Turki Al-Sheikh, Chairman of the General Entertainment Authority (GEA), announced that Riyadh will host WWE® “Night of Champions” on Saturday, June 27, 2026, at Kingdom Arena, in cooperation with WWE.

This follows the major success of the 2025 edition held in Riyadh, which recorded the highest U.S. viewership for a WWE event staged in Saudi Arabia, reaffirming Riyadh’s position as a leading destination for major global entertainment and sporting events.

HE highlighted the significance of bringing “Night of Champions” back to the Saudi capital, noting that hosting such a global event reflects the rapid growth of the Kingdom’s entertainment sector.

He also expressed his anticipation of delivering an exceptional night that meets the expectations of fans in Saudi Arabia and around the world, further reinforcing Riyadh’s status as a premier hub for international events.

This year’s edition is expected to feature some of WWE’s biggest Superstars in a spectacular night, adding to the Kingdom’s growing lineup of world-class events held throughout the year, building on the momentum of the entertainment sector.

Tickets will go on sale on Monday, April 27 via the Webook platform. The event will stream live in the United States on the ESPN app with an ESPN Unlimited subscription, and internationally on Netflix.

Saudi Arabia will also host WrestleMania 43 in Riyadh in 2027, marking a historic first as the global phenomenon will be held outside the United States and Canada.

This comes as part of the Kingdom’s ongoing entertainment momentum, which continues to attract major global events year-round, building on the international presence and unique experiences established by Riyadh Season.