UFC and Galaxy Entertainment Group (GEG) have announced a strategic multi-event partnership that will bring three UFC Fight Night events to Macau between 2026 and 2029.
All events will take place at the Galaxy Arena, one of the largest indoor venues in the city, reinforcing Macau’s role as a hub for international sports and entertainment.
The agreement was unveiled following the sold-out UFC Fight Night: Yan vs Figueiredo in 2024, UFC’s fourth event in Macau since 2012. The collaboration comes at a time when Macau’s six gaming concessionaires are required to expand their investment in non-gaming projects as part of their license obligations, including the promotion of sports and cultural activities to diversify the city’s tourism offering.
Under the partnership, the first fight week in 2026 will also feature the opening round of Road to UFC Season 5, a tournament designed to showcase Asia-Pacific’s emerging mixed martial arts (MMA) talent. The initiative has already propelled 18 Asian fighters to UFC contracts, including China’s Zhang Mingyang, Shi Ming, and Wang Cong.
Dana White, UFC President and CEO, emphasized the significance of the agreement, stating: “I’ve just returned from China and everything about it was incredible—the culture, the people and the athletes. This new partnership with Galaxy Macau couldn’t come at a better time. It’s great for fight fans in China and massive for the sport.”
Kevin Chang, UFC Senior Vice President and Head of Asia, added: “In 2026, Macau will be the launchpad to UFC in Asia. Building on our wildly successful 2024 event, this long-term partnership with Galaxy Macau solidifies our commitment to this region and its passionate fans.”
Kevin Kelley, Chief Operating Officer of GEG in Macau, said the partnership supports the local government’s vision of integrating sports and tourism: “MMA fans in Macau will now have the chance to witness top-tier action right here at home, while visitors can enjoy the city’s rich culture, cuisine, and entertainment alongside unforgettable fight experiences.”
The announcement follows strong demand for UFC events in China, underscored by back-to-back sold-out fight nights in Macau and Shanghai. With UFC now tied to Galaxy Macau for multiple events, the city is set to further strengthen its profile as a destination for world-class sports entertainment.
