UFC president Dana White told listeners on “The Rich Eisen Show” that the promotion may finally host a fight night in Hawaii once the new arena is ready. White highlighted that Hawaii has been one of the organization’s biggest markets since its inception, yet no UFC event has ever been staged there.

New arena to unlock the market

The New Aloha Stadium, currently under construction in Halawa on the island of Oahu, will feature 31,000 seats and is projected to be completed by March 2029. White believes the modern facility will provide the infrastructure needed for a UFC event, which has previously been lacking.

“When we do UFC Hawaii, people will lose their minds,” White said. He added that the destination’s passionate fan base and the presence of local legends such as former champions Max Holloway, B.J. Penn, and former heavyweight contender Travis Browne make the prospect especially exciting.

Why a Hawaii event matters

Hawaii has produced multiple world champions for the organization, underscoring the state’s deep talent pool and fan enthusiasm. A live event would not only celebrate those athletes but also boost tourism and local business as fans travel to Oahu for the show.

White noted that every staff member involved with the promotion would be eager to work the Hawaii card, reflecting the broader desire within the UFC to expand into markets that have strong cultural ties to the sport.

Looking ahead

While the arena’s completion date is still a few years away, the announcement signals a clear intention from UFC leadership to bring the sport’s biggest stage to the islands. Fans can now anticipate a potential UFC event in Hawaii sometime after 2029, pending final scheduling and logistical arrangements.

Original reporting: Appleton, WI News Feed (HLL/CB) — read the source article.