In a move that blends nostalgia with modern-day spectacle, All Elite Wrestling (AEW) has officially announced its long-rumored residency at Philadelphia’s legendary 2300 Arena — the hallowed ground once known as the ECW Arena. Tickets for the multi-show residency will go on sale Thursday, July 24 at 10 AM ET through Etix.com and AEWTix.com.
This stretch of shows, spanning from Wednesday, August 27 through Thursday, September 11, marks a monumental step for AEW as it leans into intimate, high-energy venues that shaped professional wrestling’s counterculture. The run will include flagship shows AEW Dynamite and AEW Collision, as well as a rebooked edition of Ring of Honor’s Death Before Dishonor — now officially set for Friday, August 29, moved up a week from its original September 5 date.
The Full Schedule:
- Wednesday, August 27: AEW Dynamite
- Friday, August 29: ROH Death Before Dishonor
- Saturday, August 30: AEW Collision
- Wednesday, September 3: AEW Dynamite
- Saturday, September 6: AEW Collision
- Wednesday, September 10: AEW Dynamite
- Thursday, September 11: Special Taping of AEW Collision
Fans eager for early access to tickets can register as an AEW Insider at allelitewrestling.com/aew-insider, unlocking exclusive presale opportunities.
Why This Matters: A Return to Wrestling’s Spiritual Home
The 2300 Arena is no ordinary building. Nestled in the heart of South Philadelphia, the venue is synonymous with wrestling revolution. It was the heartbeat of Extreme Championship Wrestling during the 1990s, where Paul Heyman’s renegade promotion gave rise to a gritty, emotionally charged style that challenged the mainstream.
Tony Khan has never shied away from expressing his admiration for ECW and its legacy — and this residency feels like a full-circle tribute. In many ways, AEW itself was born from the same underdog spirit: a refusal to conform, a dedication to in-ring storytelling, and a belief in the passion of its audience.
Now, AEW will bring that same fire back to the arena that helped redefine what pro wrestling could be.
“This residency is personal for Tony Khan,” said a source close to AEW management. “It’s a celebration of where wrestling has been and where it’s going — and no venue carries more emotional weight for fans and wrestlers alike than the ECW Arena.”
Spotlight on Ring of Honor: Death Before Dishonor Gets New Life
ROH’s Death Before Dishonor, originally set for early September, has been bumped up to Friday, August 29, and will now serve as the first major event of the residency. With Ring of Honor slowly regaining momentum under Khan’s leadership, the event promises a blend of technical excellence and emotional stakes — hallmarks of the brand’s storied legacy.
This rebooking also strategically places the ROH show between two AEW broadcast tapings, creating a weekend-long wrestling festival at the 2300 Arena.
Expect to see top-tier names from both AEW and ROH: stars like Samoa Joe, Kyle Fletcher, Wheeler Yuta, and Athena, who’ve helped carry the ROH banner through its most recent chapter.
A Statement of Intent: More Than Just TV Tapings
AEW’s decision to hunker down in Philly isn’t just about convenience — it’s a clear creative choice. By embracing a single, intimate venue across multiple events, AEW can cultivate deeper storylines and allow wrestlers to work in front of a red-hot, loyal fan base.
The 2300 Arena offers something few modern venues can: proximity. Fans are practically on top of the ring, and the audio-visual atmosphere captures every slap, scream, and steel chair crash with visceral clarity.
For AEW talent like Jon Moxley, Swerve Strickland, and Eddie Kingston — all of whom have performed in similar venues throughout their careers — this residency will feel less like a road show and more like a homecoming.
Looking Ahead: Can AEW Make History Again?
As AEW continues to navigate the post-pandemic wrestling landscape, this residency is a sign of strategic adaptability. Rather than chase massive arenas that might look empty on TV, AEW is doubling down on passionate cities and iconic venues — and Philly tops that list.
Much like ECW before it, AEW thrives on atmosphere. And from August 27 to September 11, the 2300 Arena will be electric.
Expect surprises. Expect violence. Expect emotion.
And most importantly, expect magic.
Tickets for all events go on sale Thursday, July 24 at 10 AM ET via Etix.com and AEWTix.com. Don’t miss your chance to be part of history — again.
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