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It’s Sumo Time! Professional Sumo Comes to Southern California
Sumo Championship League (SCL) brings professional sumo to Toyota Arena in Ontario, California, on Saturday, December 19. This family-friendly event gives fans of all ages a rare chance to see one of the world’s oldest sports up close, combining the power and tradition of authentic sumo with the energy of a live arena event.
What to Expect:
• Fast, Explosive Competition: Elite athletes meet one-on-one inside the dohyō, the sumo ring, using strength, balance, timing and technique to force their opponent out of the ring or off their feet. Bouts can be over in seconds, making for nonstop live sports action.
• Every Bout Counts: Every match earns points in the SCL season standings, so athletes will be battling to climb the leaderboard on the road to the SCL Annual Championship.
• Fun for the Whole Family: Looking for things to do with kids in Southern California? Sumo is the most family-friendly combat sport in the world! SCL keeps ticket prices fan-friendly, making it a perfect night out for families, longtime sumo fans and first-time spectators alike.
Where:
Toyota Arena
4000 Ontario Center
Ontario, CA 91764
When:
Saturday, December 19, 2026, at 8 p.m. PT
Tickets:
Tickets are available at Click for Details.
To learn more about Sumo Championship League, upcoming events and the athletes competing throughout the season, visit Click for Details.
Sumo Championship League (SCL) brings professional sumo to Toyota Arena in Ontario, California, on Saturday, December 19. This family-friendly event gives fans of all ages a rare chance to see one of the world’s oldest sports up close, combining the power and tradition of authentic sumo with the energy of a live arena event.
What to Expect:
• Fast, Explosive Competition: Elite athletes meet one-on-one inside the dohyō, the sumo ring, using strength, balance, timing and technique to force their opponent out of the ring or off their feet. Bouts can be over in seconds, making for nonstop live sports action.
• Every Bout Counts: Every match earns points in the SCL season standings, so athletes will be battling to climb the leaderboard on the road to the SCL Annual Championship.
• Fun for the Whole Family: Looking for things to do with kids in Southern California? Sumo is the most family-friendly combat sport in the world! SCL keeps ticket prices fan-friendly, making it a perfect night out for families, longtime sumo fans and first-time spectators alike.
Where:
Toyota Arena
4000 Ontario Center
Ontario, CA 91764
When:
Saturday, December 19, 2026, at 8 p.m. PT
Tickets:
Tickets are available at Click for Details.
To learn more about Sumo Championship League, upcoming events and the athletes competing throughout the season, visit Click for Details.
Date & Time
December 19, 2026
8:00pm - 10:00pm
Location
Toyota Arena
4000 Ontario Center
Ontario, CA 91764
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