Overview

• UFC and White House teams are finalizing stage renderings and logistics for the July 4, 2026 celebration on the South Lawn.
• Dana White confirmed that all tickets will be complimentary and strictly invitation-only under Secret Service security protocols.
• UFC President Dana White has ruled out Jon Jones from headlining the landmark event.
• Conor McGregor’s participation remains undecided as the promotion weighs fighter availability and reputational risk.
• Fighters such as Michael Chandler and heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall are under consideration pending USADA clearances.