WrestleManiaXXV travel packages now available
April 19, 2008
Travel packages are now available for WrestleMania XXV in Houston. WrestleMania XXV will take place at Reliant Stadium on Sunday, April 5, 2009, so take advantage of this opportunity to be part of sports-entertainment’s greatest spectacle.
For more information regarding WrestleMania XXV travel packages, please send an e-mail with your request to wrestlemania.packages@wwe.com.
Night of Legends
March 30, 2008
Since its inception, WrestleMania has hosted countless music icons to offer their rendition of the quintessential patriotic anthem, “America the Beautiful,” from Ray Charles to Willie Nelson to Aretha Franklin. At the 24th inaugural event, five-time Grammy Award winner and multi-platinum artist John Legend
Fueling up for 'Mania
March 30, 2008
At Sunday morning’s Bacon, Bagels & Biceps Brunch to benefit the Make-A-Wish Foundation, the audience enjoyed plenty of scrambled eggs, fresh fruit and a heaping buffet of Superstars and celebrities.
Sunday Night Lights
March 30, 2008
ORLANDO – If you’ve ever watched a WWE event and been startled, stupefied, blinded, deafened or just plain awe-struck by the fantastic choreographed explosions of color and light, then you’ve appreciated the work of Ron Bleggi, WWE’s chief pyrotechnician.
Cena turns 100
March 29, 2008
John Cena may be a young man, but he nonetheless celebrated hitting the century mark one day before WrestleMania XXIV. The WWE Superstar was more than happy to grant his 100th Wish to a child in the Make-A-Wish Foundation.
WrestleMania dreams realized and reborn
March 29, 2008
ORLANDO – There is still something to be said for being able to reach a dream. In an age of compromise filled with hardships and hurdles; mountain after endless mountain; realizing your greatest desire is an honor beyond words. Nevertheless, WWE.com went on a search for those words, catching up with several Superstars preparing for WrestleMania, some for the first time, others after a long road back.
Superstars' 'Gamma' Raid
March 29, 2008
ORLANDO – With WrestleMania XXIV in a town known for its rollercoaster-filled theme parks, an unlikely batch of WWE Superstars – Mick Foley, Rey Mysterio and Curt Hawkins & Zack Ryder – found a common interest at Universal’s Islands of Adventure.
O-Town reading showdown
March 29, 2008
ORLANDO - An apple a day may keep the doctor away, but for 13-year-old David Silva and 15-year-old Ajoura Gwinn, a book a week earned them front row tickets to WrestleMania XXIV.
When You Wish Upon a Superstar
March 29, 2008
ORLANDO – The hype. The hysteria. The heroics.
The excitement of WrestleMania can’t often be overstated, but it's important to remember that the WWE Superstars aren’t only giving of themselves inside the ring. On Friday, Michelle McCool, Rey Mysterio and Kane partnered with the Make-A-Wish Foundation in order to grant 52 children their wish to meet a WWE Superstar.
Reading rewards
March 29, 2008
ORLANDO – As the slogan goes, “Reading is fundamental.” But as nearly 200 WWE fans, worldwide employees and special guests found out on Friday night, it’s quite rewarding as well.
Fan Axxess Tour
March 29, 2008
Beneath the beating beams of the Florida sun, droves of our fans enjoyed their own personal WWE experience inside Universal Studios theme park at the latest stop on the WrestleMania XXIV Fan Axxess Tour on Friday afternoon.
There must be a winner
March 28, 2008
The official rules have just been announced for the battle between Big Show and Floyd “Money” Mayweather at WrestleMania XXIV, though above all else, one fact will be made certain this Sunday night: There MUST be a winner in this match.
Florida feeding Frenzy
March 28, 2008
Friday was media day here in O-Town, as the WWE Superstars met the press to promote this Sunday’s WrestleMania XXIV. Print and television media from five continents and more than two dozen countries descended upon the WWE Superstars all afternoon as they made the rounds. And of course, the Superstars greeted them as only they know how.
Block Party
March 28, 2008
Just when WWE’s “WrestleMania Rocks the Block” party looked as if it couldn’t possibly get any more frenzied, it most definitely did.
