UFC on Paramount+: Where to watch each event as well as everything you need to know to access the fights
UFC is off and running on Paramount after a terrific debut event in January
UFC is the premier mixed martial arts promotion. In 2026, Paramount+ is the exclusive home for everything UFC. From numbered events and UFC Fight Nights to a vast library of the promotion's greatest fights, Paramount+ has fans covered.
The new era got underway with an incredible battle between Justin Gaethje and Paddy Pimblett at UFC 324. Gaethje earned the interim lightweight title for the second time in his career in a thrilling fight that had fans in the T-Mobile Arena buzzing.
Things shift to the other side of the world this week for UFC 325 where featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski takes on Diego Lopes in the main event. The two met last April with Volkanovski earning the decision to claim the vacant title.
Sign up for Paramount+ and watch UFC 325 live on Saturday night for no additional fee -- every UFC numbered event and UFC Fight Night is included with the price of your subscription! Plans start as low as $8.99/month or $89.99/year!
Being a fan of the sport has never been easier. The UFC hits the ground running with their first event in 2026, and we have everything you need to stay involved with the action. We're sure everyone has questions about what is going on this year, so we're here to help answer as many of those as we can.
Let's dive in.
What is the UFC-Paramount deal?
Paramount is the new home of the UFC. All numbered events and Fight Nights will stream exclusively on Paramount+ for the next seven years. The $7.7 billion deal started on Jan. 1 and runs through 2033. It's a monumental move for UFC that makes UFC more accessible than ever. Subscribers can also access a deep library of past UFC fights, learn about new athletes through exclusive interviews, and preview each event with CBS Sports' experts.
How to watch UFC in 2026 and beyond?
Paramount+ is the exclusive home for all 13 marquee UFC numbered events and 30 Fight Nights this year. A monthly or annual Paramount+ subscription is all you need to watch every UFC card for the next seven years. No extra charges are required. You also get access to the streamer's suite of thousands of shows, movies and live sports. Select UFC numbered events might also air on CBS. You can watch your local CBS station on TV through cable, satellite or a digital antenna.
Will UFC events still be pay-per-view events?
UFC on Paramount+ events will not be pay-per-view events. PPVs, rebranded as numbered events, are included with every Paramount+ subscription.
How much will UFC on Paramount+ cost?
There are two available subscription plans. The Paramount+ Essential plan costs $8.99 per month or $89.99 for a one-year subscription. A Paramount+ Premium package -- an ad-free tier with additional perks such as higher quality streaming and access to SHOWTIME -- costs $13.99 per month, or $139.99 for a 12-month subscription. Here's a look at the two Paramount+ subscription plans and what each offers.
