The question on every wrestling fan’s mind is clear: What time does WrestleMania 42 start? The answer is that Night 1 will begin at 6 p.m. ET on April 18, 2026, with a pre-show starting at 3 p.m. ET.
This exciting event will take place at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, a venue that has hosted numerous high-profile events, including NFL games.
WrestleMania is known as the biggest wrestling weekend of the year, and this year’s event promises to be no different. The main event features Cody Rhodes defending the Undisputed WWE Championship against Randy Orton. Fans are eager to see how this long-standing rivalry unfolds.
But that’s not all. The women’s division will also shine bright with Stephanie Vaquer defending her Women’s World Championship against Liv Morgan. Additionally, wrestling fans can look forward to an intense match between Jacob Fatu and Drew McIntyre, which is set to be an Unsanctioned match.
The first hour of WrestleMania 42 will be simulcast live on ESPN2, allowing even more fans to tune in. For those who prefer streaming, the event will also be available on ESPN Unlimited.
The second night of WrestleMania will follow closely behind on April 19, 2026, also kicking off at 6 p.m. ET. Similar to Night 1, a pre-show will start at 3 p.m. ET.
This year’s lineup includes other exciting matches such as A.J. Lee defending the WWE Women’s Intercontinental Championship against Becky Lynch, and a title defense by Nia Jax and Lash Legend for the WWE Women’s Tag Team Championship.
The anticipation builds as we await these thrilling matchups. Wrestling fans are gearing up for a weekend filled with excitement and drama.
Details remain unconfirmed.
This WrestleMania promises unforgettable moments—mark your calendars!
