Las Vegas Venues Allowed to Host WrestleMania 42 Watch Parties

Blackout lifted after initial plans to restrict local viewing

Mar. 14, 2026 at 4:12am

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According to a report from Fightful Select, the previously planned local blackout for WrestleMania 42 watch parties in Las Vegas has been lifted. Multiple establishments within a 50-mile radius of Allegiant Stadium had been notified of a forced blackout, but that decision has now been reversed, allowing licensed venues to broadcast the two-night event.

Why it matters

The decision to lift the blackout is seen as an effort to boost ticket sales for the big WrestleMania event, as well as generate economic benefits across the Las Vegas area beyond just the stadium itself. This will allow more fans to watch the show locally rather than having to attend in person.

The details

Fightful reports that late this week, sources indicated there was growing momentum allowing licensed venues to host WrestleMania 42 watch parties. By Friday, Circa Las Vegas' Stadium Swim announced the blackout was removed, enabling establishments that license WWE Premium Live Events through Joe Hand Promotions to broadcast the show.

  • WrestleMania 42 takes place on Saturday, April 18 and Sunday, April 19, 2026.

The players

Fightful Select

A wrestling news and reporting outlet that broke the story about the WrestleMania 42 watch party blackout being lifted in Las Vegas.

Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority Board of Directors

The organization that agreed to pay a site fee to bring WrestleMania 42 to Las Vegas, with the expectation that the event would generate economic benefits across the city.

Circa Las Vegas

A Las Vegas hotel and casino that operates the Stadium Swim venue, which announced it would be able to host WrestleMania 42 watch parties after the blackout was lifted.

Joe Hand Promotions

A company that licenses WWE Premium Live Events to establishments, enabling them to broadcast the shows.

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What’s next

With the blackout lifted, local establishments in Las Vegas can now begin promoting and planning their WrestleMania 42 watch party events, which could help drive more fan engagement and economic activity around the big WWE event.

The takeaway

The decision to lift the WrestleMania 42 watch party blackout in Las Vegas reflects an effort to maximize the economic benefits of hosting the event, beyond just ticket sales for the main shows at Allegiant Stadium. This move allows more fans to experience the excitement of WrestleMania locally, while also potentially boosting business for area establishments.