Capital One Arena DC: Concerts, Parking, Metro & Venue Guide

Capital One Arena is downtown Washington’s 20,000-seat arena in the Penn Quarter and Chinatown neighborhood. Home to the Wizards and Capitals, it’s also DC’s main stop for arena tours, from pop and hip-hop to rock and K-pop.

It sits right on top of a Metro station. Here’s what to know.

Capital One Arena Venue Information

• Address: 601 F St NW, Washington, DC 20004
• Location: Penn Quarter and Chinatown, at 7th and F Streets NW
• Capacity: About 20,000 for concerts
• Owner: Monumental Sports & Entertainment
• Format: Reserved arena seating, with floor seating or standing for many concerts

Upcoming Concerts and Tickets at Capital One Arena

See upcoming shows on our Capital One Arena event listings or browse the full DC Social Guide concert calendar. Tickets are sold through Ticketmaster; visit the official Capital One Arena website for the full calendar and bag policy.

Who Books Shows at Capital One Arena?

Monumental Sports & Entertainment owns and operates the arena, and major national promoters bring in the touring concerts.

Parking at Capital One Arena

The Capital One Arena garage is at 6th and G Streets NW, and many other downtown garages are within a few blocks. The arena recommends reserving through SpotHero ahead of time; prices rise on event nights.

Metro and Rideshare

The Gallery Place-Chinatown station on the Red, Green, and Yellow lines is directly under the arena. Metro Center, Judiciary Square, and Archives-Navy Memorial-Penn Quarter are also within walking distance. Rideshare traffic gets heavy after big shows, so walking a few blocks before calling a car can save time.

What to Expect at Capital One Arena

A 2019 to 2020 renovation replaced every seat and upgraded the concourses and dining options. Expect airport-style security screening and a bag policy, so check the arena’s website before you leave home.

Capital One Arena History

The arena opened on December 2, 1997, as the MCI Center, helping spark the revival of downtown DC. It later became the Verizon Center and took the Capital One name in 2017. Monumental Sports & Entertainment, led by Ted Leonsis, has owned it since 2010.

Capital One Arena FAQ

What Metro station is at Capital One Arena?

Gallery Place-Chinatown, on the Red, Green, and Yellow lines, is directly underneath.

Where do I park?

The arena garage at 6th and G Streets NW or a nearby downtown garage. Reserve ahead.

How many people does Capital One Arena hold?

About 20,000 for concerts.

What was Capital One Arena called before?

The MCI Center and then the Verizon Center.

Also nearby: Warner Theatre.

Hours, policies, and parking details can change. Check the official venue website before you go.

Map and Directions

Capital One Arena
601 F St NW
Washington, DC 20004

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