Dana White unveils Oval Office walkout plan for Donald Trump’s UFC fight at White House in June 2026

Dana White, the head of the UFC, has confirmed that a historic fight night will take place on the South Lawn of the White House in Washington, D.C. in June 2026. The event is planned with Donald Trump to mark 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

White said fighters may even walk out from the Oval Office into the Octagon. The fight week will turn the nation’s capital into a stage for fans, concerts, and UFC stars.

Dana White and Donald Trump finalize White House UFC plans

Dana White met with President Donald Trump at the White House in August 2025 to confirm the details. White revealed on Shannon Sharpe and Chad Johnson’s Nightcap podcast that the fight will happen on the South Lawn, with fewer than 5,000 guests allowed in that area.A nearby park will hold 85,000 fans watching on giant screens. Dana White explained: “Do you know what’s probably the most badass thing about that? The fighters will actually walk from the Oval Office into the Octagon.”

The White House event is expected to last an entire week. Press conferences and weigh-ins will happen at the Lincoln Memorial, which is under renovation for a new museum and visitor center. The National Mall will host fan activities, including autograph sessions with UFC fighters and setups where people can try punching bags.

White said the UFC plans to “take over Washington, D.C. for a week” with concerts, shows, and celebrations.

Donald Trump, Ivanka Trump, and UFC fighters join the celebrations

Donald Trump’s daughter, Ivanka Trump, who practices Brazilian jiu-jitsu and follows the UFC, joined planning calls with White and the president in August 2025. She will help shape the event. Though no official fights have been confirmed yet, fighters like Conor McGregor and Jon Jones are said to be interested. Also Read: “Look Back With Regrets”: Serena Williams Told By Coach She Could Have Won More If Fitter After PregnancyOriginally scheduled for July 4, 2026, the fight night was pushed to late June to simplify arrangements. White has said fighters might warm up inside the White House before coming out via The Rose Garden or Oval Office. Fan zones, fireworks, and concerts will help the week-long event combine celebration and sports.Security will be handled by the Secret Service and other agencies because the fights are happening on White House grounds. Dana White and Donald Trump have been close friends for over 20 years, and this event shows their bond and shared love for UFC history.