WWE SmackDown will temporarily move to a different network for two episodes in February 2026 due to the Winter Olympics. The wrestling show will not air on the USA Network on February 13 and February 20, as confirmed by a spokesperson from USA Network. Instead, it will broadcast on Syfy during these dates.
Both USA Network and Syfy are part of the NBC Universal family, which facilitates this network shift whenever conflicts arise with sporting events. Syfy has previously served as the home for WWE programming under similar circumstances. The episodes airing on Syfy will maintain the three-hour format, running from 20:00 to 23:00 Eastern Time, consistent with SmackDown’s regular schedule.
Event Locations and Return to USA Network
The episodes will be filmed in two major cities: Dallas, Texas, and Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Following these two broadcasts, SmackDown will return to its original network, USA Network, on February 27, 2026, just ahead of the Elimination Chamber event.
The Winter Olympics are set to begin on February 6 and conclude on February 22, creating significant competition for viewership among wrestling shows during this period. Outside of the United States, fans can continue to watch these episodes live on Netflix, ensuring that the global audience remains engaged despite the network changes.
This transition reflects WWE’s adaptability to scheduling conflicts while maintaining its commitment to delivering consistent programming to its audience.