UFC Announces White House Fight Card, Unveils $100M Meta Apex Upgrade

Dana White teases major announcement on upcoming White House event and details new partnership to enhance fan experience at UFC Apex venue.

Mar. 3, 2026 at 2:15am

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UFC President Dana White has confirmed he will announce details on the highly anticipated UFC White House fight card this week. Meanwhile, the UFC has also secured a $100 million naming rights deal with Meta to upgrade the UFC Apex venue in Las Vegas, adding new technology and expanded seating to improve the fan experience.

Why it matters

The UFC White House event is generating significant buzz among fans, who have been speculating about potential matchups and the significance of holding a major UFC event at the White House. The partnership with Meta to enhance the UFC Apex also demonstrates the promotion's commitment to innovating the live event experience for fans.

The details

White recently teased that he would have more information to share on the White House fight card this week, after previously confirming plans to start building the card following UFC 324. While initial rumors suggested 6-7 title fights could be featured, fans will have to wait for White's official announcement to get the full details. Separately, the UFC has unveiled a $100 million naming rights deal with Meta (Facebook's parent company) to rebrand the UFC Apex in Las Vegas as the Meta Apex. The upgraded venue will feature Meta's latest innovations like AI, virtual reality, and smart glasses to provide a more immersive experience for fans, who will also be able to attend events regularly at the expanded 1,000-seat arena with improved food and merchandise options.

  • Dana White said he will announce details on the White House fight card 'this week'.
  • The $100 million Meta Apex naming rights deal was recently announced.

The players

Dana White

President of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC).

Meta

The parent company of Facebook, which has secured a $100 million naming rights deal with the UFC to upgrade the UFC Apex venue in Las Vegas.

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What they’re saying

“I will have more information for you guys. Actually, no, this week I should announce the white house fight. This week, I should be announcing it.”

— Dana White, UFC President

What’s next

Dana White is expected to reveal the full fight card and details for the upcoming UFC White House event this week.

The takeaway

The UFC continues to innovate and expand its reach, securing a major partnership with Meta to enhance the fan experience at the UFC Apex while also teasing a highly anticipated fight card at the White House that is generating significant buzz among MMA fans.