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Review: Lucha Libre at the Arena Coliseo

A giant venue that hosts sporting and entertainment events, the Arena seats as many as 23,300 spectators.
  • Mexican wrestlers take part in a tribute to Mexican fighter Silver King (in poster), who died after collapsing during a show in London, at the Arena Coliseo in Monterrey, Nuevo Leon, Mexico, on May 19, 2019. (Photo by Julio Cesar AGUILAR / AFP) (Photo credit should read JULIO CESAR AGUILAR/AFP via Getty Images)

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Mexican wrestlers take part in a tribute to Mexican fighter Silver King (in poster), who died after collapsing during a show in London, at the Arena Coliseo in Monterrey, Nuevo Leon, Mexico, on May 19, 2019. (Photo by Julio Cesar AGUILAR / AFP) (Photo credit should read JULIO CESAR AGUILAR/AFP via Getty Images)

What's this place about?
A giant venue that hosts sporting and entertainment events, the Arena seats as many as 23,300 spectators. It's best known for hosting Lucha Libre wrestling matches.

Tell us more.
Concerts and various sporting events, plus Lucha Libre, a quintessential local Mexican wrestling experience.

What's the place itself like?
The stadium is sprawling, and although some seats are certainly better than others, it all depends on how much money you're willing to fork out. If you're here because you're a true Lucha Libre fan, make sure to sit in the front row; if you're here to have a fun night out with friends, the cheap seats will do just fine.

Good for families, or leave the kids at home?
Teens will enjoy this experience more than younger kids. And, duh, a rowdy stadium isn't the ideal spot for a sleeping baby.

Anything we should know before looking into tickets?
No matter who's in the ring, know this: Each wrestle will be as entertaining as the next. Lucha Libre is all about the show, so you're guaranteed a good time no matter what.

Why would you recommend it, then?
Come for a fun night out—one you can't get anywhere else besides Mexico City.

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