The Rock returned to WWE programming on SmackDown with two purposes in mind. He announced Caesars Superdome in New Orleans will host WrestleMania 42, and he laid down quite an ultimatum before Cody Rhodes.

WWE WrestleMania returns to the Superdome in 2026. On Friday's episode of WWE SmackDown, Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson formally announced that WrestleMania 42 will take place in New Orleans on April 11 and April 12.

The 'Showcase of the Immortals' is once again heading to the Big Easy. The Rock officially announces New Orleans as the host city for WrestleMania 42.

WrestleMania XXX and WrestleMania 34 were both held at the stadium. Fans can find Fightful's coverage of WWE SmackDown by clicking here. Check out the post-show podcast for a full review by clicking here.

The Rock announced that New Orleans' Caesars Superdome will be the host of WrestleMania 42. The Rock made the announcement in New Orleans' Smoothie King Center, which hosted SmackDown on Friday. This will mark the third time WWE held WrestleMania in New Orleans.

We are ecstatic to host WrestleMania 42 in New Orleans next year. Hosting this iconic event three times in the last 12 years is an honor we do not take lightly,” said Governor Jeff Landry. “I want to congratulate the Greater New Orleans Sports Foundation for their successful efforts on this project.