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The Zac Brown Band will bring country-rock energy to Washington this June as part of the fan offerings around the UFC’s much-talked-about White House event. Fans should expect a mix of live music, fighter appearances and public weigh-ins on the Ellipse the weekend of June 13–14, 2026.
Big names and free music: Zac Brown Band set for UFC Freedom 250 Fan Fest
Organizers confirmed the Zac Brown Band as the headliner for the UFC Freedom 250 Fan Fest on Saturday, June 13, 2026. The free concert takes place on The Ellipse, the public park just south of the White House.
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The following day, June 14, 2026, the UFC’s official fight card will run near the same grounds. The Fan Fest will bridge live entertainment with MMA attractions.
What the Fan Fest will include: music, weigh-ins and more
The event is billed as more than a concert. Attendees can expect a variety of fan-first activities and live programming.
- Live performance by the Zac Brown Band on June 13.
- Public ceremonial weigh-ins featuring fighters from the Freedom 250 card.
- Meet-and-greet opportunities with select UFC athletes and special guests.
- On-stage interviews, fan activations and interactive booths.
- A live watch party for the fights on the nearby South Lawn.
How to attend: registration and access details
Admission to the Fan Fest is free, but entry requires registration. Organizers will run a ticketing or RSVP process for capacity control. Fans should sign up early for a chance to secure access.
Expect security screenings and standard White House event protocols. Arrive early to enjoy pre-show activities and to catch ceremonial weigh-ins.
UFC Freedom 250: the updated fight lineup for the White House event
The marquee matchups for UFC Freedom 250 pair top names across divisions. TKO, the UFC’s parent company, has indicated it will not make profit from the White House event.
- Lightweight: Ilia Topuria (c) vs. Justin Gaethje
- Heavyweight: Alex Pereira vs. Ciryl Gane
- Bantamweight: Sean O’Malley vs. Aiemann Zahabi
- Lightweight: Maurício Ruffy vs. Michael Chandler
- Featherweight: Diego Lopes vs. Steve Garcia
Political backdrop and event origins
Interest in staging a UFC fight at the White House dates back to public comments in 2025 from President Donald Trump. Those remarks helped set the stage for this historic pairing of a presidential venue and a major MMA card.
The combination of a free concert, fighter activations and a nationally televised card has created wide public interest. Fans planning to attend should monitor official UFC channels for registration windows and final logistics.
