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WrestleMania 42 Relocated from New Orleans as WWE Adjusts Event Strategy

The flagship WWE event will no longer take place in New Orleans in 2026, with the city securing UFC 318 and Money in the Bank under a multi-year agreement.

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - APRIL 20: Digital screens display WrestleMania logos during the Undisputed WWE Championship match between John Cena and Cody Rhodes during WrestleMania 41 at Allegiant Stadium on April 20, 2025 in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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Overview

  • The Greater New Orleans Sports Foundation confirmed that WrestleMania 42 will not be held in New Orleans as originally scheduled for April 2026.
  • The relocation is part of a broader multi-event agreement between TKO Group Holdings, WWE, and New Orleans stakeholders.
  • New Orleans will host UFC 318 on July 19, 2025, and WWE's Money in the Bank event in 2026 as part of the new partnership.
  • The new host city and dates for WrestleMania 42 have not yet been announced, with future plans still under development.
  • This decision reflects WWE's evolving event planning strategy, focusing on financial incentives, fan experience, and logistical considerations.