In the world of professional wrestling, WrestleMania is not just another event—it’s the crown jewel of WWE’s calendar and a cultural phenomenon. So when Louisiana fans learned that WrestleMania 42 was officially canceled in New Orleans, many were understandably upset, especially since the city has previously hosted the event with enormous success.
Replacing WrestleMania 42 will be another WWE pay-per-view, Money In The Bank (MITB). While still a major show in the WWE lineup, for many fans, it simply doesn’t carry the same weight or prestige as WrestleMania.
WrestleMania Pulled From New Orleans
Originally scheduled to take place at the Caesars Superdome, WrestleMania 42 was highly anticipated in Louisiana, especially by locals in New Orleans who have seen the city shine as a wrestling host city in the past. New Orleans hosted WrestleMania 30 in 2014 and WrestleMania 34 in 2018, both of which were major successes in terms of attendance, fan experience, and business for the city.
But in a sudden move, WWE announced on May 23, 2025, that the event will no longer take place in New Orleans. The new host city for WrestleMania 42 hasn’t been announced yet.
What’s Happening Instead?
Though WrestleMania 42 is off the table for New Orleans, WWE will bring Money In The Bank 2025 to the Superdome instead. While MITB is a popular event featuring the high-stakes ladder match for a championship contract, fans didn’t hesitate to express how this change felt like a downgrade.
The switch has left Louisiana’s wrestling community heartbroken and confused.
Fan Reactions: Disappointment Runs Deep
Social media lit up with reactions from locals and longtime WWE fans. The consensus? Disappointment.
One fan wrote:
“Being from New Orleans, we have hosted every major event and then some and every time we shatter records. Everyone leaves saying that whatever event it is, it should be on a rotation with New Orleans!”
This sentiment was shared by many, especially considering how successful previous WrestleManias were in the city. Fans point to strong attendance, vibrant crowd energy, and the city’s reputation as a party destination that enhances the WrestleMania experience.
Why the Change?
As of now, WWE hasn’t given an official reason for pulling WrestleMania from New Orleans. However, WWE Chief Content Officer Triple H posted on X (formerly Twitter) that there are “big plans for WWE and New Orleans for 2026 and beyond.” This suggests that the cancellation may be tied to longer-term scheduling or business strategies rather than poor performance by the city.
Still, fans who were planning travel, accommodations, or just looking forward to attending the biggest show of the year are left wondering what went wrong.
What’s Next for WrestleMania 42?
There’s still no word on where WrestleMania 42 will be held, but with WWE events planned years in advance, the decision likely came after weighing multiple logistical and strategic factors. Wherever it ends up, expectations will be high, but Louisiana fans will be watching closely to see where their beloved WrestleMania lands.