When Was WWE in Chicago?By Coder| September 28, 2023 Wrestling Blogs Chicago has been a hotbed for WWE events throughout the years, with the Windy City hosting numerous memorable shows. Let’s take a trip down memory lane and explore some of the most iconic moments when WWE came to Chicago. WrestleMania 2 One of the earliest instances of WWE gracing Chicago was during WrestleMania 2 in 1986. This groundbreaking event took place in three different locations simultaneously, with one of them being the Rosemont Horizon (now known as Allstate Arena) in Chicago. The event featured legendary matches such as Hulk Hogan defending his WWE Championship against King Kong Bundy in a steel cage match. Survivor Series 1989 Survivor Series is one of WWE’s longest-running pay-per-view events, and it made its mark on Chicago in 1989. The Rosemont Horizon once again played host to this thrilling event, which witnessed The Ultimate Warrior capturing his first WWE Championship by defeating Hulk Hogan in a historic encounter. WrestleMania 13 In 1997, Chicago was chosen as the location for WrestleMania 13, held at the iconic Rosemont Horizon. This event is remembered for its infamous “double turn” match between Stone Cold Steve Austin and Bret Hart. The match saw Austin pass out in a pool of his own blood while refusing to submit to Hart’s sharpshooter, leading to Austin becoming an antihero and launching him into superstardom. Money in the Bank 2011 One of the most significant moments in recent WWE history occurred at Money in the Bank 2011, held at the Allstate Arena. In an electrifying main event, CM Punk defeated John Cena to win the WWE Championship. This match is often hailed as one of the greatest in WWE history and solidified Punk’s status as a top star. Payback 2013 Another memorable WWE event in Chicago was Payback 2013, which took place at the Allstate Arena. The main event featured a three stages of hell match between John Cena and Ryback for the WWE Championship. This brutal encounter saw Cena emerging victorious and retaining his title, leaving the Chicago crowd on their feet. Conclusion Chicago has undoubtedly been a city that WWE holds dear to its heart. From historic WrestleMania moments to incredible championship victories, the Windy City has witnessed some of wrestling’s most memorable events. Whether it’s at the Rosemont Horizon or the Allstate Arena, whenever WWE comes to town, Chicago fans are guaranteed an unforgettable experience.
