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SteelStacks Smackdown: Professional wrestling to return to Bethlehem

SteelStacks Smackdown III
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Wrestling show SteelStacks Smackdown III will return to Musikfest Cafe at ArtsQuest Center at SteelStacks.

BETHLEHEM, Pa. — A professional wrestling show that has drawn more than 1,000 spectators will return to Musikfest Cafe, it was announced Wednesday.

SteelStacks Smackdown, which presenter Lehigh Valley Apparel Creations described as its "biggest live show yet featuring the finest talent from across the independent wrestling scene and television," will be at 6:30 p.m. Oct. 5 in Musikfest Cafe at ArtsQuest Center at SteelStacks.

Tickets, which include a pre-show mingle session, are $20-$50 available at SteelStacks.org. The show will be for all ages when accompanied by a parent or guardian.
ArtsQuest release

Tickets, which include a pre-show mingle session, are $20-$50 available at SteelStacks.org. The show will be for all ages when accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Before the event, patrons can hang out with LVAC stars, and premium options and merchandise will be available for purchase.

You'll also be able to get a photo with or an autograph from your favorite LVAC wrestler.

'Bring superstars to our hometown'

The first SteelStacks Smackdown in 2022 drew an audience of nearly 1,000. SteelStacks Smackdown II returned in 2023.

“Since our first event in 2018, LVAC has always strived to build partnerships with unique and exciting venues that could not only house our unique style of sport and entertainment but serve to enhance the experience of both performer and audience member alike,” LVAC owner Chris Regec said.

“While it’s a little more traditional than an abandoned Foot Locker or a retro drive-in theater, the Musikfest Café fits perfectly into this story."
LVAC owner Chris Regec

“While it’s a little more traditional than an abandoned Foot Locker or a retro drive-in theater, the Musikfest Café fits perfectly into this story."

The wrestling shows began at the Sokols Club up on South Mountain — a watering hole with roots that lead right to the blast furnaces behind Bethlehem’s crown jewel of live event spaces.

"It’s been an honor to partner with the team at ArtsQuest as we show the people of the Lehigh Valley just how much fun professional wrestling can be.

“Getting the opportunity to bring so many great superstars to our home in Bethlehem has truly been a pleasure."