WrestleMania 42: The Rock's Big Announcement, Date, Venue & Where to Watch

The Rock showed up on WWE Smackdown and made a huge announcement. The Final Boss confirmed the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans to be the venue for WrestleMania 42. On the 11th and the 12th of April in 2026, Mania will take place on Saturday and Sunday respectively. The tickets for the event are not out for sale yet and could be out soon.

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Major details of WrestleMania 42

The Rock returned to WWE Smackdown and received a grand welcome. The Final Boss spoke to the fans in New Orleans and felt great to be back. As he went for his catchphrase 'Finally..", the fans continued and chanted, "The Rock has come back to New Orleans." The People's Champ gave props to the fans who chanted it.

He then went on to add that WrestleMania will be returning to New Orleans. As soon as his announcement, the graphics for WrestleMania 42 came out on the big screen. WWE officially announced the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans as the venue for Mania 2026. Fans went crazy and let out loud cheers to celebrate the announcement.

When, where, and how to watch WrestleMania 42?

As per The Rock's announcement, WrestleMania 42 will take place at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans. The dates for WrestleMania 42 are the 11th and the 12th of April (Saturday and Sunday) respectively. In the USA, Peacock is likely to broadcast the event while Netflix could be the official streaming partner. In India, Sony Sports Network could broadcast the event while Netflix could be the official streaming partner.

The Caesars Superdome in New Orleans will be hosting the third WrestleMania in 12 years. In 2014, the stadium hosted Mania which witnessed some big moments like Brock Lesnar ending The Undertaker's WrestleMania streak, Daniel Bryan beating Randy Orton and Batista to win the world title, and so on. Likewise, in 2018, Caesars Superdome in New Orleans hosted the event yet again.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. When is WrestleMania 42 set to take place? 

The dates for WrestleMania 42 are the 11th and the 12th of April (Saturday and Sunday) respectively.

2. Where is WrestleMania 42 set to happen? 

The Caesars Superdome in New Orleans is set to be the venue for the WrestleMania 42.

3. How can I watch WrestleMania 42 live? 

In the USA, Peacock is likely to broadcast the event while Netflix could be the official streaming partner. In India, Sony Sports Network could broadcast the event while Netflix could be the official streaming partner.

4. Where can I buy tickets for WrestleMania 42?

The tickets for the WrestleMania 42 in New Orleans are not up for sale yet.

5. Who announced the official dates of WrestleMania 42?

The Rock showed up on WWE Smackdown and confirmed the official dates of WrestleMania 42.