UFC fighting cage rises on White House lawn for US and Trump celebrations
A UFC fighting cage is being constructed on the White House lawn to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States and President Donald Trump's 80th birthday. The event will take place on June 14, 2026, and is expected to attract significant public interest, with 85,000 free tickets available. This project is part of a series of celebrations, including an IndyCar race and a state fair on the National Mall.
- ▪The UFC bout will mark the 250th anniversary of the US and President Trump's 80th birthday.
- ▪The octagon-shaped cage will be surrounded by temporary seating for thousands of spectators.
- ▪Trump has stated that the finished project will feature a 5,000-seat arena right outside the White House.
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Sport|Mixed Martial ArtsUFC fighting cage rises on White House lawn for US and Trump celebrationsThe UFC bout at the White House marks the 250th anniversary of the US and President Donald Trump’s 80th birthday.ListenListen (3 mins)SaveClick here to share on social mediashare-nodesSharefacebookxwhatsapp-strokecopylinkgoogleAdd Al Jazeera on GoogleinfoEquipment being placed on the South Lawn of the White House before UFC fight as part of America 250 celebrations, May 26, 2026 [Mark Schiefelbein/AP Photo]By The Associated PressPublished On 27 May 202627 May 2026Yet another White House construction project is under way in the United States, though this one is meant to be only temporary.Crews are erecting an octagon-shaped cage on the South Lawn that will host next month’s Ultimate Fighting…
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