Lake Charles MMA Fans Have a Big Fight Night Coming
Lake Charles, LA [KNGT-FM] - MMA fans in Southwest Louisiana won’t have to travel far for their next dose of live cage action. The American Kombat Alliance is bringing its brand of regional mixed martial arts back to Lake Charles on Saturday, October 17, 2026.
The event will take over the Grand Event Center at Golden Nugget Lake Charles, allowing local fight fans to watch competitors battle it out in person. AKA, known as “The Gold Standard” of regional combat sports, has developed a strong following along the Gulf Coast by showcasing a mix of established fighters and up-and-coming talent.
For many competitors, an American Kombat Alliance event can be an important step in their MMA careers. Fighters get the opportunity to test themselves against tough competition while building experience in front of a passionate crowd.
AKA 59 Fights In Lake Charles, October 17, 2026 --Need to Know
- Doors for the event will open at 6:00 p.m
- First fight scheduled to begin at 7:00 p.m
- All ages are welcome to attend
- Attendees under the age of 21 must be accompanied by an adult who is at least 30 years old.
And if you’ve never experienced a live MMA event, there’s nothing quite like being inside the venue when the cage lights come on and the action begins. The energy from the crowd, the walkouts, and the intensity of each matchup make fight night a completely different experience from watching at home.
Here is the official fight card!
American Kombat Alliance Lake Charles, Louisiana Fight Card For October 17th
- Alaniz vs McGluthlin
- Lavergne vs Williams
- Lastrapes vs Ezeb
- Driehuis vs Loren
- Ponce vs Erickson
- Broussard vs Folmar
- Breaux vs Holowell
- Hebert vs King
- Humble vs Kelly
So get ready for a major Fight Night Live right here in Lake Charles. Some of these fighters could be the next UFC champion.
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