The UFC makes its debut at the Sphere on Saturday, September 14 for a first-of-its-kind blend of cage fighting and groundbreaking high-tech effects. A few seats are still available, but really, these are geared towards the one-percent. According to Tickpick, the average ticket price reached $2,871 about a month ago while remaining seats are going “on sale” for an average of $1,265 with a $798 get-in price. Overall, the company is expected to set a whopping record gate of $23 million.

If you refuse to spend that much to get inside — and I don’t blame you — here are some viewing parties to watch UFC 306: Riyadh Season Noche UFC, featuring a main event of Bantamweight champion Sean O'Malley vs. challenger Merab Dvalishvili.

🥨 The George Sportsmen’s Lounge

The Durango’s sports bar is a fresh take on the concept, offering indoor seating by the sportsbook and an outdoor patio with a video wall, games, and activities. The pretzel charcuterie platter, short rib sliders, and Root Beer Old Fashioned are delicious, but you’ll pay a $75 cover charge to get in.

🍺 BrewDog

The Strip beerhouse has a rooftop patio for house-brewed beer and Strip views during any UFC viewing party. The pizzas are better than what you get at your average sports bar and the lobster-topped fries are large enough to share.

🍹 PT’s Taverns

PT’s Taverns is hosting UFC watch parties at PT’s Gold, Sierra Gold, and SG Bar locations listed here. Specials include $3 Pink Whitney vodka shots, $5 Bud Light pints, and $7 Vodka Red Bulls. You can also pair a shot of UFC President Dana White’s Howler Head banana whiskey with a can of Happy Dad seltzer for $10.

🍻 The Front Yard at Ellis Island

The Front Yard has a locals-friendly vibe and fair prices east of the Strip. Entry is free with each person required to spend at least $50 on food and drinks. Keep your eyes peeled for free shot giveaways and unlimited packages of Ellis Island beer.

👙Stadium Swim

Circa’s rooftop pool deck keeps the water heated year-round, so take a dip and watch UFC on Stadium Swim’s massive video wall during a Fight House viewing party, which also includes the Canelo Alvarez/Edgar Berlanga boxing showdown from the T-Mobile Arena. General admission is $80.

🎶 Rumbazo

UFC Noche coincides with Mexican Independence Day weekend, which includes festivities like Rumbazo at the Downtown Las Vegas Events Center. Saturday night will have a viewing party on site to catch the action while enjoying live Latin dance music, vendors, and an array of cultural cuisine.

🦀 Chickie’s & Pete’s

The Sahara’s sports bar has more than 50 televisions and an in-house William Hill betting window, making it a perfect joint to watch UFC. Admission begins at $160.47, which sounds high, but includes $125 in food and drink credits. Don’t leave without trying the Crab Fries — french fries with crab seasoning.

🍺 Beer Park

The rooftop sports bar at the Paris is hosting a UFC 306 viewing party. All tickets include a $100 food-and-drink credit, which is a wash if you’re sitting indoors. Seats on the patio with views of the Bellagio fountains across the street will cost more.

🎉 Game On

Game On is one of the best reasons to visit Boulder Station. The sports bar is relatively new (adding some life to the casino), has a great shepherd’s pie, and walls of TV screens that wrap around the entire venue with plenty of seats. Things can change at any time, but last I heard, the daily happy hour runs 3 - 6 p.m., even during special events like UFC — and there’s no cover charge.

  • You may have noticed there’s a lot of beer to love at these viewing parties. Phil Garcia of Khoury’s Fine Wine & Spirits talks to City Cast Las Vegas co-host Sarah Lohman about the craft beer explosion in Las Vegas and where to find the best brew.