Arizona welcomes major MMA, WWE, and PBR events through 2027
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 9:36 PM
Last updated Aug 4, 2026
The Arizona Sports & Entertainment Alliance has announced a seven-event agreement with TKO Group Holdings, including Noche UFC on September 12, the WWE Royal Rumble in February 2027, and the PBR World Finals from May 20-23, 2027. This partnership highlights Arizona's growing status as a key location for significant sports events. TKO, the parent company of the UFC, WWE, and PBR, is hosting these events at venues such as Desert Diamond Arena and State Farm Stadium. UFC president Dana White confirmed the move of Noche UFC from Las Vegas to Phoenix aims to provide fans more accessible options for major events. Tickets for various upcoming events, including a U.S. Men's National soccer team match against Mexico on October 3, also go on sale soon.
- •Noche UFC to take place on September 12 at Desert Diamond Arena.
- •WWE Royal Rumble scheduled for February 2027 at State Farm Stadium.
- •PBR World Finals to be held from May 20-23, 2027.
- •U.S. Men's National team faces Mexico on October 3 at State Farm Stadium.
- •Tickets for the U.S. vs. Mexico match go on sale August 7.
- 9:36 PMYahoo Sports — Major events headed to Valley. UFC, WWE, pro bull riders and soccer
"The Arizona Sports & Entertainment Alliance celebrated its seven-event, three-year deal with TKO on Tuesday, Aug. 4, at State Farm Stadium.
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