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Trump Sets June 14, 2026 Date for UFC Event on White House South Lawn

UFC says no bouts are booked as planning centers on security, staging, turf repairs and broadcast details tied to the America250 showcase.

Overview

  • President Trump announced the White House card for June 14, 2026, a Sunday that is also his 80th birthday and part of America250 celebrations.
  • UFC CEO Dana White said matchmaking will start in February 2026 and rejected claims that any fighters, including Conor McGregor, are already signed.
  • The octagon is slated for the South Lawn, with the White House previously outlining weigh-ins at the Lincoln Memorial and fan activities across the National Mall.
  • Secret Service constraints are expected to cap on‑site attendance at under 5,000, with organizers exploring larger off‑site viewing areas.
  • White said the UFC will spend about $700,000 to replace damaged South Lawn grass, calling the South Lawn production the promotion’s most challenging to date.