Card Subject To Change: Big Shows All Weekend
Good morning!
It’s Preakness Weekend in Baltimore and a championship-caliber weekend for independent wrestling across the Mid-Atlantic. From high-stakes tournaments to rare superstar appearances, the region is stacked with action from Friday through Sunday.
Welcome to the latest edition of Card Subject To Change – your Friday guide to everything happening in live pro wrestling across the Mid-Atlantic and beyond.
Philadelphia is especially busy this weekend. The NWA Crockett Cup happens at the 2300 Arena, John Cena makes a rare fan appearance at Fan Expo Philadelphia, and multiple live wrestling events are happening throughout the expo itself.
Maryland delivers in a big way too. Adrenaline Championship Wrestling kicks things off with The Brewery Brawl in Baltimore, Game Changer Wrestling makes its state debut on Saturday in Joppa, and C3W returns Sunday with May Day Massacre in Jessup.
And that’s just part of it. There are standout shows across New York, New Jersey, West Virginia, Virginia, and more. Whether you’re traveling or staying local, there’s no shortage of suplexes and surprises waiting for you.
If you're looking for even more action, check out Phil Stamper’s independent wrestling calendar – the most comprehensive and up-to-date indie wrestling guide anywhere.
Scroll down for the full list of events – click the links, get the info, and make your plans to support live pro wrestling this weekend.
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This Weekend's Live Pro Wrestling
💥 = Live pro wrestling event 🎟️ = Fan convention / meet-and-greet appearance
Today - Friday, May 16
💥 Baltimore, MD: Adrenaline Championship Wrestling brings The Brewery Brawl to Checkerspot Brewing Company and ECW legend Sandman is special guest – Visit the event page for ticket details and more.
💥 Boonton, NJ: Independent Superstars of Pro Wrestling hosts Bash at Boonton: Thrash for Tri-Town at Boonton High School - this event has been postponed.
💥 Buffalo, NY: Empire State Wrestling returns with BrawlFest 2025 at Buffalo RiverWorks – Learn more about the card, tickets, and featured talent.
💥 Philadelphia, PA: Labor of Love kicks off Fan Expo weekend with live pro wrestling at the Pennsylvania Convention Center – Full details available here.
Saturday, May 17
💥 Joppa, MD: Game Changer Wrestling makes its Maryland debut with Big Time at RJ Meyer Arena – Click to see the lineup and secure your spot.
💥 Ridgefield Park, NJ: Pro Wrestling Magic rolls out American Pie at the Phil Sheridan Building – Tap to see who’s wrestling and how to attend.
💥 Toms River, NJ: Titan Championship Wrestling unleashes Rise of the Titans at St. Barbara Greek Orthodox Church PAC – Click for more details and ticket access.
💥 Horseheads, NY: Xcite Wrestling brings the heat with Anger Management at The X2 at Arnot Mall – Check out what’s planned for the show.
💥 Poughkeepsie, NY: Awesome Championship Wrestling stages Aftershock – Battle for the Belts at the MJN Convention Center – Visit now for card updates and seating info.
🎟️ Whitestone, NY: Isla Dawn appears for a meet and greet at Red Parrot Restaurant & Bar – See appearance details and timing here.
🎟️ Whitestone, NY: Bea Priestley (fka Blair Davenport) meets fans at Red Parrot Restaurant & Bar – Find out how to meet her here.
🎟️ Whitestone, NY: Aleah James joins a special meet and greet at Red Parrot Restaurant & Bar – Learn more about this appearance.
💥 Bethlehem, PA: LVAC delivers High School Hang Out! at Freedom High School – Tap here for matches, appearances, and more.
💥 Coraopolis, PA: Keystone State Wrestling Alliance runs a fundraiser event at MJ’s Steel City Saloon – Explore the listing for ticket and time info.
🎟️ Philadelphia, PA: John Cena will make a special appearance at Fan Expo Philadelphia at the Pennsylvania Convention Center – Don’t miss details on how to meet him.
💥 Philadelphia, PA: Labor of Love returns to the Pennsylvania Convention Center for a second day of action at Fan Expo – Click here for additional information.
💥 Philadelphia, PA: The National Wrestling Alliance presents the prestigious Crockett Cup at the 2300 Arena, where WWE Superstar Natalya is scheduled to be in action – View matches, teams, and ticket links here.
💥 Washington, PA: International Wrestling Cartel presents Wrestling at the Ballpark 2025 at EQT Park – Get show info and seating details here.
💥 York, PA: Valour Professional Wrestling showcases Animal House at the Vonie B. Grimes Gym – Tap for match announcements and access info.
💥 Powhatan, VA: Mid-Atlantic Territory Wrestling hosts Fairground Fury at the Powhatan Fairgrounds – Get the full rundown on this fairground event here.
💥 Nitro, WV: Maximum Velocity Wrestling observes Memorial Day with Remembering the Fallen II at Cutting Edge Athletics – Click to view the full event announcement.
💥 Ridgeley, WV: Elite Pro Wrestling Alliance is back in action at the Short Gap Volunteer Fire Department – Learn more about what’s in store.
Sunday, May 18
💥 Jessup, MD: C3W and MWE team up for May Day Massacre at 8844 Washington Blvd – See the full card and event details here.
💥 Ridgefield Park, NJ: ETU Wrestling presents Whatever It Takes at The Mecca – Get tickets and match listings now.
💥 Rochester, NY: Game Changer Wrestling presents Run For It at Water Street Music Hall – Click to learn who’s competing and how to attend.