Logo for Lightning Strikes XVIII with metallic silver 'LIGHTNING', red jagged 'STRIKES', and gold 'XVIII'.

February 27, 2027

Durham Armory | Durham, NC

Lightning Strikes XVIII

Before the first bell… there is anticipation.

Before the first strike… there is silence.

Then, in an instant…

Lightning Strikes.

On **Saturday, February 27**, the Durham Armory comes alive as amateur standouts and professional strikers showcase the speed, precision, and power that define Muay Thai and Kickboxing. Every contest is earned. Every round is hard fought. Every victory is a testament to countless hours of discipline and sacrifice.

Whether it’s your first event or your eighteenth, Lightning Strikes delivers an atmosphere unlike anything else. World-class striking. Passionate fans. Incredible athletes. One unforgettable night celebrating the very best of the striking arts.

When the bell rings, there’s nowhere else you’d rather be.