The world-famous smacks are back once again
If this past UFC weekend left you wanting more, then you’ll be happy to hear that not only is UFC 333 coming to Abu Dhabi in October, but another huge event is making a comeback too: the mighty Power Slap competition.
The world’s leading slap fight is confirmed to be back in Abu Dhabi on Friday, 23 October for the third consecutive year, with POWER SLAP 25 Presented by Monster Energy.
The event will take place at Space42 Arena as part of the highly anticipated Abu Dhabi Showdown Week, and it’s the perfect warm-up for fans ahead of the UFC 333 happening the following day, on Saturday, 24 October, at Etihad Arena.
Tickets for Power Slap 2026 in Abu Dhabi
The 2024 and 2025 editions at Space42 Arena sold out, so this is one event you definitely need to plan for. Tickets are now available through Ticketmaster UAE, and trust us – they’ll go fast.
Fans around the world will be able to watch the event live and free via Power Slap’s official YouTube channel.
Since making its Abu Dhabi debut, Power Slap has continued to build a strong following in the UAE and internationally. Promotional and event content generated more than 1.5 billion social media views; live broadcasts on YouTube attracted over 10 million viewers; while the events also drew globally recognised influencers with a combined audience exceeding one billion followers.
“We look forward to our annual Power Slap event during Abu Dhabi Showdown Week each year,” said Frank Lamicella, CEO of Power Slap.
“Abu Dhabi Showdown Week is the biggest week in combat sports and provides the perfect stage to showcase our live event and our international slap fighters from around the world on a global stage, bringing the sport to new heights year after year.”
POWER SLAP 25 will once again stream live and free on the promotion’s YouTube channel, with the main event and the full fight card expected to be announced in the coming weeks.
The event forms part of Abu Dhabi Showdown Week, which continues to strengthen the capital’s reputation as one of the world’s leading destinations for major international combat sports events.
From AED 150. For tickets, visit ticketmaster.ae
Image credit: Power Slap
