Conor McGregor helped produce two of the biggest live gates in UFC history, and based on current ticket prices, his return could set a new record.
The Irish superstar, who will face Michael Chandler in the main event of UFC 303 on June 29, will be fighting for the first time in three years after sustaining a severe broken bone in his most recent bout in 2021. Now that he has regained his health, McGregor aims to further his career by returning to action at International Fight Week 2024.
Tickets for the event go on sale April 26, but the UFC announced information about VIP ticket packages on Monday. The package will be brokered through OnLocation, a live event service owned by Endeavor, a major shareholder in the UFC.
The most expensive option is $12,000 per ticket, which includes guaranteed seating in the 100-level section and on-venue hospitality, reserved seating at the ceremonial weigh-in, post-weigh-in reception, and access to the venue. Includes VIP admission. T-Mobile Arena.
The next level down starts at $11,500 per ticket and features the same amenities, but with guaranteed floor-level tickets.
The smallest package, which is already sold out, starts at $2,750 and includes tickets for 200 level seats, pre-game hospitality, reserved seating at the ceremonial weigh-in and a post-weigh-in reception.
Higher-level packages are also available that include floor-level tickets, all elite experiences, access to side-stage weigh-ins, a framed fight card poster autographed by main card fighters and UFC CEO Dana White, and a custom fight kit. However, prices are available only by contacting the company. Obviously, these prices are over $12,000 per ticket.
VIP ticket packages have been big business for the UFC in recent years since Endeavor acquired the company in 2016. OnLocation also handles seating for UFC APEX events, with VIP packages usually offering a limited number of seats, although prices are inflated. Thousands of dollars at the highest level.
Standard ticket prices for UFC 303 will likely range from $700 to $2,500, with higher prices expected for lower seats on the floor closer to the Octagon.
Although the full live gate will not be available until fight night, McGregor’s final appearance at UFC 264 in 2021 raked in $15,759,800 at T-Mobile Arena, making him the fourth-highest live gate in promotion history. became. McGregor’s biggest live gate came in 2016, when he became the first-ever dual-division champion at UFC 205 in New York, bringing in $17.7 million.
