WrestleMania 41 event guide: Every WWE show, rival promotion and more for Las Vegas' wrestling takeover

Professional wrestling takes over Las Vegas this week ahead of WrestleMania 41. (Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images)

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Las Vegas is the center of the wrestling universe this week as WWE and WrestleMania 41 take over Allegiant Stadium on Saturday and Sunday. While the annual “Showcase of the Immortals” is undoubtedly the largest game in town, ‘Mania week has transformed into a tradition of its own, with a deluge of rival shows and spinoff WWE events accompanying the granddaddy of them all.

As Sin City reshapes itself into a veritable festival of professional wrestling, here are the events and attractions you may want to keep an eye on if you’re heading to Las Vegas this week.

WWE Hall of Fame 2025: Fontainebleau, Friday, 9:30 p.m. PT

WWE head honcho Triple H is set to be inducted this year, alongside Lex Luger, Michelle McCool and The Natural Disasters. The 2025 ceremony will also see individual matches honored for the first time, with CM Punk set to induct Bret Hart vs. Stone Cold Steve Austin from WrestleMania 13.

NXT: Stand and Deliver: T-Mobile Arena, Saturday, 9:30 a.m. PT

For all the controversy around its early start time, NXT’s flagship PLE looks set to be another banger, with the usual slew of titles on the line. Will Oba Femi retain the big prize when he takes on Trick Williams and Je’Von Evans?

Will Oba Femi stay atop the NXT title picture? (Photo via WWE)

The Undertaker’s 1 Deadman Show: Fontainebleau, Saturday, 9:30 p.m. PT

The Undertaker’s one-man talk show has become a decent money-spinner for WWE, so it’s no surprise they’re bringing it to Las Vegas this weekend. Each show is completely ad-libbed, usually focusing on Taker’s memories and stories from the particular host city.

WrestleMania After Dark: Fontainebleau, Saturday and Sunday, 11 p.m. PT

WWE’s official after-party runs on two nights, with appearances from The Usos (on Saturday) and then Rob Gronkowski, Flo Rida, Damian Priest and Tiffany Stratton (on Sunday).

The Roast of WrestleMania: Fontainebleau, Sunday, 9:30 p.m. PT

Shock comic Tony Hinchcliffe didn’t exactly endear himself to wrestling fans with his guest appearance on “WWE Raw” last week. Presumably, WWE will be hoping for something more successful with this live comedy event, which is set to feature Sami Zayn, The Miz, Paul Heyman and Braun Strowman.

GCW: Josh Barnett’s Bloodsport XIII: Pearl Theater at Palms Casino Resort, Thursday, 8 p.m.

Josh Barnett’s hard-hitting, no-ropes promotion returns with another stacked card, as talents from the big leagues seek to go back to basics. Standout names include Shayna Baszler, Karrion Kross, Karmen Petrovic, Nattie Neidhart and Pete Dunne.

TJPW Live in Las Vegas: Pearl Theater at Palms Casino Resort, Friday, 11 a.m. PT

DDT Pro Wrestling’s acclaimed sister promotion arrives in Sin City, with a selection of matches bound to delight Joshi aficionados. TNA’s Masha Slamovich defends her Knockouts title against Miu Watanabe, while rising stars Mizuki and Miyu Yamashita battle over the Princess of Princess Championship.

GCW: Joey Janela’s Spring Break 9: Pearl Theater at Palms Casino Resort, Friday, 7 p.m. PT

Known for their creative chaos and comedy spots, Joey Janela’s Spring Break events have become a favored hangout for in-the-know wrestling fans. This year’s offering will feature the last match from hardcore legend Sabu, as well as appearances from Masha Slamovich, MLW’s Minoru Suzuki and AEW’s Megan Bayne.

AEW star Megan Bayne makes an appearance at GCW: Joey Janela’s Spring Break 9. (Etsuo Hara/Getty Images)

(Etsuo Hara via Getty Images)

FSW: WWE ID Championship: FSW Arena, Friday, 8.30 p.m. PT

Announced by Triple H in February, WWE’s new ID championship will see developmental talents compete against established indie wrestlers in what could prove to be one of the most intriguing experiments in years. The first such tournament will be hosted by Vegas local promotion Future Stars of Wrestling.

JCW Lunacy: Neonopolis, Saturday, 12 a.m. PT

Fresh from their mass brawl against GCW, the Juggalos are looking to tempt tipsy wrestling fans with a free midnight show in the heart of downtown Las Vegas. It’s followed by an after-party with Violent J of Insane Clown Posse, which takes place at The Nerd — home to some of the best wrestling watch parties in Vegas.

GCW: Effy’s Big Gay Brunch: Pearl Theater at Palms Casino Resort, Saturday, 11 a.m. PT

The self-styled “gayest wrestling event on the planet” makes a splash as the eponymous Effy defends his GCW world championship against Hoodslam’s founder The Dark Sheik. The event also features appearances from AEW’s Abadon and NJPW’s Zack Sabre Jr.

RISE or DIE in Las Vegas: The Dive Bar, Saturday, 12 p.m. PT

British deathmatch devotees RISE bring their brand of relentless violence to Las Vegas, including an open challenge from cult favorite Big F’n Joe and a title defense from the “Geordie Judas” Lou Nixon — one of the most fearsome competitors to emerge from the U.K. in recent years.

FSW: Future Legend Women’s Tournament: FSW Arena, Sunday, 12 p.m. PT

The companion event to the first WWE ID Championship on Friday, FSW’s second tournament sees emerging female talents battle for the chance to make a name for themselves. Confirmed competitors include WWE developmental talent Zayda Steel and Nightmare Factory alumnus Brooke Havok.

WWE’s Zayda Steel (right) takes part in FSW’s women’s tournament. (Etsuo Hara/Getty Images)

(Etsuo Hara via Getty Images)

This being Las Vegas, you won’t exactly be short of places to watch WrestleMania 41, with plenty of casinos hosting watch parties or screening it in their sports bars. Decent options include Fontainebleau, The Rio, El Cortez, The Strat, Mandalay Bay or New York-New York.

If you’re looking for something more upmarket, Fremont Street’s Circa will be showing ‘Mania on its gigantic poolside screens. Or if you prefer a more dive bar vibe, head to the aforementioned The Nerd, which usually offers all-inclusive drink deals during wrestling events.

If rubbing shoulders with wrestlers is your priority, Beer Park has Santino Marella at its watch party, while Hard Rock Cafe hosts Vegas local The Godfather, and Sand Dollar Plaza welcomes Jake “The Snake” Roberts and the always-entertaining Danhausen.

Wrestlecon: Westgate Resort and Casino, all weekend

The biggest independent meet-and-greet show runs throughout the weekend, with attendees including Ric Flair, Kurt Angle, Rikishi, The Hardy Boyz, Rob Van Dam, Bobby Lashley, Sting, Mike Tyson, Saraya, Ronda Rousey, Mariah May and Toni Storm.

Fremont Street Experience (w/ Living Colour): Fremont Street, all weekend

The biggest concentration of bars and casinos in Las Vegas gets a ‘Mania makeover for the weekend, including photo opportunities with a gigantic WWE championship belt and a live performance from Living Colour — the band behind CM Punk’s walkout classic “Cult of Personality” — on Friday evening.

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