Burke again worthy of the "Challenge"
March 28, 2008
ORLANDO – Elijah Burke maintained his undefeated winning streak at the THQ Superstar Challenge Thursday night, edging out newcomer and fellow ECW Superstar Kofi Kingston in an epic SmackDown vs. Raw 2008 battle. Your Guiding Light, his X-box 360 controller still in hand, was once again driven to tears on the stage of Downtown Disney’s House of Blues as he was crowned the winner in his home state of Florida.
Challenge Ahead for Elijah Burke
March 27, 2008
ORLANDO – Just hours before the sixth annual THQ Superstar Challenge takes place live from Disney’s House of Blues in Orlando, Fla., returning champion Elijah Burke is a huge target.
WrestleManiArt
March 27, 2008
ORLANDO, Fla. – Sports-entertainment collided with the world of the arts during the official kickoff of WrestleMania XXIV Wednesday night at WrestleManiArt. WWE Superstars’ creations, as well as works of art inspired by WWE, were auctioned off at Orlando’s CityArts Factory to raise money for the Central Florida Sports Commission and United Arts of Central Florida.
From Big Apple to Oranges
March 26, 2008
Before hitting the orange-shrouded Citrus Bowl this Sunday, a slew of WrestleMania XXIV competitors raided the Big Apple on Wednesday for the final press conference for The Granddaddy of Them All. WWE Superstars, Divas and, of course, Floyd “Money” Mayweather invaded New York City’s Hard Rock Café, with an alluring high-definition WrestleMania display on the NASDAQ and Reuters Video Boards in the very heart of Times Square.
Mayor of 'Mania
March 26, 2008
“We’ve got two words for you… ‘Choose Orlando.’”
It was that line—paraphrased from DX, of course—that started off the written proposal given by Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer and Central Florida Sports Commissioner John Saboor to Mr. McMahon and WWE executives in an effort to lure WrestleMania XXIV to the most visited tourist destination in the world.
The line, and the top-notch proposal, worked brilliantly as WWE indeed chose Orlando.
WrestleMania XXIV Press Conference Wednesday
March 24, 2008
There will be a WrestleMania XXIV press conference in New York City's Hard Rock Cafe this Wednesday, beginning at noon ET. The press gathering will stream LIVE on WWE.com, beginning at 12 noon ET.
The 6th Annual THQ Superstar Challenge
March 21, 2008
THQ and WWE have released the official brackets for the 6th Annual THQ Superstar Challenge. The contest will pit Superstars from the Raw, SmackDown and ECW brands against one another in a single elimination tournament to find out what WWE Superstar is the true champion of THQ’s WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2008 on Microsoft’s Xbox 360. The day’s festivities starting at 6:30 pm at the House of Blues in Orlando, Fla. Tickets for the event are $15 and are available through Ticketmaster.
Custom WM24 Chopper Sweepstakes
March 19, 2008
Orange County Choppers and WWE’s WrestleMania extravaganza. These two symbols of Americana could be long lost brothers—each loud, proud and knowing how to thrill a crowd. Like a long overdue family reunion, the staff on TLC’s hit show Orange County Choppers has teamed with WWE to create a wrestling fan’s ultimate two-wheeled declaration: A custom-built chopper to be given away at the conclusion of WWE’s “Custom WrestleMania 24 Chopper Sweepstakes.”
Big Show Weightloss
March 14, 2008
Before Big Show could travel this year’s Road to WrestleMania XXIV, the WWE colossus first had to navigate the Road to Wellville. When the former WWE and ECW Champion made a surprise return at No Way Out after a 14-month absence, observers noticed a leaner (but no less meaner) Big Show. The time away from WWE and ring wars had been good to him.
WrestleManiArt Tickets now available
March 13, 2008
WrestleManiArt, an event showcasing original artwork created by current WWE Superstars, will take place in Downtown Orlando on Wednesday, March 26. The first-of-its kind occasion, which will be held at City Arts Factory, is the official kickoff event of WrestleMania week, which culminates with WrestleMania XXIV on Sunday, March 30 at the Florida Citrus Bowl.
