WWE is set to return to Madison Square Garden, often dubbed the “World’s Most Famous Arena,” for a highly anticipated episode of Monday Night Raw on March 30, 2026. This event marks one of the last shows leading up to WrestleMania 42, adding to the excitement for wrestling fans. Tickets for the event will be available for pre-sale starting at 10 a.m. Eastern Time on January 12, with the general public sale commencing the following day on January 13.
The lineup for the March 30 event includes prominent WWE superstars such as CM Punk, Becky Lynch, Rhea Ripley, Jey Uso, Kofi Kingston, Xavier Woods, and Penta. This announcement was made via a tweet from Madison Square Garden, further heightening anticipation for the evening’s matches.
Historical Significance of Madison Square Garden
WWE’s connection to Madison Square Garden holds significant historical weight within the realm of professional wrestling. The organization recently held an episode of Raw there in November 2025, which notably featured John Cena‘s final appearance as an active wrestler at this iconic venue. In a conversation with the Raw Recap podcast, Cena emphasized the importance of the arena, stating, “The significance of this building should never be lost on sports entertainment.”
Cena further elaborated on the enduring legacy of Madison Square Garden, saying, “I think we can learn a lot from history, and I think that every person in WWE should understand the history of this place.” His comments reflect a deep respect for the venue and its role in shaping the landscape of professional wrestling.
Additional WWE Dates Announced
In addition to the March 30 event, WWE has unveiled a series of other television dates in the lead-up to WrestleMania 42. The schedule includes:
– March 6: SmackDown at Moda Center, Portland, Oregon
– March 9: Raw at Climate Pledge Arena, Seattle, Washington
– March 13: SmackDown at PHX Arena, Phoenix, Arizona
– March 16: Raw at Frost Bank Center, San Antonio, Texas
– March 27: SmackDown at PPG Paints Arena, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
– March 30: Raw at Madison Square Garden, New York City
– April 6: Raw at Toyota Center, Houston, Texas
– April 10: SmackDown at SAP Center, San Jose, California
– April 13: Raw at Golden 1 Center, Sacramento, California
The April 13 event will serve as Raw’s final show before the excitement of WrestleMania 42, promising an electrifying conclusion to the lead-up.
As the wrestling community anticipates these events, the excitement surrounding WWE’s return to Madison Square Garden is palpable. Fans are poised to witness thrilling matches and celebrate a storied arena that has hosted some of the most memorable moments in wrestling history.
