What time does WrestleMania 42 start? The answer is straightforward—Night 1 kicks off at 6 p.m. ET on April 18, 2026. The pre-show? That begins three hours earlier, at 3 p.m. ET.
Taking place at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, this two-night extravaganza promises to be a highlight of the wrestling calendar. Night 2 follows on April 19, also starting at 6 p.m. ET, with a pre-show at the same time as Night 1.
The stakes are high this year. Cody Rhodes defends the Undisputed WWE Championship against none other than Randy Orton—a match that fans have eagerly anticipated. It’s not just about the men; Stephanie Vaquer will also be defending her Women’s World Championship against Liv Morgan.
AJ Lee faces Becky Lynch for the WWE Women’s Intercontinental Championship, while Nia Jax and Lash Legend will put their WWE Women’s Tag Team Championship on the line. And let’s not overlook Jacob Fatu vs. Drew McIntyre in an Unsanctioned match—definitely a bout worth watching.
The first hour of WrestleMania 42 will be simulcast live on ESPN2, making it more accessible for fans who want to catch the action as it unfolds. For those looking to stream it, WrestleMania will be available on ESPN Unlimited.
Yet, despite all these exciting matchups and start times, some details remain unconfirmed. How will ticket sales perform? What surprises might WWE have in store for fans? Only time will tell.
This year’s WrestleMania is shaping up to be another monumental event in WWE history—one that wrestling fans won’t want to miss.
