The Ultimate Fighting Championship is moving closer to staging an unprecedented event at the White House after UFC President Dana White said he and senior executives will travel to Washington, D.C., for a meeting with President Donald Trump to finalise plans. The remarks, made during recent interviews and press appearances, come as preparations for the historic mixed martial arts card advance. 

The card, part of celebrations tied to America’s 250th anniversary, is slated for Sunday, June 14, 2026, on the South Lawn of the White House — a setting never before used for a professional sporting event. White confirmed that matchmaking has begun and that several draft options for fights and production are being considered. He described the event as “unique, special and expensive,” emphasising its significance for both the sport and its historic setting. 

White said he and UFC production head Craig Borsari will sit down with Trump and his team to refine the fight lineup and agree on how the event will be announced. Negotiations over matchups, championship bouts and broadcast strategy are ongoing, with specifics expected to be revealed in the coming weeks. 

The White House UFC card builds on earlier confirmations that the event is officially moving forward after prior meetings between White and the Trump administration. Estimates vary on attendance and format, but organisers have indicated that several thousand spectators will be present, with broader audiences tuning in through media partners. The event’s timing, against the backdrop of national celebrations and the president’s 80th birthday, adds ceremonial weight to the spectacle. 

UFC fighters and fans alike have shown early enthusiasm, with names from across the roster expressing interest in participation once the card’s framework is finalised. As planning progresses, the meeting between White and Trump is expected to shape the final contours of one of the most talked-about events in American sporting history.