Wrestling superstar John Cena will be making his final WWE appearance in Chicago on September 5, 2024. The event will take place at the Allstate Arena in Rosemont, Illinois, as part of WWE’s SmackDown show, marking a significant stop on Cena’s retirement tour.
WWE officially confirmed a series of upcoming Raw and SmackDown dates, which include two events featuring Cena. Aside from his Chicago appearance, Cena is also scheduled to appear on September 15 at the Mass Mutual Center in Springfield, Massachusetts. While his final match is expected to occur later this year in Boston, WWE has yet to provide full details about that event.
Details Surrounding Cena’s Retirement Tour and Upcoming Matches
The announcement labels the September 5 SmackDown event as John Cena’s concluding WWE appearance in the Chicago area. Fans can anticipate that this will be a memorable occasion to see Cena in-person one last time in Illinois before his retirement.
An official WWE statement noted,
“Undisputed WWE Champion John Cena will make his final appearance in Chicago when SmackDown returns to Allstate Arena on Friday, September 5, followed by a return to his home state of Massachusetts when Raw takes place at the Mass Mutual Center in Springfield on Monday, September 15.”
Whether Cena will still hold the Undisputed WWE Championship during these appearances remains uncertain, as he is poised to defend the title against Cody Rhodes at SummerSlam in August. This upcoming match could influence his status heading into the September shows.
Upcoming WWE Event Schedule Featuring Cena and Other Stops
The full slate of WWE’s new Raw and SmackDown dates includes several stops across the United States. Currently, Cena’s participation is confirmed only for the Rosemont, Illinois, and Springfield, Massachusetts events. Tickets for these shows will go on sale starting Friday, July 25, at 10 a.m. local time.
Here is the complete list of upcoming WWE events announced:
- September 5: SmackDown at Allstate Arena, Rosemont, Illinois (John Cena advertised)
- September 8: Raw at Fiserv Forum, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
- September 12: SmackDown at Scope Arena, Norfolk, Virginia
- September 15: Raw at Mass Mutual Center, Springfield, Massachusetts (John Cena advertised)
- September 29: Raw at Lenovo Center, Raleigh, North Carolina
- October 3: SmackDown at Heritage Bank Center, Cincinnati, Ohio
- October 6: Raw at American Airlines Center, Dallas, Texas
- October 17: SmackDown at SAP Center, San Jose, California
- October 20: Raw at Golden 1 Center, Sacramento, California
- October 24: SmackDown at Mullett Arena, Tempe, Arizona
- November 24: Raw at Paycom Center, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
The Significance of Cena’s Final Chicago Appearance and What to Expect Next
John Cena’s final WWE appearance in Chicago represents a milestone in his storied wrestling career, allowing fans to witness one last performance in a city where he has had an influential presence. His appearances in Rosemont and Springfield also highlight the concluding phase of his retirement tour, with the culmination expected later this year in Boston.
As WWE continues to release details about Cena’s retirement and final matches, fans should watch closely for updates on potential title defenses and other surprises. This period marks the closing chapter for one of the most iconic figures in professional wrestling, with the upcoming events serving as significant moments to celebrate his legacy.
