Folks, grab your Viking helmets and your best Hulk Hogan impersonations because WWE just dropped a bombshell bigger than a WrestleMania main event! Starting in 2026, SummerSlam will be a two-night extravaganza! Yes, you heard that right. Two nights, twice the drama, double the body slams! And where, you ask, will this monumental event be held? None other than the U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, Minnesota!
The big news broke on Thursday morning when WWE PR announced that SummerSlam 2026 will take place on August 1st and 2nd at the home of the NFL’s Minnesota Vikings. A stadium so world-class, it makes Roman Reigns’ entrance look like a backyard BBQ!
WWE Executive Chris Legentil couldn’t contain his excitement, stating, “U.S. Bank Stadium is an absolutely world-class venue, situated in a city with rich wrestling history and an amazing fan base. We’re excited to bring two nights of SummerSlam to Minneapolis in 2026.”
Michael Vekich, Chairman of the Minnesota Sports Facilities Authority, echoed the sentiment, adding, “U.S. Bank Stadium is honored to host WWE’s SummerSlam on Minnesota’s biggest stage in 2026. We look forward to providing a warm welcome and best-in-class experience at U.S. Bank Stadium for WWE Superstars, staff, fans, and guests.”
And that’s not all! Alongside the epic showdown, WWE and the Minnesota Sports and Events commission are planning a slew of “fan and community events” leading up to the big show. It’s like Christmas, but with more spandex and less eggnog!
This announcement comes as a surprise since WWE usually keeps us in the dark longer than The Undertaker’s entrance about event locations. The 2025 SummerSlam location is still a mystery, but hey, who needs a crystal ball when we’ve got this spectacular scoop for 2026?
So, wrestling fans, start planning your trips to the Land of 10,000 Lakes. SummerSlam 2026 is going to be so huge, it might just make the Viking longboats jealous!