PRODUCE has announced a pause in its touring schedule, postponing upcoming dates in Florida and Montreal while confirming that two previously planned partner events in New York will proceed as scheduled this month.

The promotion said it has made the decision to reset its plans and focus on a return in 2027. PRODUCE is currently targeting February 25, 2027, for its next major event, PRODUCE: Most Wanted, at The Vermont in Los Angeles.

The announcement affects dates that had been advertised in New York, Florida, and Canada, though the New York shows are not part of the postponement. PRODUCE will move forward with PRODUCE x Assembly in Kingston, New York, on November 14, followed by a Lucha Fresca partner show in Brooklyn on November 15.

Tickets purchased for the affected New York, Florida, and Montreal events will be refunded, the promotion stated. Fans with questions concerning PRODUCE Season 2 purchases or the refund process have been directed to contact MyAEW customer support.

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New York partner shows remain on the calendar

The most immediate takeaway from PRODUCE’s update is that its November 14 and November 15 commitments will still take place. The Kingston event is being presented in partnership with Assembly, while the Brooklyn date is tied to Lucha Fresca.

Those shows will now serve as PRODUCE’s final scheduled live appearances before the planned reset. Rather than cancel every remaining obligation outright, the company has chosen to honor its two New York partner dates while stepping back from the broader run of events that had been planned beyond that weekend.

That distinction matters for attendees who have made plans around the November schedule. Fans heading to Kingston and Brooklyn should still expect those cards to move ahead, while those holding tickets connected to the postponed dates should receive refunds.

PRODUCE did not announce replacement dates for the Florida and Montreal events. Its statement instead positioned the February 25 Los Angeles show as the next destination for the brand’s live-event activity.

Family medical circumstances and rising costs cited

In explaining the move, PRODUCE pointed to several challenges facing the project. The company cited unexpected family medical circumstances as its primary concern, while also noting increased travel expenses, advances, and continued uncertainty across the live-events business.

“This was a difficult decision to make,” PRODUCE said, describing the reset as the most prudent path toward protecting the project’s long-term health.

The statement makes clear that the decision was not framed as an ending for PRODUCE. Instead, the promotion described the pause as an effort to return with new partners and a more sustainable plan in place for 2027.

Independent wrestling promotions regularly face a demanding balance between ambition and logistics. Touring requires extensive coordination involving transportation, lodging, venue commitments, talent availability, promotion, and advance costs. When travel expenses rise and the live-event market becomes less predictable, those pressures can escalate quickly. PRODUCE’s announcement specifically identified those economic concerns alongside its family situation.

By postponing the Florida and Montreal dates rather than forcing ahead under difficult circumstances, PRODUCE is attempting to give itself time to rebuild its approach. The promotion said it wants to move forward with greater intention and with new partners as it plans for the next phase of the project.

Content, collaborations, and fighter opportunities planned during hiatus

While live touring is being paused, PRODUCE said it does not intend to disappear completely during the break. The company plans to work with its creative team and promotional partners on content releases, collaborative shows, and opportunities for its fighters.

That means the coming months could still feature PRODUCE-related activity even without a full schedule of standalone events. No specific content releases, matches, talent appearances, or collaborative cards were announced alongside the statement, so the scope and timing of those efforts remain to be seen.

Still, the commitment to keep working with fighters is notable. A hiatus in live events can create uncertainty for everyone connected to an independent promotion, particularly wrestlers who benefit from regular bookings and visibility. PRODUCE’s message suggests it will seek avenues to maintain creative activity and help provide opportunities during the reset period.

The company also emphasized its intention to work through the pause with its existing creative and promotional network. That approach could allow PRODUCE to remain connected to its audience before it resumes live events next year, even if the exact form of that presence has not yet been defined.

Most Wanted set for Los Angeles

PRODUCE’s announced return point is The Vermont in Los Angeles, where PRODUCE: Most Wanted is scheduled for February 25, 2027. The event gives the promotion a clear marker for its comeback after the postponed dates and its intervening break from touring.

Los Angeles will therefore become central to the company’s next chapter. PRODUCE did not reveal a card, participating wrestlers, ticket details, or additional event plans for Most Wanted. With several months between the November partner shows and the February return date, there will be time for the promotion to establish the direction of the event and disclose more information.

The selection of a named event also signals that PRODUCE is planning more than a quiet resumption of activity. By attaching the return to Most Wanted, the company has given fans a specific show to anticipate while it reevaluates the structure of its touring operation.

For now, February 25 is the only newly confirmed future live date included in PRODUCE’s announcement. The statement did not address whether Florida, Montreal, or other markets will be revisited after the Los Angeles event.

What fans need to know

  • PRODUCE is postponing upcoming tour dates, including previously announced stops in Florida and Montreal.
  • PRODUCE x Assembly remains scheduled for November 14 in Kingston, New York.
  • The Lucha Fresca partner show remains scheduled for November 15 in Brooklyn, New York.
  • Tickets for the affected New York, Florida, and Montreal dates will be refunded.
  • Questions about PRODUCE Season 2 purchases and refunds should be directed to MyAEW customer support.
  • PRODUCE plans to return on February 25, 2027, with PRODUCE: Most Wanted at The Vermont in Los Angeles.

The reference to refunds for New York tickets comes alongside the confirmation that the two partner shows are still moving forward. Fans with tickets should pay close attention to the specific event listed on their purchase and seek support through the designated customer-service channel if there is any confusion about refunds or Season 2 purchases.

PRODUCE closed its message by thanking its audience for its support and patience, adding that it intends to return stronger. The promotion’s next immediate focus is clear: complete the two New York partner dates, handle the refund process for postponed events, and spend the ensuing period preparing for the Los Angeles comeback.

There are still unanswered questions about what PRODUCE’s restructured operation will look like in 2027, who its new partners may be, and whether the postponed markets will eventually receive replacement events. Those details were not included in the announcement. What has been established is that PRODUCE sees this pause as a reset rather than a conclusion.

For independent wrestling fans, the November 14 and 15 shows provide one last opportunity to see PRODUCE involved in live events before the break. After that, attention will turn toward Los Angeles and Most Wanted, the event currently slated to begin the promotion’s next live chapter on February 25, 2027.

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