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Why some tickets could cost $1.5m for UFC White House show

Why some tickets could cost $1.5m for UFC White House show

Summary

The UFC will hold a special event called UFC Freedom 250 at the White House on June 14 to celebrate 250 years of American independence. Tickets for most viewers will be free or reserved for the military, but a small number of VIP tickets will cost around $1.5 million each.

Key Facts

  • UFC Freedom 250 will take place at the White House’s South Lawn and nearby Ellipse Park.
  • About 4,300 people will watch from the South Lawn, mostly military members.
  • 85,000 tickets will be free for the public to watch from Ellipse Park.
  • A limited number of VIP tickets will cost around $1.5 million each.
  • The VIP package includes special receptions, reserved seating, concerts, and access to other UFC and WWE events.
  • UFC president Dana White said the organization will spend about $60 million on the event.
  • The main fight is between Ilia Topuria and Justin Gaethje for the lightweight title unification.
  • This will be the first professional live sporting event held on White House grounds.
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