AEW Secures Favorable Deal for Hosting Expo Center Events

AEW has made strategic decisions behind the scenes, opting to host a series of events at the Arlington Expo Center later this summer, dubbing it the ‘Path To All In’ series.

Reports from WrestleNomics indicate that AEW secured a favorable deal, with a discounted rate of $232,000 to stage events at the venue throughout July and August. The lineup includes five tapings of their Saturday show Collision, with four of those tapings set to air live. Additionally, the ROH Death Before Dishonor pay-per-view is slated to take place at the Expo Center. There’s also speculation of potential additional dates from ROH, coordinated by AEW.

Notably, one term sheet reviewed highlights the significance of Arlington as the chosen location for AEW’s residency, emphasizing the positive impact on the venue and the city’s Entertainment District.

In terms of logistics, city records indicate seating arrangements for 1,290 attendees, with an average ticket price of $45. This translates to a maximum potential gate revenue of $58,080 per event.

During periods when AEW isn’t utilizing the venue, discussions have arisen about the possibility of subletting it to organizations like CMLL or NJPW to host U.S. events. Such collaborations are part of the broader narrative of cooperation between the three companies, anticipated to culminate in a Forbidden Door event later this summer.

What are your thoughts on AEW hosting a series of events at the Arlington Expo Center as part of the ‘Path To All In’ series? How do you feel about the potential collaboration with organizations like CMLL or NJPW, and what impact do you think these events will have on AEW and its fan base? Share your insights and predictions in the comment section below!