Top 25 WrestleMania Stages Of All Time
25. WrestleMania 18
WrestleMania 18 filled Toronto’s SkyDome on March 17, 2002, with 68,237 fans. The show’s design combined wide angled LED panels and an expansive lighting truss beneath the retractable stadium roof. Its broad silver-and-purple tone offered a sleek, modern appearance for the early 2000s. The “Icon vs. Icon” match between The Rock and Hulk Hogan became the centerpiece attraction, enhanced by the towering visuals and roaring Toronto crowd.
24. WrestleMania 9
Held on April 4, 1993, at Caesars Palace with 16,891 fans in attendance, WrestleMania 9 was WWE’s first outdoor edition. The show embraced an Ancient Roman theme, with the entranceway modeled after a coliseum, complete with marble pillars, togas, and chariots. The desert setting provided a sunny, cinematic backdrop, giving the event a distinctive aesthetic unlike any other. Yokozuna defeated Bret Hart in the main event before Hulk Hogan made a surprise appearance to reclaim the WWE Title, capping off one of the most visually unique WrestleManias ever.
23. WrestleMania 11
On April 2, 1995, WrestleMania 11 took place before 16,305 fans at the Hartford Civic Center. This event had a minimal setup compared to previous and future WrestleManias, featuring basic lighting and no large stage. The compact venue limited the scale but offered an intimate viewing experience. Headlined by Lawrence Taylor vs. Bam Bam Bigelow, the celebrity-driven main event brought mainstream attention despite a modest production design that reflected WWE’s transitional mid-90s period.
22. WrestleMania 20
Hosted on March 14, 2004, in front of 20,000 fans, WrestleMania 20 marked two decades of the showcase at WWE’s most iconic arena, Madison Square Garden. The stage setup was short and vertical, aligning with the venue’s traditional compact layout. The design relied on LED pillars and banners showcasing the slogan “Where It All Begins Again.” Its tight, personal setting perfectly fit the occasion, with Chris Benoit capturing the main event victory over Triple H and Shawn Michaels in a career-defining moment.
21. WrestleMania 25
On April 5, 2009, before 72,744 fans, WrestleMania 25 celebrated 25 years of WWE’s grandest spectacle. The stage presented a futuristic look, with enormous silver structures and intersecting LED screens outlining a wide ramp. The design blended modern lighting with reflective chrome finishes. The Undertaker’s entrance, backed by sweeping dark visuals for his match against Shawn Michaels, stood out as a defining use of the stage’s power and intensity.
20. WrestleMania 23
Held April 1, 2007, before 74,287 fans, WrestleMania 23 saw John Cena face Shawn Michaels in the main event. Inside Detroit’s Ford Field, WWE delivered an extended version of the WrestleMania 17-style setup, utilizing a larger framework but less intricate detail. The company aimed for scale to match the massive stadium atmosphere, and while the layout felt grand, later designs would surpass its creativity.
19. WrestleMania 32
April 3, 2016, welcomed 80,709 fans to AT&T Stadium for Triple H vs. Roman Reigns. The set featured a giant star built into the ramp top, surrounded by wide LED screens and dynamic lighting. It represented Texas’ spirit and gave the event an immense television presentation. Though reactions to the show were mixed, its production remained among WWE’s most striking visual achievements.
18. WrestleMania 22
On April 2, 2006, 17,159 fans packed Allstate Arena for John Cena vs. Triple H. As the last arena-based edition before WWE shifted solely to stadium shows, the compact venue still looked spectacular. The enormous LED backdrop and lighting columns made the area appear larger than reality, highlighted by Rey Mysterio’s live entrance performance and Triple H’s Conan-inspired walk to the ring.
17. WrestleMania 21
Held April 3, 2005, before 20,193 fans, WrestleMania 21 leaned heavily into the “WrestleMania Goes Hollywood” theme. The stage featured a red carpet, massive movie marquee Titantron, and a miniature Hollywood sign. Superstars entered as cinematic icons, perfectly aligning WWE’s biggest night with the glitz and glamour of Los Angeles.
16. WrestleMania 28
On April 1, 2012, Sun Life Stadium hosted 78,363 fans for The Rock vs. John Cena. The open design featured palm-tree fixtures, large LED boards, and a color gradient of sunset orange and ocean blue. Matching Miami’s tropical atmosphere, the simple yet elegant production contributed to one of the decade’s most watchable WrestleManias.
15. WrestleMania 38
Taking place across April 2–3, 2022, before 77,899 and 78,453 fans, WrestleMania 38 hosted both Steve Austin’s return and Brock Lesnar vs. Roman Reigns. The stage adopted the event’s logo as its core structure, constructed with multiple LED shapes and depth layering. Though design originality was minimal, the sleek finish amplified the event’s cinematic scale.
14. WrestleMania 19
WrestleMania 19, held March 30, 2003, drew 54,097 spectators. The set featured a massive triangular logo framed by LED panels beneath the scoreboard. The open-air daylight atmosphere allowed spacious visuals, especially during The Undertaker’s motorcycle entrance. The stage’s size and orientation within the baseball stadium made it one of WWE’s most unique designs.
