New Orleans Emerges As Leading Candidate For WWE WrestleMania 42 in 2026

One Big Thing

New Orleans is the current frontrunner to host WWE WrestleMania 42 in 2026, according to local sources and internal WWE discussions reported by PWInsider Elite.

Key Details

• Local discussions in Louisiana point to New Orleans as the likely host city
• WWE has been internally discussing New Orleans as a potential location for the past month
• The event would return to the Mercedes-Benz Superdome, which previously hosted WrestleMania 34 in 2018
• Indianapolis is being considered for WrestleMania 43 in 2027

By The Numbers

• WrestleMania 41 (2025) will take place in Las Vegas
• WrestleMania 42 (2026) location pending official announcement
• New Orleans last hosted WrestleMania in 2018

Why It Matters

The selection of New Orleans would mark the city’s third WrestleMania, solidifying its status as a major WWE event destination. The city’s proven track record in hosting large-scale events and its tourist-friendly infrastructure make it an attractive choice for WWE’s biggest show of the year.

Looking Ahead

• Indianapolis will host Royal Rumble 2025 at Lucas Oil Stadium
• The city has secured rights to future SummerSlam and WrestleMania events
• SummerSlam in Indianapolis will be a two-night event

Historical Context

WrestleMania 34 in New Orleans featured:

• Brock Lesnar retaining the Universal Championship against Roman Reigns
• Ronda Rousey’s first WWE appearance alongside The Rock
• A memorable confrontation with Triple H and Stephanie McMahon

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