WWE announced that they have recently signed a new expanded multi-year partnership agreement with the Western Australian government to hold WWE Weekend Takeover events featuring a Premium Live Event annually from 2026 to 2028.
It was announced that as part of this new deal, they will be holding this year’s Wrestlepalooza event, called Wrestlepalooza: Perth, on December 12 at the RAC Arena in Perth, Australia.
It was also announced that they will be holding a WWE SmackDown show on December 11 and a WWE RAW show in December 14 at the same venue.
WWE expands partnership with Western Australia through 2028
August 27, 2026 – WWE, in partnership with the Western Australian Government through Tourism Western Australia, today announced a new three-year agreement that will see Perth host WWE Weekend Takeovers featuring a Premium Live Event annually from 2026 through 2028, kicking off with Wrestlepalooza: Perth on Saturday, December 12, 2026.
The first WWE Weekend Takeover under the new agreement will see RAC Arena host SmackDown on Friday, December 11, followed by Wrestlepalooza: Perth on Saturday, December 12, and Raw on Monday, December 14.
The announcement follows the blockbuster success of WWE’s inaugural Wrestlepalooza in 2025, headlined by John Cena and Brock Lesnar, that kicked off WWE’s partnership with ESPN.
WWE’s previous events in Perth, including Elimination Chamber: Perth in 2024 and Crown Jewel: Perth in 2025, collectively attracted tens of thousands of visitors from outside Western Australia and generated more than AUD $58 million for the state’s economy.
In addition to the live events, Perth will also play host to a range of WWE fan experiences throughout the city, including WWE Superstores, WWE Superstar meet-and-greets, community activities and more.
Three-event combo tickets for Wrestlepalooza: Perth, SmackDown and Raw will go on general sale Thursday, September 10 at 10 AM AWST.
Fans can register their interest now ahead of a pre-sale on Wednesday, September 9 from 10 AM AWST by visiting www.wwe.com/return-to-perth.
Additionally, Wrestlepalooza: Perth Priority Pass Packages will soon be available from On Location, offering fans unrivaled access to every exhilarating moment. Packages include premium seating, pre-show hospitality with WWE Superstar appearances, ringside photo opportunities, and more. Starting today, fans can place a deposit to secure access ahead of the general public. For more information visit onlocationexp.com.
WWE and Tourism Western Australia acknowledge the traditional custodians throughout Western Australia and their continuing connection to the land, waters and culture. We pay our respects to all Aboriginal peoples; Elders past, present and emerging.
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