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Visiting Capital One Arena: what to know before you go
601 F Street NW, Washington, DC 20004, United States
Capital One Arena is a arena in Washington, open since 1997, with room for about 20,674 people.
Of the 81 upcoming shows with a published time, 51% start at 7:00 PM – plan to arrive a little earlier for security and the cloakroom.
Most dates fall on Saturday.
The busiest month ahead is November 2026, with 21 dates.
5 public transport stops are within walking distance (Train and Metro / subway); the nearest is Gallery Place station, 220 m away.
Key facts
- Type of venue
- Arena
- Capacity
- 20,674
- Opened
- 1997
- Address
- 601 F Street NW, Washington, DC 20004, United States
- Upcoming events
- 100
- Usual start time
- 7:00 PM
- Busiest days
- Saturday
Capital One Arena, month by month
- October 20262 dates, including John Summit - Ctrl Escape Arena Tour and Wizards v Hornets
- November 202621 dates, including Skyscanner Capital Showcase presented by Events DC, SOMBR - You Are The Reason Tour and Disney Descendants, ZOMBIES & Camp Rock: Worlds Collide Concert Tour
- December 202618 dates, including Trans-Siberian Orchestra - The Ghosts Of Christmas Eve, Hot 99.5's Jingle Ball Presented By Capital One and Wizards v Knicks
- January 202719 dates, including Monster Jam, Wizards v Spurs and Capitals vs Senators (Women in Sports Night)
- February 202718 dates, including The Love of Soul Tour, Dancing with the Stars: Live! - 2027 Tour and Georgetown Hoyas Women's Basketball v Connecticut
- March 202716 dates, including Gracie Abrams: The Look at My Life Tour presented by Capital One, Harlem Globetrotters: Rivalry Tour Presented By Sprite and Limited Edition Rivals Replica Game Ball From Spalding
Coming evenings with more than one show: Saturday, November 7, Saturday, December 12, Saturday, December 19 and Saturday, December 26.
Ticket prices
What the programme holds: Sports (84), Concerts (14) and Family & Kids (1).
Arriving by public transport
- Gallery Place stationTrain220 m
3 min walk - Chinatown MetroMetro / subway310 m
4 min walk - Judiciary Square stationTrain330 m
4 min walk - Metro Station - National ArchivesMetro / subway440 m
5 min walk - Archives - Navy Memorial-Penn Quarter Metro StationMetro / subway440 m
5 min walk
Arriving by car
4 car parks within walking distance; the nearest is 100 m from the venue.
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Capital One Arena: practical questions
How many people fit in Capital One Arena?
Capital One Arena has a capacity of about 20,674; the figure for a given show depends on its layout.
When did Capital One Arena open?
Capital One Arena opened in 1997.
What time do shows start at Capital One Arena?
Usually at 7:00 PM (51% of the upcoming shows with a published time). Check your ticket for the exact time.
What is the nearest stop to Capital One Arena?
Gallery Place station (Train), 220 m away – about 3 min on foot.
Can I park near Capital One Arena?
Yes, 4 car parks are mapped nearby, the closest 100 m away.
What kind of events does Capital One Arena host?
Upcoming dates by category: Sports (84), Concerts (14) and Family & Kids (1).
Which month has the most events at Capital One Arena?
November 2026, with 21 dates, including Skyscanner Capital Showcase presented by Events DC and SOMBR - You Are The Reason Tour.
Which other venues are close to Capital One Arena?
The Howard Theatre (2 km), Warner Theatre (840 m), The Anthem (2 km) and Warner Theatre (620 m).
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