John Cena to attend Middle East Film and Comic Con in Abu Dhabi
John Cena will be at the Middle East Film and Comic Con in Abu Dhabi this September, adding one of the biggest names in professional wrestling and entertainment to the convention’s 2026 line-up. The WWE star and actor is the latest celebrity guest confirmed for the event, which will take place at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi from September 11 to 13. Cena joins Mackenyu, who plays Roronoa Zoro in…
WWE star John Cena will be attending the Middle East Film and Comic Con (MEFCC) in Abu Dhabi from September 11 to 13. This marks the convention's 14th edition after its original April date was moved due to regional conflict. Cena joins other celebrity guests such as Mackenyu, who plays Roronoa Zoro in the Netflix adaptation of One Piece.
The convention, which previously attracted international names, is evolving to cater to a more diverse fanbase. Organizers, led by show director Loy Pinheiro, emphasize growing the event with community input, leading to new features like Artist Alley, Otaku District, TCG Arena, Bookworm Lounge and Collector’s Gallery. MEFCC welcomed over 46,000 visitors in 2025, a 24% increase since 2022.
The convention has also seen a shift in the types of pop culture that fans are interested in, with anime and gaming gaining prominence alongside established franchises. Artist Alley, which allows independent creators to sell original work, is particularly notable, having helped launch the careers of UAE creators Yasser Alireza and Zaid Hamzeh. The 2026 edition of MEFCC is set to continue evolving, with ticket prices starting at Dh160.
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