2026 UFC event schedule: Joshua Van vs. Alexandre Pantoja 2, Umar Nurmagomedov vs. Song Yadong on tap

Islam Makhachev passes the baton to Umar Nurmagomedov on Saturday. Weeks after Makhachev's successful title defense at UFC 330, his teammate Nurmagomedov headlines UFC Fight Night in Shanghai against Song Yadong.

Nurmagomedov and Makhachev are the main flagbearers for their mentors, former UFC champion Khabib Nurmagomedov and the late Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov. Umar Nurmagomedov must deliver with style if he wants to face the winner of Petr Yan vs. Merab Dvalishvili 3. That's because fellow bantamweight Sean O'Malley is also in the title race. Nurmagomedov has a tough test ahead in perennial contender Song, fighting at home for the second time this year.

Weeks later, UFC returns to Los Angeles with another numbered event. Joshua Van and Alexandre Pantoja seek closure after an injury spoiled their last flyweight title fight. In the co-main event, Arman Tsarukyan will likely demand a lightweight title shot with a win over Mauricio Ruffy.

Take a look below at the current UFC event schedule for 2026. Be sure to check back on this page for more information on upcoming UFC events throughout the year.