WrestleMania Expands: Saudi Arabia to Host the Event in 2027
The prestigious WrestleMania, the pinnacle event of professional wrestling, will break geographical barriers in 2027 by being held for the first time outside of North America. The chosen destination is Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, as part of the “Riyadh Season” initiative.Since its inception in 1985, WrestleMania has been an exclusive event for North American cities. This change represents a significant milestone in the history of wrestling.
The official announcement comes after confirmation from Turki Alalshikh, chairman of the General Entertainment Authority of Saudi Arabia, who revealed the news through a Snapchat video.This is an opportunity to show the world that WWE is a global brand that reaches every corner of the world and excites fans from all over.
Paul “Triple H” Levesque
WWE has been holding events in Saudi Arabia since 2018, as part of a millionaire agreement that guarantees the realization of multiple shows in the country. The next WWE Royal Rumble event in 2025 will be the first of the “Big Four” events in Saudi Arabia. Meanwhile, WrestleMania 42 will take place at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas on April 18 and 19, 2026, marking the second consecutive time that Las Vegas hosts the event.WrestleMania is already the most important date on the wrestling calendar, and this announcement marks a significant moment in our partnership with WWE. Our vision is to elevate this iconic event to unprecedented heights and deliver a WrestleMania like no other the world has seen.
Turki Alalshikh
