WWE first announced the two-night show would be returning to New Orleans during the Feb. 21 episode of SmackDown, with Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson himself confirming the event would take place on April 11 and 12, 2026.

In a wild and unexpected shakeup to upcoming WWE events, New Orleans and the WWE have confirmed that WrestleMania 42 will not take place in the city. While a new location has not officially been announced, multiple outlets have reported that there's an intention to bring WrestleMania back to Las Vegas for the second year in a row.

Dave Meltzer outlines the two issues WWE is facing while trying to host WrestleMania in Las Vegas for a second year in a row.

WWE has announced that the 2026 edition of Money in the Bank will take place in New Orleans on Aug. 29. The event's scheduling comes after WrestleMania 42 was relocated, opening the door for New Orleans to host one of WWE’s marquee shows.

Wrestling Observer Radio’s Bryan Alvarez thinks the Anarchy in the Arena match at AEW Double or Nothing will “probably end up 7 on 7.” This includes Gabe Kidd joining the heel side, and either Eddie Kingston or HOOK joining the babyfaces.

Reasons behind the shocking news of WrestleMania 42 reportedly changing venues from New Orleans, as announced by the Rock, to Las Vegas, which hosted this year.

Former WWE host Jonathan Coachman didn't hold back his frustration after the controversial venue change of WrestleMania 42 from New Orleans to Las Vegas.

WrestleMania 42 has changed location, a decision WWE fans don't think Vince McMahon would have made if he were still in charge.