Fans Outraged Over $500 Tomahawk Steak at WrestleMania 42

Attendees blast the exorbitant price for a single cut of meat at the high-profile wrestling event.

Apr. 19, 2026 at 9:18pm

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A photo of a $500 tomahawk steak being sold at WrestleMania 42 in Las Vegas has gone viral on social media, sparking outrage from fans who claim the price is an outrageous ripoff. Many commented that the same quality steak could be purchased and prepared at home for a fraction of the cost charged at the event.

Why it matters

The high price of the tomahawk steak reflects the premium costs associated with attending major live events like WrestleMania, where fans are often subject to inflated concession and merchandise prices. This backlash highlights the growing frustration among attendees over the affordability of enjoying these spectacles in person.

The details

According to the social media post, a single tomahawk steak at WrestleMania 42 was priced at $500. Fans quickly condemned the exorbitant cost, noting that the same quality cut of meat could be purchased and prepared at home for under $60 with minimal additional cooking expenses. Many described the steak as looking like a "baseball bat wrapped in fat" and accused the venue of "fleecing" attendees.

  • WrestleMania 42 took place on April 19, 2026 at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Nevada.

The players

WrestleMania 42

The 42nd annual professional wrestling pay-per-view event produced by WWE.

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What they’re saying

“Gtfoh. For that $500 you can buy 25% of a whole beef. This is absurd!!!”

— omauma

“You can get that same quality piece of Tomahawk delivered to you for less than $60, 5 minute YouTube video on how to cook & prep maybe another $5 in ingredients and cooking costs… Won't take more than an hour. $500 is outrageous.”

— tylertalks

“Oh hell naw 😂. I would go to Whole Foods and buy a steak, cook it, and sneak it in before I pay that. If you got it thought, f**k it, spend it ha ha. It does look good though.”

— J/O Shotz

What’s next

Night 2 of WrestleMania 42 will feature the highly anticipated World Heavyweight Championship match between CM Punk and Roman Reigns.

The takeaway

The controversy over the $500 tomahawk steak at WrestleMania 42 highlights the broader issue of affordability at major live events, where fans are often subject to inflated concession and merchandise prices that price out many attendees. This backlash reflects a growing sentiment that the costs associated with enjoying these spectacles in person have become increasingly prohibitive for the average fan.