Capital One Arena

Capital One Arena, opened in 1997 as the MCI Center, is a major downtown sports and entertainment venue in Chinatown that hosts professional sports, concerts, and events. It is the home arena for the NHL's Washington Capitals and the NBA's Washington Wizards and also hosts the WNBA's Mystics on select occasions and touring concerts. The arena includes retail and dining spaces and is located adjacent to major public transit connections.