13. WrestleMania 31
On March 29, 2015, 76,976 fans watched Seth Rollins cash in his Money in the Bank briefcase to win the main event between Brock Lesnar and Roman Reigns. Levi’s Stadium’s stage embodied simplicity and style — a huge red “play button” centerpiece reflecting the San Francisco 49ers’ colors. The daylight setting enhanced the details of the sleek, minimal setup, aligning perfectly with the show’s rhythm.
12. WrestleMania 27
April 3, 2011, saw 71,617 fans gather for The Miz vs. John Cena. The stage incorporated domed LED panels, large WrestleMania letters, and mirrored flooring that reflected every lighting cue. Despite a poorly received card, the production’s sophisticated lighting arrangement elevated the overall presentation.
11. WrestleMania 40
Taking place April 6–7, 2024, WrestleMania 40’s two-night spectacle saw The Rock and Roman Reigns team with and against Cody Rhodes and Seth Rollins. Moreover, Rhodes finally ended Reigns' 1316 WWE title reign on Night 2 of the mega event. The stage was dominated by a colossal “XL” structure symbolizing the Roman numeral for forty. Its clean design and vast screens made this edition’s layout simple yet memorable for an anniversary event.
10. WrestleMania 37
On April 10–11, 2021, WWE returned to live crowds with around 18,000 fans each night. The pirate-ship stage echoed the stadium’s real-life landmark, complete with LED sails and firing cannon pyros. A pre-show storm damaged parts of the setup, inadvertently giving the ship an authentic, weathered look fitting for the theme.
9. WrestleMania 26
Held March 28, 2010, before 72,219 people, WrestleMania 26 showcased one of WWE’s most vertical stage designs. Towering LED screen blocks stacked upward formed the centerpiece, producing powerful light reflections. The colossal setup framed Shawn Michaels’ farewell match against The Undertaker with cinematic clarity.
8. WrestleMania 24
On March 30, 2008, before 74,635 fans, WrestleMania 24 delivered a high-reaching stage filled with pyrotechnics and illuminated frames. The design elevated the energy of matches like Ric Flair’s retirement bout and Edge’s entrance with rainbow-colored fireworks cascading across the venue’s skyline.
7. WrestleMania 17
April 1, 2001, brought 67,925 fans to the Astrodome for The Rock vs. Steve Austin. The Attitude Era spectacle used a massive rectangular screen within an arch-shaped frame bearing the WrestleMania name. It represented WWE’s shift toward large-scale identity while maintaining a stripped, powerful attitude fitting for an era-defining show.
6. WrestleMania 41
Held April 19–20, 2025, WrestleMania 41 drew inspiration from Las Vegas’ Plaza Hotel, combining bright LED panels to emulate city lights. The two-night event featured Roman Reigns, CM Punk, Seth Rollins, Cody Rhodes, and John Cena on a stage shimmering with neon colors. The result was one of WWE’s flashiest and most atmospheric stadium designs ever created.
5. WrestleMania 30
On April 6, 2014, 75,167 fans witnessed Daniel Bryan’s triumph at WrestleMania 30 and the end of The Undertaker's WrestleMania streak. The stage revolved around a gigantic triple-X centerpiece symbolizing the 30th anniversary. Its vibrant purple-gold palette and simple symmetry highlighted the historic tone of the show inside the dramatic Superdome setting.
4. WrestleMania 34
April 8, 2018, saw 78,133 fans fill the same arena for WrestleMania 34. The Mardi Gras-inspired design featured a massive jester’s hat structure that doubled as the main LED screen, surrounded by stained-glass visuals. The colorful, carnival-like aesthetic matched New Orleans’ culture and created a festive atmosphere for entrances like Charlotte Flair’s.
3. WrestleMania 29
On April 7, 2013, before 80,676 fans, WrestleMania 29 recreated New York’s skyline across its stage. A replica Brooklyn Bridge led to the ring, with a Statue of Liberty replica elevated above it. The pyrotechnic display complemented the design perfectly, producing one of WWE’s most cinematic outdoor events.
2. WrestleMania 39
April 1–2, 2023, drew over 80,000 spectators each night for WrestleMania 39. WWE revived its Hollywood theme with a gigantic theater façade and red carpet runway reflecting SoFi Stadium’s elegance. The golden design elements and enormous LED ramp complemented the grandeur of Los Angeles and delivered a film-premiere atmosphere fitting the venue.
1. WrestleMania 33
Held on April 2, 2017, before 75,245 fans, WrestleMania 33’s “Ultimate Thrill Ride” concept came alive through theme-park-inspired visuals. The stage included a massive globe logo, roller-coaster tracks, and a radiant walkway illuminated by vibrant LED trails. Combining color, motion, and spectacle, it remains WWE’s most elaborate and awe-inspiring set design to date.
