Where to Watch East Bay Rats Fight Night: In-Person Guide
East Bay Rats Fight Night is one of the oldest and most legendary underground fight events in the United States. Running since 1996 at the East Bay Rats Motorcycle Club in Oakland, California, Friday Fight Nights put anyone who volunteers into a boxing ring in the clubhouse courtyard. There is no streaming platform, no PPV, and no YouTube channel -- if you want to watch East Bay Rats fights, you have to show up in person.
Here is everything you need to know about watching East Bay Rats Fight Night in 2026.
In-Person at the Clubhouse (The Only Way to Watch)
East Bay Rats Fight Night is an in-person-only event. The fights take place in a courtyard ring at the East Bay Rats Motorcycle Club clubhouse in Oakland.
- Location: East Bay Rats Motorcycle Club, 3025 San Pablo Avenue, Oakland, California.
- When: Friday nights (frequency varies -- check their channels for upcoming dates).
- Cost: Check with the club for entry details.
- Format: Boxing-style fights in the courtyard ring. Open to anyone who volunteers -- no professional experience required.
What to Expect
The courtyard around the ring is packed with spectators. The atmosphere is raw, loud, and distinctly Oakland. Fights are volunteer-based, meaning anyone can step up. Men generally fight men and women fight women. What started as Rats fighting Rats on couches pushed together in a West Oakland warehouse has evolved into a proper courtyard ring setup that draws fighters and spectators from across the Bay Area.
Documentaries and Media Coverage
While you cannot stream live events, East Bay Rats Fight Night has been covered extensively in documentary and media formats:
- Vice: Vice co-founder Gavin McInnes featured the East Bay Rats in his TV series "The Immersionist," providing an inside look at the club and its fight nights.
- Online Media: Various documentary clips and media coverage are available on YouTube by searching "East Bay Rats Fight Night."
These documentaries give you a sense of the atmosphere and history before attending in person.
How to Stay Updated
- Website: eastbayrats.com -- The club's official website for general information.
- Instagram: @eastbayratsmotorcycleclub -- The best way to stay up to date on upcoming fight nights and club events.
The Bottom Line
East Bay Rats Fight Night is the real deal -- no cameras, no streaming, no paywall. Just show up to 3025 San Pablo Avenue in Oakland on a fight night, watch the action, and if the spirit moves you, volunteer to step in the ring yourself. Follow @eastbayratsmotorcycleclub on Instagram to know when the next Friday Fight Night is happening. It is one of the last truly in-person-only underground fighting experiences in the country.
