How to Watch UFC Freedom 250 at the White House: Start Time, Fight Card, and Streaming Info
The UFC is making history on Sunday night when the Octagon lands on the South Lawn of the White House for UFC Freedom 250.
The event is one of the most unique spectacles in combat sports history, bringing championship fights and some of the UFC's biggest stars to a venue unlike any the promotion has ever used before.
Here's everything you need to know about how to watch UFC Freedom 250 live.
When Does UFC Freedom 250 Start?
UFC Freedom 250 takes place on Sunday, June 14, from the South Lawn of the White House in Washington, D.C.
Coverage begins at 8 p.m. ET.
Where Can You Watch UFC Freedom 250?
The event will stream live on Paramount+.
Unlike the UFC's previous pay-per-view model, UFC Freedom 250 is included with a Paramount+ subscription and does not require an additional event purchase.
Both Paramount+ Essential and Paramount+ Premium subscribers can watch the event live.
Schedule Update: #UFCWhiteHouse live event coverage on @paramountplus will begin at 8pmET pic.twitter.com/qAdGdAbsHd
— UFC (@ufc) June 14, 2026
How Much Does Paramount+ Cost?
Paramount+ currently offers two subscription options.
Plans start at $8.99 per month or $89.99 per year.
One major benefit for UFC fans is that all UFC numbered events, UFC Fight Nights, and a large archive of past fights are included with the subscription price.
There is no separate pay-per-view fee required to watch UFC Freedom 250.
UFC Freedom 250 Main Event and Co-Main Event
The main event features a lightweight title showdown between Ilia Topuria and Justin Gaethje. Gaethje enters the fight after capturing interim gold earlier this year, while Topuria returns to action after an extended absence.
The matchup has quickly become one of the most anticipated fights of the summer following a heated week of trash talk between the two stars.
In the co-main event, Alex Pereira faces Ciryl Gane for the interim heavyweight championship. Pereira has a chance to make UFC history by becoming the first fighter ever to win championships in three different weight classes.
Gane, meanwhile, enters another title fight looking to add UFC gold to his resume.
Full UFC Freedom 250 Main Card
The White House event also features several high-profile matchups:
- Ilia Topuria vs. Justin Gaethje
- Alex Pereira vs. Ciryl Gane
- Derrick Lewis vs. Josh Hokit
- Sean O'Malley vs. Aiemann Zahabi
- Mauricio Ruffy vs. Michael Chandler
- Bo Nickal vs. Kyle Daukaus
- Diego Lopes vs. Steve Garcia
Why UFC Freedom 250 Is Historic
While the UFC has hosted events in arenas, stadiums, and international destinations around the world, Freedom 250 marks the first time the promotion has staged a major event on the White House grounds.
The combination of championship fights, star power, and an iconic venue has made the event one of the most talked-about cards of the year.
For fans wondering how to watch, all the action begins at 8 p.m. ET on Paramount+.
This story was originally published by Men's Journal on Jun 15, 2026, where it first appeared in the Sports section. Add Men's Journal as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
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This story was originally published June 14, 2026 at 8:00 PM.