John Cena is coming to Abu Dhabi: WWE legend to headline Middle East Film & Comic Con 2026
Dubai: John Cena will be heading to Abu Dhabi for the much-anticipated Middle East Film & Comic Con (MEFCC) 2026 this month. The 17-time wrestling world champion, Hollywood actor and global pop-culture heavyweight will headline the region’s largest pop-culture festival when it returns to ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi this September. Cena will appear at the convention on September 12 and 13, giving UAE…
John Cena, a WWE legend and Hollywood actor, will headline the Middle East Film & Comic Con (MEFCC) 2026 in Abu Dhabi. Cena will attend the convention on September 12 and 13 at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi, giving UAE fans an opportunity to see and potentially meet the star. Cena joins other celebrity attendees such as Mackenyu, known for his role as Roronoa Zoro in Netflix’s One Piece, and Joonas Suotamo, who plays Chewbacca in Star Wars sequel films.
With a career spanning wrestling, acting, and producing, Cena remains one of WWE's most recognizable figures. His contributions to the Make-A-Wish Foundation and various charitable endeavors further cement his status as a global icon. The 14th edition of MEFCC, now in its 14th year, will feature celebrity panels, cosplay competitions, gaming tournaments, screenings, workshops, merchandise, and comic-book experiences.
Tickets for the convention range from AED 160 for a one-day pass to AED 390 for a three-day weekend pass. Children aged six and under enter for free, while children aged seven to 11 pay AED 50 at the door.
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