August 1, 2025
New York City's premier submission-only showcase returns for its third year, bringing world-class grappling to Harlem. An elite card of super fights culminates in a headline matchup that promises to be one of the most anticipated bouts of the year.
Main Event
Bruno Matias
VS
Sebastian Rodriguez
Submission Only · No Time Limit
Harlem Free Fights was built to bring high-level jiu jitsu directly to the Harlem community — making world-class grappling accessible, exciting, and local.
Every fight card features top-tier competitors from the tri-state area and beyond, delivering the kind of technical, high-stakes grappling you won't find anywhere else in New York City.
No points. No stalling. Every athlete comes to finish — making for an electric atmosphere and non-stop action from the first match to the last.
With a cash bar, live production, and an energetic crowd, Harlem Free Fights is as much a live event experience as it is a competition — perfect for fans, practitioners, and newcomers alike.
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Limited paid seating available. Don't miss the biggest night in Harlem grappling.
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