WWE extends Western Australia partnership through 2028
WWE will bring annual events to Perth through 2028, starting with SmackDown, Wrestlepalooza and Raw this December in WA.
WWE has extended its partnership with the Western Australian Government through Tourism Western Australia for another three years.
Under the agreement, Perth will host a WWE Weekend Takeover featuring a Premium Live Event each year from 2026 to 2028.
The first event under the new agreement will be Wrestlepalooza: Perth in December 2026.
WWE returns to RAC Arena
RAC Arena will host SmackDown on Friday, 11 December, Wrestlepalooza: Perth on Saturday, 12 December and Raw on Monday, 14 December.
The announcement follows WWE events Elimination Chamber: Perth in 2024 and Crown Jewel: Perth in 2025.
According to WWE, the two events attracted tens of thousands of visitors from outside Western Australia and generated more than $58 million for the state's economy.
Fan events planned across Perth
WWE will also hold fan experiences across Perth as part of the agreement, including WWE Superstores, Superstar meet-and-greets and community activities.
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Three-event combo tickets for Wrestlepalooza: Perth, SmackDown and Raw will go on general sale on Thursday, 10 September at 10am AWST.
A pre-sale will begin on Wednesday, 9 September at 10am AWST.
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