WWE Fans Freeze Outside Nassau Coliseum as Saturday Night’s Main Event Doors Remain Locked

WWE’s Saturday Night’s Main Event has kicked off with a frosty reception—literally. Fans gathered outside Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum in Uniondale, New York, were left shivering in 20-degree weather as doors, scheduled to open at 6 PM ET, stayed firmly shut well past the designated time.

The delay sparked chaos as fans, many dressed in their favorite WWE gear, stood in long lines with no explanation from event staff. Social media quickly erupted with angry posts as attendees vented their frustrations about being left out in the cold.

One exasperated fan tweeted, “Doors were supposed to open at 6 PM. HUGE long lines of people standing outside.” Another wrote, “6:26 and no open doors yet. #SNME,” capturing the growing impatience. Perhaps the most telling post came from a fan who shared, “It’s 20 degrees on Long Island and doors STILL haven’t opened. Fans are chanting ‘Let us in!’” The chant, reportedly echoing throughout the parking lot, highlighted the mounting anger among the crowd.

While WWE is known for delivering drama inside the ring, the spectacle outside the arena was anything but scripted. Parents with young kids, die-hard fans, and even a few cosplayers were seen rubbing their hands together, attempting to fight off the frigid temperatures as they waited for the event to begin.

This isn’t the first time venue delays have left fans in a bad mood. However, given the freezing weather, the backlash was especially fierce, with many attendees demanding accountability from both WWE and Nassau Coliseum management.

As of now, there has been no official statement from WWE or the venue explaining the delay, leaving many to wonder if this chilly start will overshadow the action-packed card set to take place tonight.