UFC San Diego 2027: current status
San Diego last hosted the UFC in 2022. It is not a yearly fixture, so any 2027 event would come from a fresh announcement — which is exactly what our alert is built to catch.
We only publish a 2027 date, venue or fight card for San Diego once it is officially confirmed by the UFC. Until then, this page tracks the city's UFC record so you know what to expect — and our free alert tells you the moment tickets are announced.
UFC in San Diego: the full history
The UFC first came to San Diego on December 13, 2006 with UFC Fight Night: Sanchez vs. Riggs at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar. The card was headlined by Sanchez and Riggs.
Since then the city has hosted 4 UFC events, all of them Fight Night or TV-level cards. The most recent was UFC on ESPN: Vera vs. Cruz on August 13, 2022, with Vera facing Cruz in the main event.
The biggest crowd on record for a UFC event in San Diego is 12,804, set at UFC on ESPN: Vera vs. Cruz (2022, Pechanga Arena).
Every UFC event held in San Diego
| Event | Date | Venue | Attendance |
|---|---|---|---|
| UFC on ESPN: Vera vs. Cruz | August 13, 2022 | Pechanga Arena | 12,804 |
| UFC Fight Night: Mir vs. Duffee | July 15, 2015 | Pechanga Arena | 5,471 |
| UFC Live: Jones vs. Matyushenko | August 1, 2010 | Pechanga Arena | 8,132 |
| UFC Fight Night: Sanchez vs. Riggs | December 13, 2006 | Marine Corps Air Station Miramar | 3,000 |
Source: public UFC event records (Wikipedia, list of UFC events). Attendance as reported; “closed to the public” = events held without fans.
UFC venues in San Diego
If the UFC returns to San Diego in 2027, Pechanga Arena is the obvious favourite — it has hosted more UFC events here than any other building.
| Venue | UFC events | Years | Best attendance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pechanga Arena | 3 | 2010–2022 | 12,804 |
| Marine Corps Air Station Miramar | 1 | 2006 | 3,000 |
UFC San Diego 2027 ticket prices
Until an event is announced there is no official price list. What we can give you is a realistic range based on how the UFC prices its cards, converted to USD. Numbered events (the pay-per-view-level cards with title fights) cost noticeably more than Fight Night cards.
| Seating area | Fight Night card | Numbered (PPV-level) card |
|---|---|---|
| Upper tier / balcony | $60 – $180 | $90 – $300 |
| Lower bowl | $150 – $450 | $250 – $900 |
| Floor seats | $350 – $1,200 | $600 – $2,500 |
| Cage-side / VIP packages | $1,500 – $4,000 | $2,500 – $8,000 |
Indicative face-value ranges in USD, converted from typical UFC pricing and rounded. They are not official prices: the UFC and the venue set the real price list when tickets go on sale, and dynamic pricing can move them up or down.
Official tickets are usually sold through Ticketmaster or AXS (depending on the arena), with the link published on UFC.com at the on-sale. Fees and taxes are added on top in most markets.
How to get a UFC San Diego 2027 presale code
1. UFC Fight Club presale
UFC Fight Club is the promotion's paid fan-club membership. Members traditionally get the first access window for UFC events, often a few days before everyone else, and sometimes better seat selection. If a UFC San Diego 2027 event is announced, this is usually the earliest legitimate way in.
2. UFC newsletter presale
The next window is typically reserved for subscribers of the official UFC newsletter, who receive a presale code by email. It opens after the Fight Club presale and before the general on-sale.
3. Venue and partner presales
Depending on the arena, Ticketmaster or AXS (depending on the arena) and the venue itself may run their own presale for their mailing-list members. Some markets also have card-holder or sponsor presales.
4. General on-sale
Whatever remains goes on general sale, usually on a Friday. Big numbered cards can sell out quickly, so being ready with an account, a verified payment method and the right presale code makes a real difference.
Fight week in San Diego: what to expect
A UFC event is more than one night. In San Diego, as elsewhere, fight week normally includes open workouts, a pre-fight press conference for bigger cards, the official weigh-ins on Friday morning and the ceremonial weigh-ins in the afternoon — several of which are free to attend when they are open to the public. The fight card itself is split into early prelims, prelims and the main card, so doors typically open well before the main event.
For fans travelling to San Diego, the practical advice is simple: book accommodation as soon as a date is confirmed, because hotels near the arena fill up quickly, and plan your return for late at night — main events regularly finish close to midnight local time, and later still for cards scheduled for U.S. prime time.
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UFC San Diego 2027 — FAQ
Is there a UFC event in San Diego in 2027?
Not officially yet. As of October 8, 2026, the UFC has not announced a 2027 event in San Diego. This page is updated as soon as a date is confirmed, and alert subscribers are emailed first.
How much are UFC San Diego tickets?
There is no official 2027 price list yet. Based on typical UFC pricing, expect roughly $60–$180 for upper-tier seats at a Fight Night card and $600–$2,500 for floor seats at a numbered (pay-per-view level) card, before fees.
How do I get a UFC San Diego presale code?
UFC presales are usually opened first to UFC Fight Club members, then to subscribers of the official UFC newsletter, with venue or ticketing-partner presales in some markets. Codes are shared by email shortly before the presale starts — sign up to our free alert and we'll send the steps as soon as a 2027 event is announced.
Where do UFC events take place in San Diego?
The UFC has used 2 venues in San Diego, most often Pechanga Arena.
When did the UFC last visit San Diego?
The most recent UFC event in San Diego was UFC on ESPN: Vera vs. Cruz on August 13, 2022.
Where can I buy official UFC San Diego tickets?
Official tickets are normally sold through Ticketmaster or AXS (depending on the arena), with links published on UFC.com when an event goes on sale. Be careful with resale listings posted before an event is even announced.