Where to watch UFC fights in Saigon – Ho Chi Minh City

Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City) has a thriving expat sports scene, making it a great spot to catch UFC events. With a large Australian and international community, many bars screen Fight Nights and PPVs live. Events are usually morning/early afternoon local time (Vietnam UTC+7, same as Bangkok), so expect “UFC breakfast” vibes for main cards.

Next UFC to watch in Ho Chi Min City in October 2026

BUCKLEY vs MALOTT UFC Fight Night Saturday 17th October 2026 in Edmonton Canada. Fight time in Saigon starts from 7am Sunday 18th October 2026.

Best Sports Bars to Watch UFC in Saigon

Saigon’s sports bars (especially Aussie/Irish-owned) love UFC – big screens, sound on, and rowdy crowds for title fights. Top reliable spots (confirmed to show UFC regularly):

Aussie Sports Bar

Location and Map link

Just down from Nguyen Boullevard

Restaurant type

Aussie sports bar with great pub food – open 24 hours – showing NRL games live – also State of Origin. I watch Game 2 2026 here – great crowd, mostly Aussie – too many Queenslanders for my liking.

Food Highlights at Aussie Sports Bar

How Aussie is it to have a Chicken Schnity at an Aussie Sports Bar! Check out their food menu on the website aussiebarsaigon.com

The Rabbit Hole Irish Bar

Location and Map link

Multiple (D1 & D7)

Restaurant type

Irish/Aussie pub with screens everywhere (even beer garden); explicitly advertises UFC alongside football/rugby. Great atmosphere.

Food Highlights at The Rabbit Hole

Irish classics (stews, pies, hearty meals)

Phatty’s Sports Bar & Grill

Location and Map link

Ton That Thiep (D1)

Restaurant type

Aussie staple showing UFC, AFL, NRL; non-stop sports, big screens, buzzing for PPVs.

Food Highlights at Phatty’s

Western/Australian (burgers, pies, grills)

These are concentrated in District 1 (central, easy access) and District 2 (Thao Dien expat area). Check Facebook pages closer to events – many post “UFC live here!” and open early (e.g., 9am for main cards).Tips for UFC Viewing in Saigon

• Timing: Main cards often ~10am-1pm Sundays (Vietnam time) – perfect for breakfast + fights.
• Crowds/Cover: Free entry usually; buy drinks/food. Big PPVs get packed – arrive early or reserve.
• Costs: Beers ~80,000-150,000 VND; food affordable.
• Alternatives: If bars are full, many hotels (especially international chains) have sports channels or allow casting. Or stream privately via Fight Pass/VPN.
• Events: Numbered PPVs always draw crowds; Fight Nights less so but still shown at core bars.

Official Broadcast & Streaming in Vietnam

• No dedicated UFC channel like in some countries, but major PPVs and Fight Nights are often available via paid streaming or cable sports packs (e.g., K+ or similar, though rights can vary).
• Best legal option: UFC Fight Pass (ufc.tv/fightpass) – streams all events live (PPVs extra cost ~$65 USD). Works well in Vietnam.
• VPN for international streams: Use a VPN (NordVPN/ExpressVPN) to access ESPN+ (US) or BT Sport (UK) if subscribed – reliable workaround for full coverage.

Many bars buy the PPV or use streams, so public viewing is easy.

Saigon’s sports bars deliver that electric UFC atmosphere – cold beers, cheers for knockouts, and no shortage of fellow fans. Enjoy the fights! If you’re there for a specific card, let me know for updated spots.

Upcoming UFC fights to watch in Ho Chi Minh City in October 2026:

VOLKANOVSKI vs EVLOEV UFC 333 Saturday 24th October 2026 in UAE. Fight time in Saigon starts from 1am Sunday 25th October 2026.

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Last updated 15th October 2026