WrestleMania 42 was originally announced by WWE for April 11–12, 2026, at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana:
WWE’s official announcement regarding WrestleMania 42 in New Orleans, LA
However, NoDQ later reported that the event would not take place in New Orleans despite WWE’s announcement:
WrestleMania 42 reportedly not taking place in New Orleans despite WWE’s announcement
The show was instead moved to Las Vegas, and Allegiant Stadium was confirmed as the new venue with new dates of April 18–19, 2026:
WWE announces official details regarding WrestleMania 42 in Las Vegas, NV
Before finalizing Las Vegas, NoDQ noted that WWE had two logistical issues to resolve — a concert scheduled at Allegiant Stadium around the same time, and limited availability at the Las Vegas Convention Center:
Update on the status of WWE WrestleMania 42 potentially taking place in Las Vegas, NV
There are reportedly two issues with WWE running WrestleMania 42 in Las Vegas that need to be worked out
WWE also announced a full WrestleMania Week lineup in Las Vegas, including Raw, SmackDown, NXT Stand & Deliver, community events, WWE World, and On Location hospitality packages:
WWE announces official details regarding WrestleMania 42 in Las Vegas, NV
A poker-themed promotional trailer was released for WrestleMania 42, featuring Cody Rhodes, Roman Reigns, CM Punk, and Brock Lesnar, with Triple H narrating and Paul Heyman observing:
WWE cryptic teaser videos revealed as the official trailer for WrestleMania 42
Triple H also publicly addressed the move from New Orleans to Las Vegas, saying Las Vegas is built for large-scale events while still expressing respect for New Orleans:
Triple H addresses WWE’s decision to move WrestleMania 42 from New Orleans to Las Vegas
NoDQ additionally reported several talent-related updates. AJ Styles said he plans to retire in 2026 but will “probably” appear at WrestleMania 42:
AJ Styles plans to definitely retire in 2026 but will “probably” be at WrestleMania 42
Seth Rollins’ status remains uncertain due to upcoming shoulder surgery:
Seth Rollins could be missing WWE WrestleMania 42 depending on the damage to his shoulder
Kevin Owens is unlikely to return in 2025 and may struggle to be ready for WrestleMania 42:
Kevin Owens not expected to make his WWE return in 2025 and could miss WrestleMania 42
In addition, musician Post Malone publicly said he wants to face Seth Rollins at WrestleMania 42:
Music star Post Malone wants to face Seth Rollins at WWE WrestleMania 42