Royal Rumble 2026 took place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, at Riyadh Season Stadium in the King Abdullah Financial District.

Quick Scoop

  • City & country: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
  • District/area: King Abdullah Financial District (KAFD), as part of the Riyadh Season festivities.
  • Stadium name: Riyadh Season Stadium, a temporary outdoor venue built in KAFD.
  • Date held: Saturday, January 31, 2026.
  • Notable fact: It was the first Royal Rumble ever held outside North America.

Why this location mattered

  • WWE branded the show as “Royal Rumble: Riyadh,” tying it directly to the Riyadh Season mega‑event in Saudi Arabia.
  • The move continued WWE’s long‑term partnership with Saudi Arabia to host major premium live events there.
  • Using Riyadh Season Stadium in KAFD let them stage the event in a large, purpose-built outdoor venue while showcasing one of the city’s flagship new districts.

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