Trying to work out when the next UFC event is on, and what time it starts in the UK? You are in the right place. This page is your home for the next card, the UK start time, and everything you need to watch the action live.
We keep this guide updated with the next UFC event, the full fight card, and the broadcast details for UK fans. So whether you are planning a late Saturday night in front of the telly or checking if there is a fight this weekend, everything is right here.
Below you will find the next card, the UK start time, the upcoming schedule and how to watch. New to the sport? Our full guide to UFC rules explains exactly how everything works before you tune in.
When Is the Next UFC Event?
The next UFC event is UFC 330: Makhachev vs Machado Garry. It takes place on Saturday 15 August 2026 at the Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. For UK fans, most of the action takes place overnight into the early hours of Sunday 16 August.
UFC welterweight champion Islam Makhachev defends his title against Ireland’s Ian Machado Garry in the main event. Makhachev enters the fight with a 28-1 professional record, while Garry is 17-1 and looking to become a UFC champion for the first time. The co-main event is another title fight, with Mackenzie Dern defending the women’s strawweight belt against Gillian Robertson.
What Time Does the Next UFC Start in the UK?
UFC start times in the UK depend entirely on where the event is held. Because the promotion runs most of its cards in the United States, UK fans usually face a late night or an early morning. Here is a rough guide to what to expect from a typical US event:
- Early prelims: from around 10pm to 11pm UK time.
- Prelims: from around midnight UK time.
- Main card: from around 2am to 3am UK time.
- Main event walkouts: often between 4am and 6am UK time, depending on the card.
Events staged closer to home are far kinder on the sleep schedule. Cards in Europe or the Middle East can start much earlier for UK viewers. For example, a UFC event in Abu Dhabi might see its main card begin around 6pm to 8pm UK time, while a European card can also land in the early evening. Always check the specific event, as exact timings shift from card to card.
For UFC 330, the early prelims are scheduled to begin at 10pm BST on Saturday 15 August, followed by the prelims at midnight. The main card starts at 2am BST on Sunday 16 August, with Makhachev and Machado Garry expected to make their walks to the Octagon at around 4am BST, although that will depend on the length of the earlier fights.
How to Watch UFC in the UK
In the UK, UFC action is broadcast live on TNT Sports, with events also available to stream through HBO Max. UFC 330 will be shown live on TNT Sports and HBO Max, covering the build-up and action from Philadelphia for UK fans.
The UFC’s Paramount+ broadcast deal applies to viewers in the United States, while UK coverage remains with TNT Sports. For a full breakdown of the viewing options and how to stream the action, see our complete guide on how to watch UFC in the UK.
Upcoming UFC Schedule
Looking further ahead? Here is the current schedule of upcoming UFC events. The UFC releases dates and cards on a rolling basis. It usually confirms fight cards around eight to twelve weeks before each event. Bear in mind that all cards are subject to change:
- UFC 330: Makhachev vs Machado Garry – Saturday 15 August 2026, Xfinity Mobile Arena, Philadelphia.
- UFC Fight Night: Hernandez vs Rodrigues – Saturday 22 August 2026, Golden 1 Center, Sacramento.
- UFC Fight Night: Nurmagomedov vs Song – Saturday 29 August 2026, Oriental Sports Center, Shanghai.
- UFC Fight Night: Hooker vs Parnasse – Saturday 5 September 2026, Accor Arena, Paris.
- UFC 331: Van vs Pantoja 2 – Saturday 19 September 2026, Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles.
UFC 330 is the next event on the calendar and brings two world title fights to Philadelphia. After that, the UFC heads to Sacramento and Shanghai before returning to Europe for UFC Paris on 5 September. The next numbered card after UFC 330 is UFC 331 in Los Angeles, headlined by Joshua Van against Alexandre Pantoja in a flyweight title rematch.
Is There a UFC Event This Weekend?
Yes. UFC 330: Makhachev vs Machado Garry takes place this Saturday, 15 August 2026, at the Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia.
The early prelims begin at 10pm BST on Saturday night, with the prelims following at midnight and the main card starting at 2am BST on Sunday. Islam Makhachev defends his UFC welterweight title against Ian Machado Garry in the headline fight, while Mackenzie Dern faces Gillian Robertson for the women’s strawweight championship in the co-main event.
How UFC Events Are Structured
Every UFC event follows a similar running order. The night opens with the early prelims, moves on to the prelims, and finishes with the main card featuring the headline fights. A typical card includes around ten to thirteen fights across various men’s and women’s weight classes, building towards the main event.
There are two main types of UFC event. Numbered events, such as the upcoming UFC 330, are the marquee cards that usually carry the biggest title fights. UFC Fight Nights are the regular weekly shows, often headlined by a key divisional clash. TNT Sports shows both types in full in the UK, so you never miss a moment.
UFC Betting Markets
Every UFC card offers a deep range of betting markets, from the main event right down to the opening prelim. You can back a fighter to win outright on the moneyline, or explore more specific options for bigger prices. All the latest odds are available through our UFC betting markets.
The most popular markets include the moneyline, method of victory, and round betting. Method of victory lets you bet on how a fight ends, whether by knockout, submission or decision. It often pays out at longer odds than simply backing the winner. Round betting narrows it down further, letting you predict exactly when a finish will arrive. Live in-play betting is also available throughout every card, with the odds updating round by round.
Bookmark this page and check back before every card. We keep the next UFC event, the UK start time and the full schedule updated, so you always know when the next fight is on and how to watch it live.
Updated at: 13 Aug 2026.
