WWE’s WWE Slammy Awards will not take place in 2026, marking a change in plans after the company revived the fan-voted event over the past two years.
Following its return in 2024 and a second installment in 2025, many expected the Slammys to once again be part of WrestleMania week. However, that will not be the case this year.
Speaking on the ZELVX and CHARLIE GIRL podcast on April 3, 2026, Cathy Kelley confirmed that the awards show has been dropped from this year’s schedule.
“It’s actually not happening this year, but WWE World is a little bit different, and so there are a lot of other things going on.”
The decision represents a shift from WWE’s recent strategy, which saw the Slammy Awards used as a tool to engage fans through voting and social media interaction while highlighting key moments across the company.
Instead of continuing the awards format, WWE appears to be focusing on WWE World as its primary fan engagement platform during WrestleMania week. The event is expected to feature a variety of activities and experiences, signaling a different approach this year.
With WrestleMania season typically packed with fan-focused programming, the absence of the Slammys stands out, especially given their recent return. It remains unclear whether this is a one-year pause or an indication that WWE may once again move away from the awards concept.
For now, fans should not expect the Slammy Awards to be part of the 2026 WrestleMania festivities.
WWE Slammy Awards Skipped in 2026
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