For the first time in history, the White House will host a UFC event, and it is shaping up to be one of the most remarkable sporting nights ever seen in the United States.
The historic idea, driven by President Donald Trump and UFC CEO Dana White, will bring mixed martial arts to the South Lawn of the White House.
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The event, titled UFC White House, will celebrate the nation’s 250th anniversary and feature a lineup of world title fights unlike anything seen before.
The concept was first introduced by Trump in July 2025 when he revealed his plan to stage a championship card to honor America’s semiquincentennial. He hinted that the event could include eight or nine title bouts, making it the largest championship card in UFC history.
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When and where will UFC White House take place
The event was initially planned for July 4, 2026, to coincide with Independence Day, but it has now allegedly been moved to June 14, 2026.
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The new date will also mark President Trump’s 80th birthday, adding to the symbolism of the occasion. The outdoor spectacle will be held on the South Lawn of the White House, transforming one of the most iconic landmarks in the country into a world-class arena.
The celebrations will begin days earlier, with press conferences and fighter weigh-ins taking place at the Lincoln Memorial. The week-long schedule will combine history, sports, and entertainment, giving fans a once-in-a-lifetime experience ahead of what promises to be the UFC’s grandest event.
How to watch UFC White House
Fans around the world will be able to watch every moment live. In the United States, Paramount+ will stream the entire card as part of the UFC’s new broadcast partnership with Paramount and CBS, worth $7.7 billion.
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Some preliminary fights may also air on CBS, but the main card will stream exclusively on Paramount+.
For viewers in the United Kingdom, the event will air live on TNT Sports via Discovery+.
The global broadcast plan ensures that fans across continents can witness this unprecedented moment in UFC history.
What to expect from the fight card
Although the final lineup is yet to be announced, early indications suggest that Conor McGregor could make his long-awaited return in the main event.
Multiple title fights are expected, creating what Dana White has described as the most ambitious card in the organization’s history.
With the White House as the backdrop, UFC White House will combine sport, spectacle, and symbolism on a level never before attempted.