Where to watch UFC White House: Start time for fight card on Paramount+ and more info on UFC Freedom 250 event
Where to Watch UFC Freedom 250 at the White House
The UFC’s historic “Freedom 250” event will take place on Sunday, June 14, 2026 on the South Lawn of the White House in Washington, DC. The fight card kicks off at 8 p.m. ET and will be streamed live on Paramount+.
Key Event Details
- Date: June 14, 2026 (Flag Day)
- Location: South Lawn, White House, Washington, DC
- Start time: 8 p.m. ET (all fights)
- Broadcast: Paramount+ (included with any subscription)
- Main event: Ilia Topuria vs. Justin Gaethje – lightweight title bout
Full Fight Card (Seven Bouts)
- Main Event: Ilia Topuria vs. Justin Gaethje (lightweight championship)
- Alex Pereira vs. Ciryl Gane (interim heavyweight championship)
- Sean O'Malley vs. Aiemann Zahabi (bantamweight)
- Josh Hokit vs. Derrick Lewis (heavyweight)
- Michael Chandler vs. Mauricio Ruffy (lightweight)
- Bo Nickal vs. Kyle Daukaus (middleweight)
- Steve Garcia vs. Calvin Kattar (featherweight)
How to Watch on Paramount+
Paramount+ carries every UFC numbered event and Fight Night, so no extra pay‑per‑view fee is required. New subscribers can start at $8.99 per month or $89.99 per year. Simply log in, select the “UFC Freedom 250” live stream, and enjoy the historic fight from any compatible device.
UFC Freedom 250 Fan Fest
A free, ticketed Fan Fest will run on June 13‑14 at The Ellipse, just steps from the White House. The two‑day celebration includes:
- Live music and celebrity appearances
- Interactive fan zones and athlete meet‑and‑greets
- Official weigh‑ins at the Lincoln Memorial (open to the public)
- Free tickets available via a Ticketmaster drawing
What Makes This Event Historic
This is the first combat‑sport event ever staged at the White House and the UFC’s third visit to Washington, DC. The “Freedom 250” name honors the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, turning a national celebration into a global MMA showcase.