UFC 333 announced for Abu Dhabi as global MMA showcase returns to Yas Island in October.

UFC has confirmed its return to Abu Dhabi with UFC 333, a numbered event set to take place at Etihad Arena on Yas Island on Saturday, October 24, 2026.

The event will headline another edition of Abu Dhabi Showdown Week, with Yas Island hosting a programme of fan experiences, activations and MMA-themed entertainment leading up to fight night. Fans are encouraged to register their interest through VisitAbuDhabi.ae for early access to tickets and exclusive hotel packages.

The October show continues the long-standing partnership between UFC and the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi), with the event delivered by Ethara on behalf of DCT Abu Dhabi. Together, they have brought more than 20 UFC events to the emirate since 2010, cementing emirate’s reputation as the world's leading destinations for mixed martial arts and a regular host of the UFC's biggest events.

With UFC 333 now confirmed, attention turns to the announcement of the headline bouts, with fans expecting another world-class card when the Octagon returns to Abu Dhabi in October.