Where to watch UFC in Koh Samui

Watching UFC fights in Koh Samui is super easy and popular among expats, tourists, and fight fans. The island has a strong network of sports bars and pubs (mostly in Chaweng, Lamai, and Bophut) that reliably show live UFC events (Fight Nights, numbered PPVs, and big cards) on big screens with English commentary. Here’s everything you need to know for 2026 and beyond.

Upcoming UFC to watch in Koh Samui in March 2026

EMMETT vs VALLEJOS UFC Fight Night Saturday 14th March 2026 in Las Vegas USA. Fight time in Koh Samui starts from 7am Sunday 15th March 2026.

Best Sports Bars in Koh Samui to Watch UFC

The strongest concentration is in Chaweng (beach/nightlife hub) and Lamai (quieter but still good).

Bar Name	Location	Description of Bar	Food Served
Black Duck Sports Bar	Chaweng (near Chaweng Lake)	Air-conditioned sports bar with more screens than you can count + big projectors; confirmed to show UFC live (including prelims); expat favorite; pool table, darts; opens early for US cards; lively crowd	Western pub grub: Burgers, pizzas, steaks, breakfast items; highlights include hearty burgers, loaded pizzas, and all-day breakfasts
Bondi Aussie Bar & Grill	Chawang & Lamai	Australian-themed sports bar & grill; multiple big screens; shows UFC, AFL, NRL live; relaxed Aussie vibe; expat hangout; great for big fight nights	Classic Aussie pub food: Parmas, burgers, schnitzels, pies; highlights include juicy chicken parmas, hearty schnitzels, and traditional Aussie pies
Croft’s Bar & Bistro	Chaweng (near Chaweng Beach Road)	Sports bar with big-screen TVs; shows UFC and other fights; friendly vibe; free pool table & darts; opens for major events	Western pub favorites: Burgers, wings, fries, snacks; highlights include juicy burgers, crispy chicken wings, and loaded fries
The Islander Koh Samui	Chaweng (central Chaweng, near Chaweng Beach – close to ArkBar Beach Bar Resort)	Popular expat sports bar with big-screen TVs; shows UFC live; lively atmosphere; good for groups; opens early for prelims	Western/Aussie pub classics: Burgers, steaks, pizzas, breakfasts; highlights include hearty burgers and full English/Aussie breakfasts

Practical Tips for Watching UFC in Koh Samui

• Check ahead: Bars post weekly schedules on Facebook. Message them to confirm they will show the card — most do for UFC.
• Atmosphere: Expat-heavy (Aussies/Brits), tourists, locals. Gets very loud for big cards (e.g., McGregor, Ngannou, title fights) — arrive early.
• Food & Drinks: Pub classics (burgers, wings, steaks), Thai options, cheap beers (Singha, Leo, Chang ~THB 80–150), happy hours common.
• Alternatives: Stream on beIN SPORTS CONNECT or UFC Fight Pass via phone/hotel TV (cast to smart TV).
• Location tip: Chaweng is the UFC hub — beach/nightlife access; Lamai is quieter but still excellent.

UFC Broadcast in Thailand (2026)

• Rights holder: beIN Sports (main channels beIN Sports 1 & 2 via cable/satellite providers like TrueVisions, AIS Play, or IPTV services).
• Streaming: beIN SPORTS CONNECT app/website (subscription ~THB 249–499/month).
• Most major UFC events are also available on UFC Fight Pass (subscription ~THB 300–600/month), but beIN is the go-to for live main cards in Thailand.

Sports bars in Koh Samui subscribe to beIN/TrueVisions or use international feeds and show every UFC card live. They open early for US East Coast cards (late night/early morning Thailand time) or stay open late for West Coast events.

UFC Event Timing in Koh Samui

• Thailand time (ICT, UTC+7): 12 hours ahead of US Eastern Time (most main cards start 10pm–12am ET = 10am–12pm Thailand time the next day).
• Typical viewing times:
  • Early prelims: 8–10am Thailand
  • Prelims: 10am–12pm
  • Main card: 12pm–3pm Thailand (perfect afternoon session)
• Big cards (e.g., UFC 300-style, McGregor returns, title fights) get packed — arrive early or book a table.

Enjoy the fights!

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Upcoming UFC fights to watch in Koh Samui in March and April 2026:

EVLOEV vs MURPHY UFC Fight Night Saturday 21st March 2026 in London UK. Fight time in Koh Samui starts from 3am Sunday 22nd March 2026.

ADESANYA vs PYFER UFC Fight Night Saturday 28th March 2026 in Seattle USA. Fight time in Koh Samui starts from 7am Sunday 29th March 2026.

MOICANA vs DUNCAN UFC Fight Night Saturday 4th April 2026 in Las Vegas USA. Fight time in Koh Samui starts from 4am Sunday 5th April 2026.

PROCHAZKA vs ULBERG UFC 327 Saturday 11th April 2026 in Maimi USA. Fight time in Koh Samui starts from 7am Sunday 12th April 2026.