All Elite Wrestling (AEW) has officially scheduled its third annual WrestleDream pay-per-view event for October 18, 2025, to be held at St. Louis’s Chaifetz Arena. This marks the first time WrestleDream will take place outside of Washington state—a major step forward in AEW’s national expansion. Tickets for the event will go on sale beginning July 28.
WrestleDream has quickly become one of AEW’s marquee events. The inaugural show took place in October 2023 at Seattle’s Climate Pledge Arena, followed by a second edition in 2024 at Tacoma Dome. Both were held in honor of New Japan Pro-Wrestling founder Antonio Inoki, whom AEW CEO Tony Khan has referred to as “wrestling’s greatest dreamer.” The 2025 event maintains that legacy while broadening AEW’s geographic reach.
The choice of Chaifetz Arena is strategic. AEW previously hosted its Dynasty pay-per-view at the venue in April 2024, indicating strong fan engagement and successful operations in St. Louis. By returning to the city, AEW signals confidence in the local market and its ability to draw large live audiences.
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AEW’s decision to move WrestleDream beyond its Pacific Northwest roots reflects Tony Khan’s broader ambition to grow AEW’s presence nationally. This shift comes on the heels of other recent location changes for signature events, such as the first-ever stadium-based All In in Arlington, Texas, in July and an international Forbidden Door event in London.
June’s announcement, first published through AEW’s official channels and confirmed by local business media, confirms that WrestleDream will take place at Chaifetz Arena on October 18, with tickets available from July 28.
Throughout October, WrestleDream is expected to feature high-profile matchups with AEW’s top talent, potentially including cross-promotional appearances reflective of AEW’s continued partnership with New Japan Pro-Wrestling.
As AEW’s fan base matures and its programming evolves, WrestleDream 2025 will test the company’s ability to expand its flagship events beyond established territories without compromising quality or appeal. With St. Louis as its new host city, WrestleDream is positioned to become a diverse showcase of AEW’s growing national footprint.
Fans and analysts alike will be watching closely to see how this shift impacts AEW’s growth, fan engagement, and future scheduling strategy. WrestleDream’s move to St. Louis underscores AEW’s commitment to evolving its brand and competing on a national stage.