Wrestlemania to pump $125 million into Orlando-area economy

Axxess fan fest held at Orange County Convention Center

ORLANDO, Fla. – Tens of thousands of wrestling fans are flooding the Orange County Convention Center as part of a series of events surrounding Wrestlemania 33.

Wrestlemania Axxess features dozens of interactive exhibits, memorabilia displays, wrestling matches and autograph sessions with WWE superstars.

The convention is expected to draw in more than 30,000 people leading up to the "Ultimate Thrill Ride" Sunday at Camping World Stadium.

Crews have been working around the clock making sure everything is ready for Wrestlemania, which Orlando is hosting for the second time.

The event is expected to draw in fans from every state and 40 countries around the world.

City officials estimate Wrestlemania will bring more than $125 million into the Central Florida economy. 

WrestleMania 33 begins at 7 p.m. Sunday and will be broadcast live on the WWE Network.

Tickets are still available for many of the events, including Wrestlemania Axxess, which runs through Sunday. 

More information on all of the events can be found on ClickOrlando.com.


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