The UFC CEO Dana White and US President Donald Trump have both announced that the UFC will host a live event on the White House Lawn on June 14, 2026.
The UFC fights were initially slated for July 4th, but were moved to June 14th after logistical issues moved the date to 'Flag Day.' June 14th is also Trump's 80th birthday.
This event will be the first professional MMA event on White House grounds, and be a part of the United States' 250th anniversary celebrations.
Fights will take place on the White House's South Lawn, and fighters are supposedly going to walk from the Oval Office to the ring. Roughly 5,000 people are expected to attend the event, and a viewing party will be held at the Ellipse.
The official weigh-ins are planned to be held at the Lincoln Memorial.
Dana White is yet to confirm any fighters for the unprecedented event, and will begin working on the card after UFC 324 on January 14th, 2026.
The event will absolutely be costly for all parties, especially the UFC. White previously stated that replacing the White House grass after the event will cost around $700,000.
