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WWE Announces New SmackDown Event Date at Van Andel Arena on Friday, December 4

Tickets Go On Sale Friday, September 11 at 10AM
09/08/2026
WWE today announced eight new RAW and SmackDown dates in 2026, including a SmackDown event at Van Andel Arena on Friday, December 4. WWE will return to Grand Rapids, MI for one final time this year.

Local presale begins Thursday, September 10 at 10AM. Tickets go on sale to the general public Friday, September 11 at 10AM at VanAndelArena.com.

Additional ticket and event information can be found at WWE.com/Events.

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About WWE
WWE® is the global leader in sports entertainment. The company creates and delivers original content 52 weeks a year to a global audience. WWE is committed to family-friendly entertainment on its television programming, Premium Live Events, digital media, and publishing platforms. WWE's TV-PG programming can be seen in more than 1 billion households worldwide in more than 20 languages through world-class distribution partners including Netflix, ESPN, NBCUniversal, USA Network and The CW. WWE is part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO). Additional information on WWE can be found at wwe.com and corporate.wwe.com.

About Van Andel Arena
Located in the heart of downtown Grand Rapids, Van Andel Arena has served as West Michigan’s premier entertainment destination for over 30 years. The 12,000+ seat arena hosts numerous national touring concerts, family shows, comedy performances, sporting events, and other live entertainment. Van Andel Arena is home to the Grand Rapids Griffins, the Grand Rapids Gold, and the Grand Rapids Rise. Van Andel Arena belongs to a trusted network of Grand Rapids entertainment venues that have been successfully managed for more than 30 years. Van Andel Arena is managed by Legends Global, the world’s leading premium live experiences company. To learn more, visit VanAndelArena.com or follow Van Andel Arena on social.

About Legends Global:
Legends Global is the premier partner to the world's greatest live events, venues, and brands.  We deliver a fully integrated solution of premium services, including feasibility & consulting, owner’s rep, sales, partnerships, venue management, hospitality, merchandise, and content & booking. Through our white-label approach, we keep our partners front and center while leveraging the power of our global network: over 450 venues, 20,000 events, and 165 million guests annually.  To learn more, visit us at www.LegendsGlobal.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram.
WWE Announces New SmackDown Event Date at Van Andel Arena on Friday, December 4
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