Dana White Announces 85,000 Free Tickets for UFC Event Near the White House

Sun, 03 May 2026 18:03:00 +0200

UFC President and CEO Dana White revealed plans for a historic UFC event at the White House, coinciding with President Donald Trump's birthday and the country's 250th anniversary. Dubbed 'UFC Freedom 250,' the event will feature a temporary arena for 4,300 spectators, with the majority of tickets reserved for military personnel. Additionally, White announced that 85,000 free tickets will be made available to the general public, who can watch the fights on large screens set up at the Ellipse, a park just south of the White House. The setup will include stages, music, and interactive experiences for attendees. White emphasized that the event will proceed regardless of rain or snow, with only lightning posing a threat to the schedule. The military will provide hourly weather updates in the week leading up to the event, allowing organizers to adjust timing if needed. White expressed enthusiasm about hosting an outdoor event in Washington, D.C., despite his usual preference for controlled i