WWE Announces Ticket Information for SummerSlam 2026

Two-day combo tickets for the annual summer event go on sale May 1 for the first stadium show in Minneapolis.

Apr. 15, 2026 at 1:36pm

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WWE has announced that two-day combo tickets for SummerSlam 2026 will go on sale starting Friday, May 1 at 9 a.m. ET (10 a.m. CT) via Ticketmaster. The 'Biggest Party of the Summer' will take place over two nights on Saturday, August 1 and Sunday, August 2 at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, marking the first time WWE will host a stadium event in the city.

Why it matters

SummerSlam is one of WWE's biggest annual events, and hosting it in a major stadium like U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis will allow the company to accommodate more fans and deliver an even more spectacular show. This is also the first time WWE will hold a Premium Live Event in Minneapolis since 2019, further expanding the company's reach and fanbase in the region.

The details

Fans can now register for presale opportunities, with a general presale starting on April 30 and an exclusive presale for Chase Freedom card members running from April 29 to April 30. SummerSlam Priority Passes are also available through On Location, WWE's official fan hospitality partner. There is also speculation that this SummerSlam could feature the retirement match of Brock Lesnar, who is from Minneapolis.

  • Tickets for the two-day SummerSlam 2026 event will go on sale on Friday, May 1 at 9 a.m. ET (10 a.m. CT).
  • The general presale will begin on Thursday, April 30 at 9 a.m. ET (10 a.m. CT) and last until midnight central time.
  • An exclusive presale for Chase Freedom card members will run from Wednesday, April 29 at 9 a.m. ET (10 a.m. CT) through Thursday, April 30 at midnight central time.

The players

WWE

The professional wrestling promotion that is hosting SummerSlam 2026.

Minnesota Sports and Events (MNSE)

The organization partnering with WWE to host SummerSlam 2026 at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis.

Wendy Blackshaw

The President and CEO of MNSE, who expressed excitement about bringing SummerSlam to Minneapolis.

Brock Lesnar

A multi-time WWE world champion who is rumored to be wrestling his retirement match at SummerSlam 2026, as he is from Minneapolis.

Cody Rhodes

The wrestler who won the WWE Championship from John Cena at the previous year's SummerSlam event.

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What they’re saying

“'SummerSlam coming to U.S. Bank Stadium marks a major moment for Minneapolis and for our state as a whole. This is a truly global event, and we're excited to welcome fans from across the country and around the world while showcasing Minnesota as a premier destination for world-class sports and entertainment. We encourage fans to secure their tickets early for what will be an incredible weekend.'”

— Wendy Blackshaw, President and CEO of MNSE

What’s next

Fans can now register for SummerSlam 2026 presale opportunities, with the general presale starting on April 30 and an exclusive presale for Chase Freedom card members running from April 29 to April 30. SummerSlam Priority Passes are also available through On Location, WWE's official fan hospitality partner.

The takeaway

SummerSlam 2026 represents a major milestone for WWE and the city of Minneapolis, as it will be the first time the company hosts a stadium event in the city. The two-night event is expected to draw fans from across the country and around the world, showcasing Minnesota as a premier destination for sports and entertainment.