The World Wrestling Entertainment or WWE has just announced last week that it will hold a series of events signaling Wrestlemania in Vegas. This is the first time since 1993 that WWE will be held in Las Vegas, and the events include Raw, NXT Stand and Deliver, and Smackdown.

Las Vegas is all set to become the epicenter of professional wrestling once again as World Wrestling Entertainment officially announced a total of three events leading up to WrestleMania 41. This marks the first time since the year 1993 that the grandest stage of them all will return to the entertainment capital of the world.

The three high-profile events - namely Friday Night SmackDown, NXT Stand & Deliver, and Monday Night Raw - will take place at T-Mobile Arena, surrounding WrestleMania 41 at the Allegiant Stadium on the 19th and 20th of April.

A lineup of electrifying events

The WWE weekend kicks off on Friday, April 18, with SmackDown, airing on the USA Network. This event will give fans one final opportunity to see WWE Superstars in supreme action before the two-night WrestleMania extravaganza.

On Saturday, the 19th of April, ahead of WrestleMania Night 1, WWE will showcase its rising talent with NXT Stand & Deliver. This event, broadcast weekly on The CW Network, highlights the superstars of tomorrow as they compete in high-stakes matchups that often propel them into WWE's main roster.

The final event, Monday Night Raw on the 21st of April, will air on its new home, Netflix. Traditionally regarded as a chaotic and unpredictable night, the post-WrestleMania edition of Raw often sets the tone for WWE's new season, featuring the debuts of fresh talent from NXT and the fallout from the biggest matches at WrestleMania.

Ticket details and expected turnout

Fans eager to secure their seats for the three-day experience can take advantage of a presale for combo tickets starting at 10 am Pacific Time on Wednesday, the 12th of February. Public ticket sales will follow at 10 am PT on the 15th of February, exclusively through AXS.com. Meanwhile, tickets for WrestleMania 41 at Allegiant Stadium remain available.

Las Vegas is preparing for an influx of WWE enthusiasts, with the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority projecting 180,000 attendees over the WrestleMania weekend. With fans flocking to Sin City from around the world, an estimated 144,000 hotel rooms are expected to be occupied, making it one of the largest wrestling-related events in recent history.

A look back: WrestleMania's rocky past in Vegas

While WWE's return to Las Vegas is highly anticipated, the company's last WrestleMania in the city, WrestleMania IX in 1993, remains one of the most controversial in the event's history. Hosted at the Grand Garden of Caesars Palace - essentially a setup in the casino's parking lot - the event failed to deliver the spectacle fans expected.

One of the biggest criticisms came from the unadvertised main event twist. After Yokozuna crushed Bret Hart for the WWF Championship, Hulk Hogan unexpectedly challenged and defeated Yokozuna in a matter of seconds, leaving fans bewildered.

The event also suffered from audio issues, with commentators' voices often drowned out, diminishing the live experience for viewers at home. Additionally, the attendance fell short of expectations, with only 16,891 fans in attendance out of 18,000 available tickets. Many of those tickets were reportedly distributed for free to casino VIPs and contest winners.

Las Vegas gets a second chance at WrestleMania glory

Now, more than 30 years later, WWE is ready to make history again in Las Vegas. With an all-star lineup of events, a massive fan turnout expected, and the anticipation of a stacked WrestleMania card, WWE aims to ensure that WrestleMania 41 leaves an unforgettable mark on Sin City.

While no official matchups have been confirmed yet, WWE legend John Cena has promised to appear, fueling speculation about potential blockbuster bouts. As WWE continues to build anticipation, fans can expect thrilling storylines and shocking surprises as well as an unforgettable weekend of wrestling action.