So, you're trying to figure out exactly when to park yourself on the couch for WrestleMania 41. It’s understandable. Between the time zone math and the fact that WWE keeps moving the goalposts on start times lately, it’s easy to get mixed up. Honestly, if you aren't careful, you’ll be mid-bite into a wing only to realize you missed the opening pyro.
Las Vegas is hosting the "Showcase of the Immortals" this year at Allegiant Stadium. If you’ve ever been to Vegas, you know they do things on their own clock. But for those of us watching at home, the schedule is pretty rigid.
WrestleMania 41 officially starts at 7 p.m. ET (4 p.m. PT) on Saturday, April 19, and Sunday, April 20, 2025. Don’t just show up at 7, though. That’s for the main card. If you want the full experience, the kickoff shows usually start at least two hours earlier. Basically, if you want to see the panel bickering and the inevitable "pre-show" matches that actually end up being bangers, you need to be tuned in by 5 p.m. ET.
Breaking Down the WrestleMania 41 Start Time by Zone
Time zones are the enemy of every wrestling fan. Since the show is in Vegas (Pacific Time), the "local" start time is actually quite early. It’s a weird vibe watching WrestleMania while the sun is still high in the sky if you're attending in person. For the rest of the world, here is how the 7 p.m. ET start breaks down.
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- Pacific Time (PT): 4 p.m.
- Mountain Time (MT): 5 p.m.
- Central Time (CT): 6 p.m.
- Eastern Time (ET): 7 p.m.
- United Kingdom (BST): 12 a.m. (Midnight)
- Central Europe (CEST): 1 a.m. (Sunday/Monday)
- India (IST): 4:30 a.m. (Sunday/Monday)
The UK fans really have it the hardest. Staying up until 4 or 5 in the morning is a rite of passage at this point. But hey, it's WrestleMania. You sleep in May.
Why the Move to Netflix and Peacock Matters This Year
Everything changed on January 1, 2025. That was the day WWE officially moved its flagship programming to Netflix. However, there’s a massive "but" here for fans in the United States.
If you are in the U.S., you are still heading to Peacock for WrestleMania 41.
WWE’s deal with NBCUniversal keeps their Premium Live Events (PLEs) on Peacock for the immediate future. If you’re outside the U.S., things look a bit different. In many international markets, Netflix is now the exclusive home for everything WWE, including the big shows. You’ll want to check your local app before the Saturday bell rings.
Nothing kills the hype faster than a "Content Not Available" screen.
What Time Does the WrestleMania 41 Main Event Start?
Nobody actually knows the answer to this until the night of, but we can guess. WWE has been fairly consistent with their "two-night" format. Usually, the shows run about four hours.
If the show starts at 7 p.m. ET, expect the main event walkouts to begin around 10:30 p.m. or 10:45 p.m. ET.
Night 1 is looking like a total car crash in the best way possible. We’re talking about the rumored Triple Threat between Roman Reigns, CM Punk, and Seth Rollins. These three together? It’s going to be a long, dramatic match. If that’s the closer for Saturday, don't expect to be in bed before 11:30 p.m.
Night 2 is the big one. John Cena vs. Cody Rhodes. Cena has already signaled that 2025 is his farewell tour. He’s going for that record-breaking 17th world title. If he wins, the celebration will take forever. If he loses and gives the "speech," it’ll take even longer. Plan for a late Sunday night.
The Full WrestleMania Week Schedule in Vegas
WrestleMania isn't just a two-night event anymore. It’s a week-long takeover of the city. If you’re in Las Vegas, your schedule is basically booked from Thursday to Tuesday.
Friday Night SmackDown & Hall of Fame
On Friday, April 18, the action starts at the T-Mobile Arena. SmackDown usually airs at 8 p.m. ET (5 p.m. local). Immediately after the cameras stop rolling for the "blue brand," the Hall of Fame ceremony kicks off. It's usually a late night, often ending well past midnight ET.
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NXT Stand & Deliver
Before the big show on Saturday, April 19, the "developmental" stars take over. Stand & Deliver has become a fan favorite because the matches are often more athletic and frantic than the main roster stuff.
- Start Time: 1 p.m. ET / 10 a.m. PT.
- Location: T-Mobile Arena.
The Raw After Mania
This is arguably the wildest crowd of the year. Monday, April 21, at the T-Mobile Arena. It starts at 8 p.m. ET. Expect returns, debuts, and fans singing Seth Rollins' theme for twenty minutes straight.
Pro Tips for Watching at Home
If you’re hosting a watch party, the 7 p.m. ET start is a blessing and a curse. It’s early enough that you can actually eat dinner, but late enough that the kids might start getting cranky by the time the main event starts.
- Check your internet speed. 4K streaming eats bandwidth.
- Order food early. Every pizza place near you is going to be slammed.
- Sync your social media. If you're on X (formerly Twitter) or Reddit, the spoilers move faster than the stream. Most streaming apps have a 30-second delay. Be careful.
WrestleMania 41 is shaping up to be a pivot point for the company. With the Rock lurking, Cena retiring, and the Bloodline story still somehow evolving, the timing of these matches is crucial. Don't be the person asking "who won?" because you forgot to check the clock.
Get your Peacock or Netflix subscription sorted now. Mark your calendar for 7 p.m. ET. Vegas is a city that never sleeps, but for these two nights, the whole world is going to be watching the desert.
The most important thing you can do now is verify your login credentials for your streaming service. Millions of people will be hitting those servers at exactly 6:59 p.m. ET, and you don't want to be the one stuck in a password-reset loop while the opening video package is playing.