WWE appears to be planning a significant wrestling weekend centered around the Elimination Chamber premium live event in Chicago in 2026. According to a report from PWInsider , the company intends to host multiple events in the city surrounding the PLE, which is tentatively scheduled for February 28, 2026, at the Allstate Arena .

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The strategy includes bringing SmackDown to Chicago the night before the PLE, on Friday, February 27 . Beyond that, WWE is reportedly discussing adding even more events to the weekend schedule . Possibilities mentioned include shows featuring the NXT brand and potentially even AAA . The goal, according to the report, is to transform Chicago into a wrestling hub for the weekend, creating a festival-like atmosphere for attending fa

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