RAC Arena has been named the world’s best UFC venue in the 2026 USA TODAY Sports Readers’ Choice Awards, finishing first in a global public vote ahead of New York’s Madison Square Garden, Las Vegas’ T-Mobile Arena, Abu Dhabi’s Etihad Arena, and most importantly, Sydney’s Qudos Bank Arena, proving again that west is best.
The top ten venues:
- RAC Arena
- Qudos Bank Arena (Sydney, Australia)
- Etihad Arena (Abu Dhabi, UAE)
- Madison Square Garden (New York, USA)
- Accor Arena (Paris, France)
- Prudential Center (Newark, USA)
- T-Mobile Arena (Las Vegas, USA)
- Arena CDMX (Mexico City, Mexico)
- Bridgestone Arena (Nashville, USA)
- Climate Pledge Arena (Seattle, USA)
The award was decided by public voting after a panel of USA TODAY Sports editors nominated the field.
“To be recognised by fans around the world as the Best UFC Venue is an incredible honour and a testament to the atmosphere Perth fans create every time UFC comes to town,” RAC Arena General Manager Michael Scott said.
“To finish ahead of some of the most iconic sporting arenas on the planet speaks volumes about the experience our dedicated team, partners and fans have built together. We’re proud to showcase Perth on the world stage and look forward to welcoming UFC back to RAC Arena in the future.”
