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When is the UFC White House card? Date, start time

When is the UFC White House card? Date, start time

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By: Ryan Wohl

The UFC is set to host an event at the White House in Washington, D.C., to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States. The Main Event features an Undisputed Lightweight title fight between Ilia Topuria and Justin Gaethje. Former two-division champion Alex Pereira is moving up to Heavyweight to face Ciryl Gane for the Interim title.

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When is the UFC’s event at the White House?

The UFC’s highly anticipated event at the White House is scheduled for Sunday, June 14, 2026. June 14 is also Flag Day and President Donald Trump’s 80th birthday.

What time is it?

The UFC hasn’t officially announced the time for the White House event. But all of the UFC’s major events with their new broadcast partner have begun at 9:00 p.m. ET with the Main Card.

How to watch?

The UFC’s White House card will air on Paramount+, as their previous events have in 2026. It is expected that a portion of the card will be available on CBS, but those details aren’t available yet. 

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Undisputed Lightweight Title Bout: Ilia Topuria vs. Justin Gaethje

Interim Heavyweight Title Bout: Alex Pereira vs. Ciryl Gane

Bantamweight Bout: Sean O’Malley vs. Aiemann Zahabi

Lightweight Bout: Mauricio Ruffy vs. Michael Chandler

Middleweight Bout: Bo Nickal vs. Kyle Daukaus

Featherweight Bout: Diego Lopes vs. Steve Garcia

Ryan Wohl
Ryan Wohl
Ryan is a University of Arizona graduate and Philadelphia native. Since 2024, he has been a writer for DraftKings Network, primarily covering combat sports. He is a big Philly sports fan and loves to collect sneakers, as well.
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