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WrestleMania 42 returns to Allegiant Stadium in Paradise, Nevada on Saturday, April 18 and Sunday, April 19, 2026, marking the second consecutive year that The Showcase of the Immortals will emanate from the Sports and Entertainment Capital of the World. With the card shaping up to be one of the most stacked in recent memory, international fans are already making travel plans to be part of what could be a historic two-night event.
Here's everything you need to know heading into WrestleMania weekend — the matches, the logistics, and the practical tips that will make or break your Vegas experience.
The headline match writing itself since the Royal Rumble is CM Punk vs. Roman Reigns for the World Heavyweight Championship. Reigns won the 2026 Royal Rumble in Saudi Arabia, outlasting 29 other Superstars before appearing on the following episode of Raw to confront the champion. What followed was one of the most intense verbal exchanges in recent WWE television — Punk reminding Reigns that he was the one who brought The Shield to the main roster in 2012, Reigns firing back that Punk's departure and public criticisms of the company over a decade ago made his own career harder. Reigns declared he's always hated Punk and will prove it at WrestleMania.
This is the singles match between these two that fans have wanted for years but never thought they'd get. Their paths have crossed — at Survivor Series: WarGames and in a triple threat at WrestleMania 41 — but they've never gone one-on-one on the grandest stage. The personal animosity, both real and scripted, gives this feud a layer of authenticity that's rare even by WWE's current standards. If Punk retains through Elimination Chamber in Chicago on February 28, this match is set to headline the biggest show of the year.
Meanwhile, Liv Morgan won the women's Royal Rumble, earning her championship match at WrestleMania 42. With Stephanie Vaquer holding the SmackDown Women's Championship, that matchup is widely expected to take shape in the coming weeks.
The men's and women's Elimination Chamber matches on February 28 at the United Center in Chicago will determine who challenges for the remaining world titles at WrestleMania. The men's Chamber winner will face Drew McIntyre for the Undisputed WWE Championship — with names like Jacob Fatu, Cody Rhodes, Randy Orton, and LA Knight all in the mix for Chamber spots. On the women's side, Rhea Ripley and Tiffany Stratton have already qualified, with several more qualifying matches to come.
Beyond the confirmed and rumoured title matches, the WrestleMania 42 card is expected to feature several marquee bouts. Speculation continues around Becky Lynch vs. AJ Lee after their feud intensified heading into Elimination Chamber, a potential Bron Breakker vs. Seth Rollins showdown if Rollins returns from injury in time, and Gunther vs. Randy Orton as a continuation of the career-killer narrative. The Usos are also expected to defend the Raw Tag Team Titles in a high-profile match, with the Lucha Brothers (Penta and Rey Fenix reunited) emerging as the rumoured opponents.
Veteran fans already know this, but for anyone making the trip for the first time: WrestleMania week in Las Vegas is a full-scale wrestling festival. Beyond the two-night main event at Allegiant Stadium, there are currently over 40 independent wrestling events scheduled across the city during WrestleMania week.
WrestleCon returns to the Horseshoe on the Las Vegas Strip with multiple days of live events, signings, and panels. Dragongate, GCW, Pro Wrestling Unplugged, Major League Pro Wrestling, and dozens more independent promotions have already announced shows. The WWE Hall of Fame ceremony, Raw after WrestleMania, NXT, and SmackDown tapings will also take place throughout the week.
Steve Austin has been confirmed as heading to Las Vegas for WrestleMania 42 weekend, and more legends, appearances, and surprises will be announced in the weeks ahead. For international fans, this is the appeal — you're not just buying tickets to a wrestling show, you're buying into a week-long experience that you simply can't replicate anywhere else.
For the first time, WrestleMania will livestream on ESPN in the United States (via ESPN Unlimited), following the shift from Peacock. Internationally, the event streams on Netflix across most markets including the UK, Australia, Canada, and much of Europe, Asia, and Latin America. Additional broadcast partners include the WWE Network in Germany, Austria, Italy, and Switzerland, SuperSport in Sub-Saharan Africa, and Abema in Japan.
Both nights are scheduled to begin at 7:00 PM ET / 4:00 PM PT.
Thousands of wrestling fans travel from outside the United States for WrestleMania every year, and Las Vegas is one of the most accessible host cities for international visitors. Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) has direct flights from London, Tokyo, Seoul, Sydney, Toronto, Mexico City, and dozens of other international hubs.
A few things worth planning for:
Accommodation books fast. WrestleMania week coincides with enormous demand on the Strip and surrounding hotels. If you haven't booked yet, do it now. Properties near Allegiant Stadium — particularly along the south end of the Strip — offer the shortest commute to the venue. The stadium is also accessible via the Las Vegas Monorail and rideshare services, though expect surge pricing on event nights.
The desert heat is real. Mid-April in Las Vegas means daytime temperatures around 80–85°F (27–29°C). If you're coming from a cooler climate, pack accordingly and stay hydrated, especially if you're spending time outdoors at WrestleCon events or walking the Strip.
Get your phone sorted before you fly. This is the one that catches most international travellers off guard. US roaming charges from overseas carriers are notoriously expensive, and you'll need reliable data throughout WrestleMania week — for navigation, rideshare apps, checking event schedules, staying active on social media, and coordinating with other fans.
The simplest solution is a travel eSIM. Providers like BazTel offer US data plans starting from $2, with 4G/5G coverage and instant activation. You buy a plan online before your flight, scan a QR code, and your phone connects the moment you land at Harry Reid. There's no physical SIM card to swap and your regular number stays active for calls and texts. For a week-long trip, you'll spend a fraction of what roaming would cost, and you'll have the reliable data you need to navigate a city where everything — from Uber to mobile tickets to last-minute indie show announcements on social media — runs through your phone.
Bring your portable charger. WrestleMania is a four-plus hour show each night, and you'll be using your phone constantly. A dead battery at Allegiant Stadium is not where you want to be.
Before we get to Vegas, there's the matter of Elimination Chamber on February 28 in Chicago. CM Punk defends the World Heavyweight Championship against Finn Balor, Becky Lynch puts her Women's Intercontinental Title on the line against AJ Lee in what could be one of the most emotionally charged matches of the year, and the men's and women's Chamber matches will determine who earns the remaining WrestleMania title shots.
Chicago is going to be electric. The Elimination Chamber card has the potential to reshape the entire WrestleMania landscape in a single night, and with Punk defending in his hometown, anything can happen.
WrestleMania 42 streams live on ESPN (US) and Netflix (international) on April 18 and 19. Individual event tickets are available at Ticketmaster.com. Priority Pass packages with premium seating and Superstar experiences are available through On Location.
The road to WrestleMania is officially in full gear. See you in Vegas.
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