2026 is shaping up to be another landmark year for WWE, as the sports entertainment giant continues to expand its popularity in the U.S. and around the world. Following the launch of WWE’s partnership with Netflix in 2025—making Netflix the exclusive home of WWE Monday Night Raw—the company is entering a new era of distribution.
The conclusion of WWE’s broadcast agreement with Peacock also means a new home for WWE Premium Live Events (PLEs), which will now air on ESPN networks. This guide breaks down everything you need to know about how to watch WWE live in 2026, including weekly WWE programming and how to stream every WWE Premium Live Event.
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How to Watch WWE Live Every Week in 2026
In 2026, WWE will continue its weekly lineup of flagship programming, including WWE Monday Night Raw, WWE Friday Night SmackDown and WWE NXT, along with other shows and affiliated content.
In addition to weekly broadcasts, WWE will host pay-per-view-style Premium Live Events (PLEs) throughout the year. These major events take place in larger arenas and feature the culmination of ongoing storylines from weekly WWE programming.
Here’s where to watch WWE live every week in 2026:
- WWE Monday Night Raw: Mondays at 3 p.m. ET on Netflix
- WWE Friday Night SmackDown: Fridays at 8 p.m. ET on USA Network
- WWE NXT: Tuesdays at 8 p.m. ET on The CW
Where to Watch WWE Premium Live Events (PLEs)
Beginning in 2026, WWE Premium Live Events will move from Peacock to airing exclusively on ESPN networks. However, there will be a few exceptions early in the year, as Peacock will continue to stream select WWE PLEs during the transition period.
WWE PPV Schedule 2026
Below you’ll find a list of the upcoming WWE PLE to watch in 2026 across ESPN networks.
Saturday Night’s Main Event
Date: Saturday, Jan. 24
Start Time: 8 p.m. ET
Where to Watch: Peacock
ROYAL RUMBLE
Date: Saturday, Jan. 31
Start Time: 2 p.m. ET
Where to Watch: ESPN
ELIMINATION CHAMBER CHICAGO
Date: February 28, 2026
Start Time: 6:30 p.m. ET
Where to Watch:
Wrestlemania 42
Date: April 18-19, 2026
Start Time: 7 p.m. ET
Watch on: ESPN
SummerSlam 2026
Date: August 1-2, 2026
Start Time: 8 p.m. ET
Watch on: ESPN
Money in the Bank New Orleans
Date: September 6, 2026
Start Time: 8 p.m. ET
Watch on: ESPN
Unconfirmed WWE Live Events
As official dates are announced, these events will be added to the full 2026 WWE PLE schedule:
- WWE NXT Stand & Deliver
- WWE Slammy Awards Ceremony
- WWE Backlash
- WWE NXT Battleground
- Worlds Collide
- WWE Evolution
- WWE Crown Jewel
- WWE Survivor Series: WarGames
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Frequently Asked Questions
What WWE shows are there?
Fans of WWE can watch the action during WWE Monday Night Raw, WWE Friday Night SmackDown, WWE NXT and even more.
How can I watch WWE Premium Live Events (PLEs)?
In 2026, all WWE PLEs will air exclusively on ESPN.
How do I watch WWE Monday Night Raw?
WWE Monday Night Raw is airing exclusively on Netflix in the United States.
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