Overview

• President Trump announced on July 3 at a Salute to America event in Iowa that the UFC fight could draw up to 25,000 spectators on the White House grounds in 2026.
• The championship fight is slated to join a year-long America250 celebration that includes youth 'Patriot Games' competitions and a culminating festival on the National Mall.
• Trump’s close friendship with UFC president Dana White underpins the plan, with White expected to oversee the arena build-out and overall event organization.
• A White House spokesperson said there are no details beyond the president’s initial announcement, underscoring that logistical planning remains incomplete.
• Organizers will need to secure approvals from the National Park Service, local authorities and the Secret Service before moving forward.