AEW, Joe Hand Promotions announce multi-year extension of partnership

AEW and Joe Hand Promotions are continuing their long-term partnership for commercial PPV distribution.

Since the promotion’s inaugural year in 2019, AEW and Joe Hand Promotions have partnered together to make AEW pay-per-views available at businesses like bars, casinos, and restaurants — including airing at Dave & Buster’s locations. It was announced today that AEW and Joe Hand Promotions have reached a multi-year extension of that partnership, with Joe Hand Promotions continuing to be AEW’s exclusive PPV commercial distribution rights partner in the United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico.

“The partnership offers commercial establishments flexibility and accessibility to AEW events with a variety of ways to show them, including leading satellite providers DIRECTV for BUSINESS and DISH, select cable networks via iNDemand, and streaming,” a press release said. “The agreement also focuses on enhancing AEW’s brand presence with impactful point-of-sale materials and leverages experiential marketing opportunities. AEW’s continued collaboration with Joe Hand Promotions supports hospitality venues like Dave & Buster’s and other businesses, helping drive traffic through co-branded campaigns that captivate fans and deliver memorable customer experiences.”

The announcement was made in advance of AEW’s Revolution PPV taking place this Sunday (March 9).

“We are excited to extend our partnership with Joe Hand Promotions to bring AEW events to commercial establishments in the United States,” Tony Khan said. “AEW pay-per-views are consistently the most exciting events in professional wrestling, and that tradition will continue at AEW Revolution on Sunday, March 9.”

“We’re thrilled to extend our partnership with AEW to bring their events to commercial venues and fans across [North] America,” said Joe Hand III, the president of Joe Hand Promotions. “AEW’s electrifying performances and compelling storytelling captivate fans around the world, and we’re proud to help expand their reach while delivering exceptional entertainment experiences to establishments.”

Revolution is being held at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. The main event will be Jon Moxley vs. Cope for the AEW World Championship.

WrestleMania 38, future WWE PPVs to air at Dave & Buster’s

WWE has announced a new way for fans to watch WrestleMania 38 and future pay-per-view events.

It was announced today that WWE has partnered with Joe Hand Promotions to bring WWE PPVs to Dave & Buster’s locations nationwide. The partnership will begin with WrestleMania 38 this Saturday and Sunday.

Dave & Buster’s is a restaurant and entertainment chain with over 140 locations in the United States.

“Dave & Buster’s is a staple of fun and entertainment and that matches the energy of WWE Premium Live Events such as WrestleMania,” said Emilio Revelo, WWE Vice President. “We are excited about this year-round partnership and meeting new and existing fans at a place they truly enjoy.”

“We’re excited to help expand WWE’s audience and bring WWE Premium Live Events into all Dave & Buster’s locations,” said Joe Hand, Jr., President, Joe Hand Promotions. “Through this great partnership, families and friends can gather and watch their favorite WWE Superstars in a great atmosphere with delicious food and drink options at any of the more than 140 Dave & Buster’s locations.”

“With dozens of huge TVs, projectors, and many locations featuring our 40 foot LED Wow Walls for showing premium entertainment, there’s no better experience for watch parties than Dave & Buster’s! With this partnership, we’re incredibly excited to tune those screens to WrestleMania 38, as well as all the other great WWE shows and events,” said Kevin Bachus, Sr. Vice President of Entertainment and Games Strategy, Dave & Busters. “We look forward to welcoming WWE fans into their new clubhouse, where they can gather with other likeminded fans, enjoy great food and drinks, and never miss a minute of the action on screen.”

WrestleMania 38 is a two-night event that’s taking place at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas this Saturday and Sunday. The show is airing live on Peacock/WWE Network and will also be available to watch at select movie theaters.