{"id":27903,"date":"2026-08-05T00:20:33","date_gmt":"2026-08-04T19:20:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/usnews-14267fa.ingress-comporellon.ewp.live\/?p=27903"},"modified":"2026-08-05T00:20:33","modified_gmt":"2026-08-04T19:20:33","slug":"royal-rumble-noche-ufc-and-pbr-world-finals-coming-to-arizona","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/usnews-14267fa.ingress-comporellon.ewp.live\/?p=27903","title":{"rendered":"Royal Rumble, Noche UFC and PBR World Finals coming to Arizona"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><script>\r\n  atOptions = {\r\n    'key' : '644b717812d811d6a1c1fc5b6ccd6fa6',\r\n    'format' : 'iframe',\r\n    'height' : 90,\r\n    'width' : 728,\r\n    'params' : {}\r\n  };\r\n<\/script>\r\n<script src=\"https:\/\/www.highperformanceformat.com\/644b717812d811d6a1c1fc5b6ccd6fa6\/invoke.js\"><\/script>\r\n<br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<p><strong>PHOENIX and NEW YORK \u2013 Aug. 4, 2026 \u2013 <\/strong>TKO Group Holdings, Inc., Arizona Sports &amp; Events Alliance and Legends Global today announced that NOCHE UFC, WWE Royal Rumble and the PBR World Finals: Championship will take place in Glendale at Desert Diamond Arena and State Farm Stadium, marking the first confirmed events under the organizations\u2019 multi-year partnership announced this past May.<\/p>\n<p>The seven-event agreement spans three years and marks TKO\u2019s first-ever agreement with a state-level organization spanning UFC, WWE, PBR and Zuffa Boxing, bringing several of TKO\u2019s most high-profile live sports and entertainment properties to one of the country\u2019s leading major-event destinations.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cArizona is proud to be the first state to establish this kind of partnership with TKO, reflecting our commitment to innovative collaborations that create lasting economic opportunity,&#8221; said Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs. &#8220;From hosting world-class sporting events to attracting leading businesses and investment, Arizona continues to prove that we do big things \u2013 and do them well. We&#8217;re excited to partner with TKO to deliver lasting benefits for Arizona residents by driving economic growth, creating opportunity and showcasing everything our state has to offer.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>\u201cArizona is a proven destination for major live events, and Glendale gives us two exceptional venues in State Farm Stadium and Desert Diamond Arena,\u201d said Peter Dropick, Executive Vice President, Event Development and Operations for TKO. \u201cWe look forward to working with the Arizona Sports &amp; Events Alliance and Legends Global to deliver this lineup of marquee UFC, WWE and PBR experiences for fans across the state.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;TKO&#8217;s globally recognized brands have an extraordinary ability to unite passionate fans from around the world through premier live events and media platforms,\u201d said Jay Parry, President &amp; CEO of the Arizona Sports &amp; Events Alliance. \u201cOver the next three years, hundreds of thousands of visitors will travel to Arizona for these signature events, creating an incredible opportunity to showcase our communities and reinforce Arizona&#8217;s reputation as a premier destination for world-class sports and entertainment \u2013 and as a vibrant hub for business and innovation.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>\u201cAs part of this first-of-its-kind partnership, Desert Diamond Arena and State Farm Stadium will host some of the biggest nights in sports and entertainment over the next few years,\u201d said Josh Kritzler, President, North American Venues &amp; Content at Legends Global, which operates the host venues. \u201cOur job is to ensure every fan who walks through the doors has an experience that matches these world-class events. We\u2019re looking forward to working alongside TKO and the Arizona Sports &amp; Events Alliance to deliver on that promise.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><strong>Upcoming schedule of TKO events in Arizona (in chronological order)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>NOCHE UFC \u2013 Desert Diamond Arena, Sept. 12, 2026\u00a0<\/strong><br \/>UFC is set to return to Glendale on Saturday, Sept.12, for a special celebration of Mexican Independence Day with NOCHE UFC. The event carries added significance in Arizona, a state with a prominent Latino presence, deep Mexican-American cultural ties, and a passionate combat sports fan base.<\/p>\n<p>NOCHE UFC will feature a card stacked with Mexican and Latin American talent, including former champions, rising prospects, and fan favorites. In the main event, former interim UFC featherweight champion Yair Rodriguez, one of the most exciting fighters in the sport, will take on Jean Silva, one of the fastest-rising contenders in the featherweight division. Joining them on the card will be former UFC women\u2019s flyweight champion and current No. 3-ranked contender Alexa Grasso, who is set to compete at NOCHE UFC for the third time as she faces No. 2-ranked Manon Fiorot. In addition, former UFC flyweight champion Brandon Moreno, making his first appearance at NOCHE UFC, will face The Ultimate Fighter Season 33 winner Joseph Morales. This will mark the fourth edition of NOCHE UFC and the first at Desert Diamond Arena. Tickets are on sale now at<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ticketmaster.com\/\"> ticketmaster.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>WWE Royal Rumble \u2013 State Farm Stadium, February 2027\u00a0<\/strong><br \/>The 40th annual Royal Rumble will take place in February 2027, marking the first time the WWE Premium Live Event will be held at State Farm Stadium. This will be Arizona\u2019s third time hosting Royal Rumble following previous editions in 2019 and 2013. Royal Rumble will be headlined by the 30-man and 30-woman Royal Rumble Matches, with the winners each receiving a championship match opportunity at WrestleMania 43. Ahead of the general ticket on-sale date, which will be announced in the coming months, fans can register now to receive an exclusive presale offer by visiting <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wwe.com\/royalrumble27\">wwe.com\/RoyalRumble27<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>PBR World Finals: Championship \u2013 Desert Diamond Arena, May 20-23, 2027<\/strong><br \/>PBR World Finals: Championship will be held May 20-23, 2027, bringing one of the most grueling and electrifying championships in sports to a new market as part of a long-term vision to continue growing the sport nationwide. Over four days of high-stakes competition at Desert Diamond Arena, PBR\u2019s top riders and toughest bulls will face off as the sport\u2019s best compete for a world title. Tickets are on sale now at <a href=\"https:\/\/pbrworldfinals.com\/\">PBRWorldFinals.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>PBR has deep roots in the state. The Arizona Ridge Riders are Arizona\u2019s official PBR Team, representing the state in PBR\u2019s team-based bull riding competition and helping elevate Western sports across the region. The team will host Ridge Rider Days at Desert Diamond Arena in Glendale (Oct. 8-10), further strengthening Arizona\u2019s connection to PBR and providing a strong local foundation for the arrival of the PBR World Finals in 2027. (<a href=\"https:\/\/arizonaridgeriders.com\/\">arizonaridgeriders.com<\/a>)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Zuffa Boxing \u2013 Details to be announced<\/strong><br \/>Zuffa Boxing, the new promotion led by Dana White and Nick Khan, which has captured the attention of the boxing world, is also part of TKO\u2019s multi-year partnership with the Alliance. 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