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New Orleans Loses WrestleMania 42
- World Wrestling Entertainment canceled WrestleMania 42, originally scheduled for April 11–12, 2026, in New Orleans at the Caesars Superdome.
- The cancellation followed recent corporate changes and a new WWE leadership decision to relocate WrestleMania to Las Vegas to evaluate fan response.
- Despite losing WrestleMania, New Orleans secured a multi-year agreement to host UFC 318 in July 2025 and WWE's Money in the Bank in 2026 as part of expanded partnerships.
- WrestleMania 41 in Las Vegas drew 124,693 fans and set company record gate revenue, while WrestleMania 34 in New Orleans had a $175 million economic impact with 75% out-of-town attendees.
- Local officials noted the cancellation leaves a significant gap in New Orleans' hospitality calendar but continue working with WWE and TKO to bring future events to the city.
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