WrestleMania reading challenge finalists ready for National Championship
March 13, 2008
CHICAGO – The Young Adult Library Services Association (YALSA), the fastest-growing division of the American Library Association (ALA), and World Wrestling Entertainment today announced the 10 regional finalists who will compete to become this year’s national WrestleMania Reading Challenge Champion.
What to do in Orlando before WrestleMania
March 11, 2008
Check out all of the things you can do in Orlando leading up to WrestleMania XXIV.
WrestleMania XXIV Press Conference Chicago
March 11, 2008
CHICAGO – A little more than 12 hours after Big Show sent WBC welterweight champion Floyd “Money” Mayweather flying over the top rope in Milwaukee’s Bradley Center, media from all circles descended upon the “Windy City” for a WrestleMania XXIV press conference in Trump International Hotel & Tower Press Room Tuesday morning.
The hostess with the mostess
March 7, 2008
As announced this past week on SmackDown, model, actress and reality TV star Kim Kardashian will be the guest hostess at WrestleMania XXIV in Orlando, Fla.
Carlito aims to make splash in Orlando sun
March 7, 2008
Just moments after he pinned Cody Rhodes’ shoulders to the mat, Carlito sat down in the locker room to soak in reality. He had his golden ticket. For the first time in two years, he was going back to WrestleMania, with a chance to win the coveted Money in the Bank championship contract.
WrestleMania XXIV Dogg Days
March 3, 2008
WrestleMania XXIV appears to be going to the dogs. More specifically, Snoop Dogg. An announcement was made on Raw that the rapper/actor has been added to a growing list of who will be attending The Grand Daddy of Them All on March 30.
A Legend-ary 'Mania
March 3, 2008
As announced this past week on SmackDown, five-time Grammy winner and multi-platinum singer and songwriter John Legend will perform “America the Beautiful” at WrestleMania XXIV in Orlando, Fla.
Orton seeks respect at WrestleMania
February 29, 2008
Sometimes you have to wonder whether Randy Orton feels like a forgotten champion.
Risk and reward
February 25, 2008
Earlier today at the WrestleMania XXIV press conference, the trail to the year’s biggest sports-entertainment spectacle heated up weeks before WWE dips south to Orlando, Fla., for the Granddaddy of Them All. Amid that blaze: The announcement that Floyd “Money” Mayweather will meet Big Show at WrestleMania.
WrestleMania XXIV Press Conference on Monday
February 21, 2008
There will be a WrestleMania XXIV press conference at Los Angeles’ STAPLES Center this Monday, WWE.com has learned.
Bacon, Bagels and Biceps brunch to benefit Make-A-Wish Foundation
January 16, 2008
One of the cornerstones of WWE’s official WrestleMania week of events is the Bacon, Bagels and Biceps Brunch occurring the morning of WrestleMania. The Brunch was originally created to give fans a chance to ask questions of various WWE Superstars while joining them in celebrating WWE’s biggest event of the year, WrestleMania. Since its inception, the Brunch also recognizes WWE’s Circle of Champions, children with life threatening illnesses who attend WrestleMania through various wish granting agencies.
WrestleMania 24: A logistical challenge
November 9, 2007
Hoisting power lines, telephone lines, fencing, building parking lots, production offices and dressing rooms, calculating lighting angles, grids and proper placement of video monitors … it sounds like an episode of Extreme Home Makeover: Arena Edition.
WrestleMania XXIV tickets
November 2, 2007
The line of amped fans winding around the Amway Arena Office in Orlando was a dead giveaway: Wrestlemania XXIV is coming. Tickets for the premiere event in sports-entertainment went on sale Saturday at 10 a.m., guaranteeing fans would be out in force.
What you need to know about WrestleMania XXIV
October 1, 2007
WrestleMania XXIV will mark the first time WWE's annual sports-entertainment spectacular will emanate from the Sunshine State of Florida. The event will feature WWE Superstars from Raw, SmackDown and ECW, as well as athletes, entertainers, and thousands of fans from around the world. It is expected that fans will converge on Orlando from all 50 states and more than 20 different countries.