Returning to Etihad Arena, UFC’s 19th event in Abu Dhabi will take place on 26 October.
Another action-packed night is on the cards as the Ultimate Fighting Championship has just announced its return to the capital — UFC 308 is set to take over Etihad Arena on 26 October, as confirmed by the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi).
For UFC 308, fan favourite Abu Dhabi Showdown Week is set to return for a seven-day series of citywide events with dedicated fan events, concerts, hotel promotions, F&B offerings, star-studded events and much more, cementing the city as one of the region’s leading entertainment hotspots. This marks not only the 19th event hosted by the world’s premier mixed martial arts organisation, but also the second event scheduled to take place this year following UFC Fight Night on Saturday, 3 August.
The events are the product of the longstanding partnership between UFC and DCT Abu Dhabi, which was expanded last year to include UFC returning to the region with multiple events throughout the year. These have rapidly become a staple on the global fight calendar as well as in the region, where fans have witnessed iconic clashes of superstar UFC athletes over the years, Islam Makhachev and Charles Oliveira included.
“We are thrilled to be hosting another exhilarating UFC event in Abu Dhabi,” says H.E. Saleh Al Geziry, Director General for Tourism at DCT Abu Dhabi. “Over the past five years, the UAE capital has staged unforgettable fights and witnessed the rise of champions, leaving an everlasting memory for fans around the region and the world. I personally cannot wait to experience UFC 308 firsthand, which further underlines Abu Dhabi’s status as the international fight capital.”
VIP Experience packages will be available soon via On Location, UFC’s official VIP Experience provider — you’ll be able to enjoy exclusive access with an official ticket package that can feature premium seating, VIP access to weigh-ins, all-inclusive hospitality, meet-and-greets with UFC athletes and more. In the meantime, register your interest for early access and news via etihadarena.ae.
DSCVR: UFC 308, Etihad Arena, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi. @etihadarena.ae
