WrestleMania Returns to Las Vegas for Epic Two-Day Event

Allegiant Stadium hosts WWE's biggest annual spectacle with celebrity appearances and live broadcast on ESPN

Apr. 18, 2026 at 7:06pm

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting a chaotic wrestling match, with overlapping planes of color and movement capturing the raw energy and drama of the event.WrestleMania's return to the Las Vegas Strip promises an explosive, larger-than-life spectacle that will captivate fans around the world.Las Vegas Today

This weekend, the year's biggest wrestling event, WrestleMania 42, returns to the Las Vegas Strip. Allegiant Stadium will host a two-day extravaganza featuring the biggest stars in World Wrestling Entertainment, including marquee celebrity involvement from figures like Jelly Roll, IShowSpeed, and Pat McAfee. The event will air live on ESPN for the first time ever.

Why it matters

WrestleMania is WWE's flagship annual event, drawing massive crowds and global viewership. Las Vegas hosting the spectacle is a major coup for the city, which is looking to cement its status as a premier destination for major sporting and entertainment events. The live ESPN broadcast also represents a significant media partnership for WWE, expanding the reach of its premier product.

The details

The WrestleMania weekend kicks off on Friday, April 17 with Friday Night SmackDown at T-Mobile Arena and the 2026 Hall of Fame induction ceremony at Dolby Live. The main WrestleMania events take place on Saturday, April 18 and Sunday, April 19 at Allegiant Stadium, with a pre-show countdown panel starting at 12 p.m. each day. The Saturday and Sunday shows begin at 2:30 p.m. and typically last 4-5 hours. For the first time, the entire event will air live on ESPN, with the first hour on ESPN2, the rest on ESPN Unlimited, and international coverage on Netflix.

  • The WrestleMania weekend kicks off on Friday, April 17 with Friday Night SmackDown at 4:30 p.m. and the Hall of Fame induction ceremony at 9:00 p.m.
  • WrestleMania night one is on Saturday, April 18 starting at 2:30 p.m.
  • WrestleMania night two is on Sunday, April 19 starting at 2:30 p.m.
  • Raw after WrestleMania is on Monday, April 21 at 4:30 p.m. at the T-Mobile Arena.

The players

Allegiant Stadium

The home stadium of the NFL's Las Vegas Raiders, which will host the two-day WrestleMania event.

World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE)

The professional wrestling promotion that produces the annual WrestleMania spectacle, featuring its biggest stars and storylines.

Jelly Roll

A musician and entertainer who will be prominently involved in some of the WrestleMania matches.

IShowSpeed

A popular online personality who will also participate in WrestleMania events.

Pat McAfee

A former NFL player who has become a prominent WWE personality and will be part of WrestleMania.

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What they’re saying

“WrestleMania is always the biggest event of the year for WWE, and bringing it to Las Vegas is going to be an incredible spectacle.”

— Stephanie McMahon, WWE Chief Brand Officer

“Fans are in for an unforgettable weekend of action, entertainment, and celebrity appearances at WrestleMania in Las Vegas.”

— Triple H, WWE Executive Vice President of Global Talent Strategy & Development

What’s next

Tickets for WrestleMania 42 in Las Vegas are still available through the Allegiant Stadium box office and authorized ticket resellers. Fans are encouraged to plan their transportation and familiarize themselves with the stadium's bag policy ahead of the event.

The takeaway

WrestleMania's return to Las Vegas represents a major coup for the city, which continues to establish itself as a premier destination for high-profile sporting and entertainment events. The live ESPN broadcast will also significantly expand the global reach of WWE's flagship annual spectacle.