It’s been seven long years for fight fans in “The City of Brotherly Love.”
Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) today announced its return to Philadelphia on Sat., Aug. 15, 2026 at Xfinity Mobile Arena, for UFC 330 on the Paramount+ digital network. No word yet on potential headliners; however, an announcement is expected in the coming weeks.
Philly hasn’t seen a UFC fight card since Justin Gaethje flattened Edson Barboza atop UFC on ESPN 2.
Expect local talent (like this surging contender) to make
the lineup.
“Pennsylvania is thrilled to host UFC 330 in Philadelphia, the first time a championship bout is coming back to the Commonwealth in fifteen years,” said Governor Josh Shapiro. “This is a huge year for Pennsylvania – all eyes are on the Commonwealth as we celebrate America 250 and host some of the biggest sporting events in the world in the place where it all started. From UFC and March Madness to the FIFA World Cup and the NFL Draft, we’re excited to host world class sporting events that will bring with them incredible opportunities for our businesses, our communities, and our fans. The Commonwealth is all in and we look forward to welcoming UFC back to Pennsylvania.”
UFC CEO Dana White was on the Pat McAfee show to break the news.
The last numbered fight card to hit Philly was UFC 133 back in Aug. 2011.
“Philadelphia is hosting some of the biggest sporting events this year as part of the celebration of America’s 250th anniversary,” White added. “It’s been fifteen years since the UFC brought a numbered event to the city, so now is the perfect time to go back. Philadelphia has always been a great fight town, and I can’t wait to return.”
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