WWE Bringing NXT Live to Johnstown

First NXT event in Johnstown in 8 years to feature current champions Joe Hendry and Tatum Paxley

Apr. 1, 2026 at 3:08pm

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WWE is bringing its NXT brand to Johnstown, Pennsylvania for a live event at the 1st Summit Arena at the Johnstown War Memorial on Sunday, May 17. The event will feature current NXT Champion Joe Hendry and Women's North American Champion Tatum Paxley, along with other NXT superstars. In addition to the live show, 60 fans will be able to purchase tickets for an exclusive pre-show Q&A and ringside photo opportunities.

Why it matters

This will be the first NXT event held in Johnstown in 8 years, providing local wrestling fans a rare opportunity to see the up-and-coming stars of WWE's developmental brand perform live. The event is expected to draw a large crowd and generate excitement in the community.

The details

The NXT Live event in Johnstown will take place on Sunday, May 17 at 7 p.m. at the 1st Summit Arena. In addition to the main event, 60 fans will be able to purchase tickets for an exclusive pre-show Q&A session and ringside photo opportunities with select NXT superstars. The current champions scheduled to appear are NXT Champion Joe Hendry and Women's North American Champion Tatum Paxley, though the card is subject to change prior to the event.

  • The NXT Live event in Johnstown will take place on Sunday, May 17, 2026 at 7 p.m.
  • The last NXT event in Johnstown was 8 years ago.

The players

Joe Hendry

The current NXT Champion, Hendry is one of the top stars in WWE's developmental brand.

Tatum Paxley

The current NXT Women's North American Champion, Paxley is a rising star in the women's division.

1st Summit Arena at the Johnstown War Memorial

The venue hosting the NXT Live event in Johnstown, Pennsylvania.

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What’s next

Tickets for the NXT Live event in Johnstown go on sale to the general public on April 15, 2026.

The takeaway

This NXT Live event in Johnstown represents a rare opportunity for local wrestling fans to see the future stars of WWE perform live in their community. The event is expected to generate significant excitement and interest, further cementing the popularity of professional wrestling in the region.