Alexander Volkanovski expects to show his greatness once more. Volkanovski, savoring his second UFC featherweight title reign in the twilight of his career, defends his crown against Movsar Evloev, the division's most worthy contender, at UFC 333 in Abu Dhabi.
Volkanovski knows his legendary career is reaching the end. He's convinced he'll pencil in such a complete performance against Evloev that it'll look like he turned back the clock. Evloev has a different vision for how the fight will play out. He's waited far too long for this opportunity and plans to take what's his, even if the bittersweet reality is retiring Volkanovski.
Saturday's main event isn't the only story being told at the highest level. UFC bantamweight champion Petr Yan and former champion Merab Dvalishvili complete their trilogy three years after their first fight. Will Dvalishvili reclaim the title and resume his run as the best bantamweight ever, or will Yan prove that the wrong man was bestowed that honor?
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Then in November, the UFC returns to Madison Square Garden with a pair of massive title fights. In the main event, newly crowned heavyweight champion Ciryl Gane looks to defend his title against fast-rising contender Josh Hokit. In the co-main event, the long-awaited showdown between women's bantamweight champion Kayla Harrison and women's GOAT Amanda Nunes is set. The two were originally scheduled for January, but Harrison's injury delayed the fight.
Putting a bow on 2026 is BMF champion Charles Oliveira. "Do Bronx" defends the ceremonial title against an unexpected foe. Two-time featherweight title challenger Diego Lopes makes his lightweight debut against one of the best to ever grace the lightweight division. Their striking and grappling acumen promise a dynamic fight wherever it goes.
Take a look below at the current UFC event schedule for 2026. Be sure to check back on this page for more information on upcoming UFC events throughout the year.
Upcoming UFC Schedule
| Event | Date | Main event | Weight class | Location | TV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UFC 333 | Oct. 24 | Alexander Volkanovski vs. Movsar Evloev | Featherweight title | Abu Dhabi | Paramount+ |
| UFC Fight Night | Oct. 31 | Renato Moicano vs. Tom Nolan | Lightweight | Las Vegas | Paramount+ |
| UFC Fight Night | Nov. 7 | Gabriel Bonfim vs. Sean Brady | Welterweight | Las Vegas | Paramount+ |
| UFC 334 | Nov. 14 | Ciryl Gane (c) vs. Josh Hokit | Heavyweight title | New York City | Paramount+ |
| UFC Fight Night | Nov. 21 | Jiri Prochazka vs. Navajo Stirling | Light heavyweight | Doha, Qatar | Paramount+ |
| UFC 335 | Dec. 12 | Charles Oliveira vs. Diego Lopes | Lightweight | Las Vegas | Paramount+ |
