Dana White showcased how the arena will appear for the upcoming UFC event at the White House, emphasizing that the White House will be visible in the background during fights. The stage is currently being constructed in Europe and will be shipped to Philadelphia before being transported by truck to Washington, D.C., where it will be erected on the South Lawn. White stressed that UFC is funding the entire event without using taxpayer money, presenting it as a gift to America for its 250th anniversary. Over 70,000 people have already applied for tickets through UFCfreedom250.com, with free tickets available for the Ellipse park across from the arena. The event weekend is expected to host more than 100,000 fans across various activities including a two-day fan festival, press conference, weigh-ins, a performance by Zac Brown Band, celebrity guests, and big-screen fight viewing.
