Dana White reveals White House event arena setup and details

Dana White has shown how the arena will look for the upcoming UFC event at the White House, stating his only requirement was to have the White House visible in the background during fights. The stage is being constructed in Europe, will be shipped to Philadelphia, then trucked to Washington where it will be erected on the South Lawn of the White House. White emphasized that the UFC is paying for everything with no taxpayer money being spent, calling it a gift to America's 250th anniversary celebration. He stressed the event is not political but about the United States. Over 70,000 people have already applied for tickets at UFCfreedom250.com, with free tickets available for the Ellipse park across from the arena. More than 100,000 fans are expected across fight week events, which will include a two-day fan festival, press conference, and weigh-in ceremony, with the Zac Brown Band performing all day.