During WrestleMania 42 weekend in Las Vegas, Palms Casino Resort will host Slam Fest, a multi-promotional wrestling event organized in partnership with Paragon Talent Group. Running from Wednesday, April 15 to Saturday, April 18, the gathering aims to bring together top wrestling organizations and performers from around the world.
Dean Muhtadi, known in WWE as Mojo Rawley and co-founder of Paragon Talent Group, leads the initiative to offer fans an expansive wrestling experience beyond the traditional WrestleMania events.
In-Ring Shows at The Pearl Theater Feature Global Wrestling Promotions
The Pearl Theater inside the Palms Casino Resort will host two days of live wrestling matches on April 16 and 17. The line-up includes talent from Tokyo Joshi Pro Wrestling (TJPW), Consejo Mundial de Lucha Libre (CMLL), House of Glory (HOG), World Wonder Ring Stardom, and Maple Leaf Pro Wrestling.
On Thursday, April 16, the schedule starts with TJPW’s live event from 11:00 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. PT, followed by a meet-and-greet session until 2:30 p.m. Later, CMLL takes the ring from 3:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. PT, with another fan meet-and-greet afterward. House of Glory will close the evening with matches running from 8:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. PT.
Friday, April 17, offers a fan fest meet-and-greet with TJPW beginning at 11:30 a.m. and extending until 2:00 p.m. After a short break, Stardom will present its wrestling program between 3:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. PT. The night concludes with Maple Leaf Pro Wrestling taking the stage from 9:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.
Additional Special Events Enhance WrestleMania Weekend
Besides wrestling matches, Slam Fest includes themed events throughout the week to honor wrestling legends and engage fans. These include 40 Years of Mick Foley on April 15, a Hardy Party with Matt and Jeff Hardy on April 18, and a Bella Twins meet-and-greet on April 16. Fans will also experience a live episode of Rulebreakers featuring Saraya on April 17 and Bully Ray’s Sin City Rooftop Rocker event the same day.
Vision Behind Slam Fest and Ticket Information
Dean Muhtadi, co-founder of Paragon Talent Group, described the event as a groundbreaking effort to elevate the event-week experience for wrestling fans.
Slam Fest is designed to elevate what an event week experience can be,
he said.
We are bringing together the very best professional wrestling organizations from multiple countries, uniting them inside one iconic Las Vegas destination, and creating a fully integrated platform that spans live events, premium digital distribution, and immersive fan engagement. Slam Fest is a strategically coordinated, large-scale festival built to demonstrate the depth, diversity, and global commercial power of professional wrestling.
Dean Muhtadi, Co-Founder of Paragon Talent Group
Tickets for Slam Fest went on sale Friday, February 27, at 10 a.m. PT, giving fans an opportunity to secure access to the diverse range of shows and events during the weekend festivities.
Stardom’s Return to Las Vegas Marks a Highlight of the Festivities
World Wonder Ring Stardom’s participation in Slam Fest marks a significant moment as the promotion returns to Las Vegas with a live show on April 17. The official Stardom Global Twitter account confirmed the event and ticket sale timing in a post celebrating their inclusion in the festival.
STARDOM RETURNS TO LAS VEGAS! 🇺🇸On Friday, April 17th, #STARDOM comes to The Pearl Theater at The Palms as a part of SLAM FEST!Tickets go on sale this Friday at 10:00 a.m. PST!
Stardom Global (via Twitter)
Impact of Slam Fest on WrestleMania Weekend and Wrestling Community
Slam Fest represents a new model for WrestleMania weekend by integrating multiple wrestling organizations from different countries in a single destination. By doing so, it aims to highlight wrestling’s worldwide appeal and leverage the commercial power of these promotions. Industry observers, including wrestling aficionados like Ian Carey, anticipate that the event will foster fan engagement and promote cross-cultural appreciation within the wrestling community.
As Palms Casino Resort and Paragon Talent Group build momentum for Slam Fest, the event’s success could encourage more collaborations across promotions during major wrestling weekends, offering fans richer experiences and broader exposure to global wrestling talent.
STARDOM RETURNS TO LAS VEGAS! 🇺🇸
On Friday, April 17th, #STARDOM comes to The Pearl Theater at The Palms as a part of SLAM FEST!
Tickets go on sale this Friday at 10:00 a.m. PST! pic.twitter.com/pA74wWI0OH
— STARDOM Global (@we_are_stardom) February 25, 2026
