Climate Pledge Arena
Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle, Washington is home to the Seattle Kraken (NHL, Pacific Division) and the Seattle Torrent (PWHL, women’s pro). It opened in 2021, making it 5 years old in 2026 and seats 17,151 for hockey. Its record crowd is 18,343 basketball (Storm vs. Fever, May 22, 2024).
Rink facts
- Location
- Seattle, Washington
- Home of
- Seattle Kraken
Seattle Torrent - League
- NHL · Pacific Division
PWHL · Western Conference - Opened
- 2021
- Capacity
- 17,151
- Former names
- Washington State Pavilion (1962)
Washington State Coliseum (1962–1964)
Seattle Center Coliseum (1964–1994)
KeyArena at Seattle Center (1995–2018) - Record crowd
- 18,343 basketball (Storm vs. Fever, May 22, 2024)
- Also home to
- Seattle Storm (WNBA)
Seattle Torrent (PWHL)
Seattle University Redhawks men's basketball
Rat City Roller Derby - Size rank in NHL
- 29th of 32
Famous moments at Climate Pledge Arena
- The Beatles concert (1964)
- 1978 NBA Finals (1978)
- 1996 NBA Finals (1996)
- Kraken play their first regular-season game, a 4–2 loss to Vancouver (2021)
- Kraken earn their first home win, 5–1 over Montreal (2021)
- First PWHL game in Seattle draws 12,608 fans (2025)
- Seattle Torrent's first home game draws 16,014, a U.S. record for women's hockey (2025)
Game night
Getting there. King County Metro (RapidRide D Line, Route 8); Seattle Center Monorail to Westlake; free transit pass for event ticket holders; Link light rail planned 2035
Parking. Three public garages totaling 2,944 vehicles; about 7,400 stalls including neighborhood lots and on-street
Seating & views at Climate Pledge Arena
Hockey capacity is 17,151. The arena keeps the landmarked roof of the old Coliseum, and most lower-bowl seats are below ground level. Two six-sided scoreboards hang from the ceiling instead of one center-hung board, to protect sightlines.
Parking & tailgating
Three public garages hold 2,944 cars, and about 7,400 stalls are nearby in all. The Seattle Center Monorail links the arena to Westlake light rail station, and event tickets include a free transit pass.
Sources: Wikipedia
Plan your trip to Climate Pledge Arena
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Questions about Climate Pledge Arena
Where do the Seattle Kraken play home games?
The Seattle Kraken play at Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle, Washington.
Where do the Seattle Torrent play home games?
The Seattle Torrent play at Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle, Washington.
How many people does Climate Pledge Arena hold?
Climate Pledge Arena seats 17,151 for hockey.
When did Climate Pledge Arena open?
Climate Pledge Arena opened in 2021.
What is the attendance record at Climate Pledge Arena?
The record crowd at Climate Pledge Arena is 18,343 basketball (Storm vs. Fever, May 22, 2024).
Where do I park for games at Climate Pledge Arena?
Three public garages totaling 2,944 vehicles; about 7,400 stalls including neighborhood lots and on-street
What other rinks are near Climate Pledge Arena?
accesso ShoWare Center in Kent is about 16 miles away. See the full list of nearby rinks on this page.
Where do you park at Climate Pledge Arena?
Three public garages hold 2,944 cars, and about 7,400 stalls are nearby in all. The Seattle Center Monorail links the arena to Westlake light rail station, and event tickets include a free transit pass.
What is the seating like at Climate Pledge Arena?
Hockey capacity is 17,151. The arena keeps the landmarked roof of the old Coliseum, and most lower-bowl seats are below ground level. Two six-sided scoreboards hang from the ceiling instead of one center-hung board, to protect sightlines.
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