Overview

• Dana White released official images of a temporary arena on the South Lawn, depicting a roughly 5,000‑seat layout with a towering lighted arch and the octagon framed by the White House and the Washington Monument.
• The White House posted “SEE YOU ON THE SOUTH LAWN” with a UFC tag, a public signal that planning for a one‑off showcase is moving forward.
• The event is positioned as part of the America 250 celebrations in 2026, with some outlets reporting a July 4 target that has not been formally announced.
• MiddleEasy reports Conor McGregor is expected to headline, while Sean O’Malley publicly lobbied for a slot and says he wants another fight first.
• Plans include a separate public watch area outside the grounds, and Daniel Cormier praised the concept after the renderings were released, calling it “the craziest thing of all time.”