The most awaited card in UFC history — the grand event at the White House — now has a scheduled date: June 14, 2026, coinciding with President Donald Trump‘s 80th birthday!
What a way to celebrate a birthday, right?!
The President made the announcement on Sunday during a speech at Naval Station Norfolk in Virginia, stating: “On June 14th next year, we’re going to have a big UFC fight at the White House, right at the White House grounds.”
Trump: “On June 14 next year we’re gonna have a big UFC fight at the White House, right at the White House, on the grounds of the White House.” pic.twitter.com/RJIOKjIhx5
— Aaron Rupar (@atrupar) October 5, 2025
Originally, the event was expected to take place on Saturday, July 4, in honor of the 250th anniversary of America’s independence.
The Octagon and seating arrangements will be constructed on the south lawn of the White House at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue.
It is still uncertain who will be featured on the fight card, but prominent fighters like Conor McGregor and Jon Jones have already expressed their desire to participate.
For his part, UFC president Dana White has assured fans of “the greatest fight card ever put together,” so you can be sure there will be significant star power!
