The annual Arnold Classic UK isn’t leaving the IFBB Pro League calendar. On April 2, 2026, Arnold Classic director Brian Powers announced that the prestigious event will return to Birmingham, United Kingdom, from March 19-21.
The Arnold Classic UK has become one of the most consequential contests of the year. The stakes have only increased since the show’s inception. Chinedu Andrew ‘Jacked’ Obiekea not only won the Arnold Ohio, but also claimed gold at the Arnold Classic UK. As a result of his back-to-back victories, he became the first bodybuilder in history to secure a life-changing $1 million in contest earnings within a month.
Meanwhile, fellow frontrunner Martin Fitzwater missed the mark overseas. He fell to fourth place, trailing behind Patrick Moore, former Mr. O Brandon Curry, and the newly crowned two-time titleholder, Jacked. From a packed expo to non-stop bodybuilding action, the Arnold UK weekend has something for all fitness enthusiasts and fans.
The 2026 Arnold Classic UK featured seven divisions total, all bringing their best to command the stage. Previously, the show was removed from the contest schedule due to production issues, but that’s been resolved, thanks to bodybuilding icon Arnold Schwarzenegger.
Arnold Sports Reveals 2027 Arnold Classic UK Set to Return March 19-21 in Birmingham
In the recently published Instagram post, Brian Powers promised an even greater Arnold UK event on the horizon.
“Arnold UK 2027. More brands. More fans. 2026 awoke the beast. 2027 unleashes the fastest growing show on the planet,” Brian Powers shared.
Bodybuilders and fans quickly reacted to the news, sharing their requests and excitement for the show’s return:
“Calender marked. I’ll be back 😎” Wesley Vissers commented.
“Does this mean that we won’t have to wait another 2 years for the uk one again 🙏👀💪” a fan shared.
“Can’t wait but please do listen to all feedback about the previous Arnold events and use that feedback to make it better than anyone could ever imagine 🙌🔥” another wrote.
“Can we PLEASE have a meet and greet for Arnold? Literal bucket list for me to meet him and get his autograph 🙏” one fan asked.
“Wow! Wasn’t expecting this announcement so soon!
I’m definitely there, but I do hope the space resembles what we had in 2024, with more floor space, meaning less of a squeeze and more brands and exhibition stands,” another fan added.
With $250,000 being awarded to this year’s Men’s Open Arnold UK champ, the bodybuilding community is curious whether that number could increase next year. All signs point to another jaw-dropping Arnold Classic UK show in the near future.
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