes stops in Gdansk, Poland on January 17, Nottingham, UK on January 18, and Brussels, Belgium on January 20. These events exemplify WWE’s global reach and Rhodes’ vital role in marquee matches across Europe, engaging audiences in multiple countries.
Final Week: Canada, Saudi Arabia, and Royal Rumble
Rhodes continues his packed schedule with a return to North America, appearing in Montreal, QC for SmackDown on January 23 and again in Montreal for Saturday Night’s Main Event on January 24. The month’s climax takes place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, where Rhodes will participate in the January 30 SmackDown and, importantly, in the Royal Rumble on January 31, one of WWE’s flagship annual events. Performances in these key cities underscore Rhodes’ international appeal and his pivotal status within the company’s major storylines.
Comprehensive Event List: Cody Rhodes January WWE Schedule
Cody Rhodes’ January 2026 schedule includes the following appearances:
- WWE Live Event Holiday Tour – January 1 – Syracuse, NY
- WWE SmackDown – January 2 – Buffalo, NY
- WWE Live Event Holiday Tour – January 3 – Worcester, MA
- WWE Live Event Holiday Tour – January 4 – Bridgeport, CT
- Road to Royal Rumble – January 8 – Leipzig, DE
- WWE SmackDown – January 9 – Berlin, DE
- Road To Royal Rumble – January 15 – New Castle, UK
- WWE SmackDown – January 16 – London, UK
- Road To Royal Rumble – January 17 – Gdansk, PL
- Road To Royal Rumble – January 18 – Nottingham, UK
- Road To Royal Rumble – January 20 – Brussels, BE
- WWE SmackDown – January 23 – Montreal, QC
- WWE Saturday Night’s Main Event – January 24 – Montreal, QC
- WWE SmackDown – January 30 – Riyadh, SA
- WWE Royal Rumble – January 31 – Riyadh, SA
Significance for WWE Fans and the Road to Royal Rumble
This extensive itinerary highlights Cody Rhodes’ essential position for WWE as he anchors marquee matches and international tours. With scheduled bouts against key rivals such as Drew McIntyre—including the highly anticipated title defense in Berlin—and culminating with participation in the Royal Rumble in Riyadh, Rhodes continues to shape storylines central to the brand. WWE supporters across continents can expect a month full of high-profile matches and major developments as Rhodes maintains his status at the forefront of company events throughout January 2026.
“January. pic.twitter.com/aKnfnQTM64” — Cody Rhodes, WWE Superstar
January. pic.twitter.com/aKnfnQTM64
— Cody Rhodes (@CodyRhodes) December 31, 2025
