After a breakout 2025 that saw packed arenas, viral knockouts, and a genre-bending festival inside a football stadium, ARMORED MMA (AMMA) is officially hitting the road again — and this time, it’s going even bigger.

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The fast-rising promotion, known for fusing medieval steel armor with modern mixed martial arts rules, announced plans for 20-plus events across the United States in 2026. The tour will also include multiple large-scale festivals and the possibility of select international showcases, signaling AMMA’s ambition to become a global combat sports attraction.

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From Cult Phenomenon to Stadium Spectacle

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In 2025, AMMA held 13 events nationwide, drawing increasing crowds intrigued by its hybrid

combat format — fighters clad in full steel armor throwing calculated strikes, grappling

against the cage, and engaging in a spectacle that feels equal parts history and

high-octane prizefighting.

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The year culminated in the inaugural ARMORED MMA Fest, a massive football stadium event that combined live fights with full-scale concerts. Rock heavyweights Drowning Pool, Sleep Theory, and Lamb of God headlined the music lineup, delivering a thunderous backdrop to championship armored bouts under stadium lights.

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The fusion proved to be a winning formula. Thousands of fans pack

ed the venue, and the event generated significant social media buzz, with highlight clips circulating widely across combat sports and rock music communities alike.

 

Bigger Tour, Broader Reach

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                                                                                                       For 2026, AMMA’s leadership says expansion is the priority. The promotion plans to                                                                                                             more than double its annual footprint, targeting 20 or more shows across key U.S.                                                                                                                 fight markets. Organizers are also developing additional festival-style cards that                                                                                                                     blend live music and armored combat — building on the success of the 2025 stadium                                                                                                           event.

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While the majority of the schedule will remain domestic, AMMA is exploring opportunities overseas, potentially bringing its steel-clad fighters to international audiences hungry for alternative combat sports entertainment.

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A New Lane in Combat Sports

Armored MMA has carved out a niche by blending theatrical aesthetics with legitimate athletic competition. Fighters train in both traditional MMA disciplines and the unique physical demands of moving, striking, and grappling in steel armor.

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The result is a visually dramatic, physically punishing format that stands apart from mainstream promotions — and one that appears to be resonating with fans looking for something new. With more events, larger venues, and the promise of global expansion, 2026 could mark the year ARMORED MMA shifts from breakout curiosity to full-fledged touring powerhouse.

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If 2025 was proof of concept, 2026 is shaping up to be conquest.