John Cena is heading to Middle East Film & Comic Con, appearing at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi on September 12 and 13.
The John Cena Abu Dhabi appearances headline the region’s largest pop culture festival, which runs 11–13 September. It is the rare booking where the marketing writes itself: a man whose signature catchphrase is “You Can’t See Me” is about to stand in front of a hall full of people who paid to do exactly that.
Cena is a 16-time WWE world champion — a record tied with Ric Flair — whose Hollywood credits span The Suicide Squad, the Fast & Furious films, Bumblebee and Peacemaker. Away from the ring and screen, he holds the Guinness World Record for the most Make-A-Wish wishes granted by one person, has written best-selling children’s books, and recorded a rap album titled after his own catchphrase.
Who else is on the MEFCC 2026 line-up?
He joins Mackenyu, the Zoro of Netflix’s One Piece, and Joonas Suotamo, who played Chewbacca across the Star Wars sequel trilogy and Lurch in Wednesday. More guest announcements are due in the coming days, per organisers.
John Cena Abu Dhabi tickets and prices
| Pass | Price |
|---|---|
| Friday | AED 160 |
| Saturday | AED 190 |
| Sunday | AED 160 |
| 3-day weekend | AED 390 |
Tickets start from AED 160, and the budget Friday pass comes with one catch: Cena appears on the Saturday and Sunday. Children aged six and under enter free, while ages 7–11 cost AED 50 at the door. All VIP tickets are sold out.
How to meet John Cena at MEFCC
Meet the Stars access for the John Cena Abu Dhabi appearances is included with entry, though autograph and photograph vouchers are purchased separately at the venue. Tickets are on sale via Platinumlist and Virgin Megastore. Simu Liu headlined the April edition of the event, which is part of the Abu Dhabi Calendar.
When is John Cena appearing at MEFCC 2026?
He appears at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi on September 12 and September 13, 2026 — the festival’s Saturday and Sunday. The festival itself runs 11–13 September.
How much do MEFCC 2026 tickets cost?
Friday and Sunday passes cost AED 160, Saturday costs AED 190 and a 3-day weekend pass costs AED 390. Children six and under enter free, and ages 7–11 pay AED 50 at the door. All VIP tickets are sold out.
Who else is appearing at MEFCC 2026?
Mackenyu from Netflix’s One Piece and Joonas Suotamo, who played Chewbacca in the Star Wars sequel trilogy and Lurch in Wednesday, with more guest announcements expected in the coming days.
