WWE’s September 4 SmackDown Pulled From Cincinnati’s Heritage Bank Center

WWE’s September 4 episode of SmackDown is on the move. The Heritage Bank Center in Cincinnati, Ohio had been listed as the host venue for that date, but the arena has since removed the show from its schedule, and Ticketmaster is now showing the event as canceled by the organizer.

While the cancellation at Heritage Bank Center is confirmed, it appears WWE is working to secure a new location for the taping rather than scrapping the date entirely. Details on where the show will ultimately land have not yet been made public.

SmackDown tapings are typically announced in specific markets weeks or months in advance, with venue changes of this nature being relatively uncommon — though not unheard of. Scheduling conflicts, arena availability, or logistical factors can prompt a promotion to shift a major television taping on relatively short notice.

Fans who had purchased tickets through Ticketmaster for the Cincinnati date should expect to hear from the ticketing platform regarding refunds or next steps, given the cancellation notice already reflected on the site.

As WWE continues its busy fall schedule building toward the end of 2025, any confirmed replacement venue for the September 4 SmackDown is expected to be announced in the coming days.