Country Music Legends Set to Headline UFC Freedom 250 Fan Fest
Zac Brown Band will headline a free concert at the UFC Freedom 250 Fan Fest in Washington, D.C., on June 13. The performance is part of the UFC fan festival held on The Ellipse.
Fans must register for access to the free show. ZBB announced the appearance in a video posted on Instagram.
Promotions describe the booking as “Country Music Legends Set to Headline UFC Freedom 250 Fan Fest.”
Event overview
The fan fest runs June 13 and 14 on The Ellipse. The weekend will conclude with a UFC fight at the White House.
Organizers plan a range of experiences during the two-day event. Attendees can watch a live watch party of the White House fight.
- Official weigh-ins
- Meet-and-greets with fighters and guests
- Interactive fan experiences
- Celebrity appearances
Mark Shapiro, president and COO of TKO Group Holdings, said the event aims to reach new and casual viewers. He called it a chance to sample audiences and drive Paramount+ subscriptions, according to Filmogaz.com.
Band background and recent activity
Zac Brown Band released its album Love & Fear in December. The group recently completed a multi-show residency at the Sphere in Las Vegas.
They also performed at a March Madness music festival. The new material has become a central part of their live set.
Upcoming tour
After the D.C. appearance, ZBB will launch the Love & Fear Tour presented by Margaritaville at Sea. The trek opens in Grand Rapids, Michigan, on July 17 and closes in Rosemont, Illinois, on Nov. 21.
The band says it will perform new songs alongside fan favorites. The tour will visit cities across the United States.
