Kansas City to Host Inaugural TKO Takeover

TKO Group Holdings has announced that UFC, WWE and Professional Bull Riders will take over the T-Mobile Center in Kansas City for a series of major events from April 24–28.

Through an agreement facilitated by the Kansas City Sports Commission, T-Mobile Center will become the first venue to host consecutive PBR, UFC and WWE events over a single weekend in the same city. The weekend begins with a PBR event on April 24, continues with UFC Fight Night on April 26 and culminates with WWE Raw on April 28.

“Kansas City has a great history of hosting world-class events and we are thrilled to continue that tradition by partnering with three of the biggest brands in the sports and entertainment world,” said Kathy Nelson, president and chief executive officer of the Kansas City Sports Commission and Visit KC. “These events will generate significant economic impact for our hotels and local businesses, as well as shine a spotlight on Kansas City through broadcast programming and social media.”

An all-in-one ticket bundle comprising all three events will go on sale March 3 at on AXS.com. VIP Experience packages will also be available soon via On Location with premium seating, VIP access, hospitality and meet-and-greets with athletes.

“Kansas City has collectively hosted dozens of UFC, WWE and PBR events over the years and it has become a top destination for each of these respective promotions,” said Peter Dropick, TKO Group executive vice president of event development and operations. “This is a unique opportunity to showcase these three premier properties in one city at the same time for the benefit of fans and visitors to the area. We thank the Kansas City Sports Commission and the management at T-Mobile Center for making this possible.”