Riyadh Season, an entertainment and cultural extravaganza in the Saudi capital, will host a UFC Fight Night in collaboration with UFC, the world’s premier mixed martial arts (MMA) organisation, on  March 2, 2024, it has been revealed.

 

The event will feature a variety of UFC’s most successful and internationally known fighters. UFC CEO Dana White will announce participating athletes in the coming months, said a Saudi Press Agency report.

 

The agreement for this event was signed in the presence of Turki Alalshikh, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Saudi General Entertainment Authority, and Dave Lewis, SVP of Event Operations, Government & Regulatory Affairs for UFC.

 

Riyadh Season's fourth edition will kick off at the end of October, attracting visitors from around the world to Saudi Arabia's capital during the winter months.

 

The season offers a multitude of concerts, exhibitions, dining experiences, and unique entertainment events, with the participation of renowned celebrities and leading brands.