2026 has arrived, and with a new year comes more exciting fights inside the Octagon and a fresh way to watch them. MMA enters a new era with the arrival of UFC on Paramount+, completely revolutionizing how fans stream their combat fix.
For the first time, there are no separate PPV purchases required for marquee cards in the United States and select markets, in a huge shift in distribution and value for fans. On Saturday, January 24, 2026, the first UFC live marquee event, UFC 324: Gaethje vs. Pimblet, streams on Paramount+. To kick off the massive seven-year, $7.7 billion rights pact, the UFC is bringing a loaded card for the debut event, along with a library of content, which is available to stream today.
Here’s what fight fans need to know about the UFC on Paramount+.
UFC Made Simple: One Subscription. Every Fight.
After years on ESPN+, the UFC is simplifying how fans in the United States can stream every takedown and knockout inside the Octagon. Gone are the days of pay‑per‑view, replaced by a single Paramount+ subscription that unifies numbered events, Fight Nights, and the development pipeline.
With the new UFC on Paramount+ hub page, discovery of the sport has been made easier for younger or casual viewers. Instead of clicking through a PPV window, cord cutters can now stumble into a Fight Night or Contender Series episode and become invested without a KO to their wallet.
If you missed a fight live, the UFC hub has you covered with access to replays and highlights. Stay up-to-date with your favorite fighters, on-demand replays, bite-sized clips, and thousands of hours from UFC’s back catalog events. Additionally, Paramount+ is the exclusive domestic home of upcoming seasons of The Ultimate Fighter and Dana White’s Contender Series, set for later this year.
How to Watch UFC on Paramount+ (Quick Steps)
With plans starting at $7.99 per month after a 7-day free trial for new subscribers, you can watch the UFC on Roku, Fire TV, Apple TV, Google TV, and other compatible devices with a subscription to Paramount+. Here’s how to get started:
- Sign up for Paramount+ (or visit the UFC hub on Paramount+ to get started).
- Pick the plan that works for you (students save 50%):
- Paramount+ Essential ($7.99/mo. or $59.99 year): Ad-supported plan, 40,000+ titles, and more
- Paramount+ Premium ($12.99/mo. or $119.99 year): Ad-free, includes full Showtime library, live local CBS access, and more.
- Install the Paramount+ app on your device (smart TVs, streaming sticks/boxes, game consoles, phones, tablets, etc.)
- Open the app and search for “UFC” or hit the UFC hub.
- Select the fight or show and enjoy.
The UFC hub is live on Paramount+, so you can watch past fights to study matchups, or binge a fighter’s Contender Series episodes to learn their story. Inviting friends for your next UFC watch party is cheaper than ever, and you can begin your Paramount+ trial at the link below.
UFC on Paramount+ 2026 Schedule
