WWE unveils summer 2025 tour sates for RAW and SmackDown
Annapurna Rai | Apr 14, 2025, 23:04 IST
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Highlight of the story: WWE has announced a packed schedule of RAW and SmackDown live events stretching into summer 2025, following WrestleMania 41. The U.S. tour includes stops in Kansas City, Louisville, and other cities, with tickets on sale starting March 7. Internationally, the "Road to Clash in Paris" tour marks WWE's first Premium Live Event in France.
As anticipation builds for WrestleMania 41, WWE has announced an extensive lineup of live events for its flagship shows, RAW and SmackDown, extending through the summer of 2025. This announcement promises to keep the momentum going for wrestling fans across the United States and Europe.
Post-WrestleMania U.S. tour highlights
Following the spectacle at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas on April 19–20, WWE's touring schedule includes a series of events across various American cities. The tour kicks off with Monday Night RAW at the T-Mobile Center in Kansas City, Missouri, on April 28. Subsequent stops feature:
May 12: RAW at KFC Yum Center, Louisville, Kentucky
May 16: SmackDown at First Horizon Coliseum, Greensboro, North Carolina
May 19: RAW at Bon Secours Wellness Arena, Greenville, South Carolina
May 23: SmackDown at EnMarket Arena, Savannah, Georgia
May 30: SmackDown at Thompson Boling Arena, Knoxville, Tennessee
June 2: RAW at BOK Center, Tulsa, Oklahoma
June 13: SmackDown at Rupp Arena, Lexington, Kentucky
June 16: RAW at Resch Center, Green Bay, Wisconsin
June 20: SmackDown at Van Andel Arena, Grand Rapids, Michigan
June 23: RAW at Nationwide Arena, Columbus, Ohio
June 30: RAW at PPG Paints Arena, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Tickets for these events are set to go on sale starting March 7, with pre-sale opportunities beginning March 5.
International expansion: Road to clash in Paris
In addition to the U.S. tour, WWE has outlined its "Road to Clash in Paris" tour, marking a significant expansion into European markets. This tour includes:
August 22: SmackDown at 3Arena, Dublin, Ireland
August 23–28: Live events across Liverpool, Newcastle, Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds, and Cardiff in the U.K.
August 29: SmackDown at LDLC Arena, Lyon, France
August 31: Clash in Paris at Paris La Défense Arena, Paris, France
September 1: RAW at Paris La Défense Arena, Paris, France
This marks WWE's first-ever Premium Live Event in the French capital and a return to several U.K. cities after more than a decade.
John Cena's farewell tour continues
As part of his retirement tour, John Cena is scheduled to appear at several events, including:
April 21: RAW at T-Mobile Arena, Las Vegas, Nevada
April 25: SmackDown in Fort Worth, Texas
May 9: SmackDown in Dayton, Ohio
May 10: Backlash in St. Louis, Missouri
May 24: Saturday Night's Main Event in Tampa, Florida
June 6: SmackDown in Bakersfield, California
June 13: SmackDown in Lexington, Kentucky
June 20: SmackDown in Grand Rapids, Michigan
August 31: Clash in Paris, Paris, France
September 1: RAW in Paris, France
Cena's appearances are highly anticipated, as fans speculate about potential storyline developments and his pursuit of a record-setting 17th world championship.
Looking ahead
With this robust schedule, WWE aims to maintain high energy and fan engagement well beyond WrestleMania 41. The combination of domestic and international events underscores the company's commitment to delivering premier wrestling entertainment to a global audience. Fans are encouraged to secure their tickets early and stay tuned for further announcements regarding match cards and special appearances.
Post-WrestleMania U.S. tour highlights
Following the spectacle at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas on April 19–20, WWE's touring schedule includes a series of events across various American cities. The tour kicks off with Monday Night RAW at the T-Mobile Center in Kansas City, Missouri, on April 28. Subsequent stops feature:
May 12: RAW at KFC Yum Center, Louisville, Kentucky
May 16: SmackDown at First Horizon Coliseum, Greensboro, North Carolina
May 19: RAW at Bon Secours Wellness Arena, Greenville, South Carolina
May 23: SmackDown at EnMarket Arena, Savannah, Georgia
May 30: SmackDown at Thompson Boling Arena, Knoxville, Tennessee
June 2: RAW at BOK Center, Tulsa, Oklahoma
June 13: SmackDown at Rupp Arena, Lexington, Kentucky
June 16: RAW at Resch Center, Green Bay, Wisconsin
June 20: SmackDown at Van Andel Arena, Grand Rapids, Michigan
June 23: RAW at Nationwide Arena, Columbus, Ohio
June 30: RAW at PPG Paints Arena, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Tickets for these events are set to go on sale starting March 7, with pre-sale opportunities beginning March 5.
International expansion: Road to clash in Paris
In addition to the U.S. tour, WWE has outlined its "Road to Clash in Paris" tour, marking a significant expansion into European markets. This tour includes:
August 22: SmackDown at 3Arena, Dublin, Ireland
August 23–28: Live events across Liverpool, Newcastle, Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds, and Cardiff in the U.K.
August 29: SmackDown at LDLC Arena, Lyon, France
August 31: Clash in Paris at Paris La Défense Arena, Paris, France
September 1: RAW at Paris La Défense Arena, Paris, France
This marks WWE's first-ever Premium Live Event in the French capital and a return to several U.K. cities after more than a decade.
John Cena's farewell tour continues
As part of his retirement tour, John Cena is scheduled to appear at several events, including:
April 21: RAW at T-Mobile Arena, Las Vegas, Nevada
April 25: SmackDown in Fort Worth, Texas
May 9: SmackDown in Dayton, Ohio
May 10: Backlash in St. Louis, Missouri
May 24: Saturday Night's Main Event in Tampa, Florida
June 6: SmackDown in Bakersfield, California
June 13: SmackDown in Lexington, Kentucky
June 20: SmackDown in Grand Rapids, Michigan
August 31: Clash in Paris, Paris, France
September 1: RAW in Paris, France
Cena's appearances are highly anticipated, as fans speculate about potential storyline developments and his pursuit of a record-setting 17th world championship.
Looking ahead
With this robust schedule, WWE aims to maintain high energy and fan engagement well beyond WrestleMania 41. The combination of domestic and international events underscores the company's commitment to delivering premier wrestling entertainment to a global audience. Fans are encouraged to secure their tickets early and stay tuned for further announcements regarding match cards and special appearances.