T-Mobile Arena
T-Mobile Arena, known as “The Fortress”, in Paradise, Nevada is home to the Vegas Golden Knights (NHL, Pacific Division) and the PWHL Las Vegas (PWHL, women’s pro). It opened in 2016, making it 10 years old in 2026 and seats 17,367 for hockey. That makes it the 25th-largest rink in NHL.
Its record crowd is 19,058 hockey (June 13, 2023).
Rink facts
- Location
- Paradise, Nevada
- Home of
- Vegas Golden Knights
PWHL Las Vegas - League
- NHL · Pacific Division
PWHL · Western Conference - Opened
- 2016
- Capacity
- 17,367
- Nickname
- The Fortress
- Former names
- Las Vegas Arena (planning/construction)
- Record crowd
- 19,058 hockey (June 13, 2023)
- Also home to
- PWHL Las Vegas (from 2026–27)
UFC events - Size rank in NHL
- 25th of 32
Famous moments at T-Mobile Arena
- UFC 200 (2016)
- 2018 Stanley Cup Final incl. Capitals' clinching Game 5 (2018)
- Golden Knights won the Stanley Cup with 9–3 Game 5 (2023)
- Record hockey crowd of 19,058 for the Cup-clinching Game 5 (2023)
- Hosted the NCAA Frozen Four (2026)
- Hosted three games of the 2026 Stanley Cup Final, won by Carolina
Game night
Getting there. Las Vegas Monorail at MGM Grand; RTC routes 201, 301, 502, 605, 606, 607, 608, 902
Seating & views at T-Mobile Arena
Hockey capacity is 17,500, or about 20,000 with standing room.
Parking & tailgating
Prepaid game-day parking can be reserved. Rideshare drop-off is at the New York-New York garage. The Las Vegas Monorail stops at MGM Grand, and RTC runs VGK Express buses to games.
Toshiba Plaza is the pregame plaza outside the arena. Coolers, outside alcohol and folding chairs are not allowed there.
Sources: Wikipedia, t-mobilearena.com
Plan your trip to T-Mobile Arena
Rinks near T-Mobile Arena10
- 1AHLLee's Family Forum — Henderson Silver Knights 15 mi
- 2AHLAcrisure Arena — Coachella Valley Firebirds 176 mi
- 3AHLToyota Arena — Ontario Reign 201 mi
- 4AHLDignity Health Arena — Bakersfield Condors 221 mi
- 5NHLHonda Center — Anaheim Ducks 222 mi
- 6NHLCrypto.com Arena — Los Angeles Kings 228 mi
- 7SPHL/FPHLFrontwave Arena — Oceanside Shock 238 mi
- 8SPHL/FPHLSelland Arena — Fresno Falcons 254 mi
- 9AHLPechanga Arena — San Diego Gulls 260 mi
- 10NCAAMullett Arena — Arizona State Sun Devils 266 mi
Questions about T-Mobile Arena
Where do the Vegas Golden Knights play home games?
The Vegas Golden Knights play at T-Mobile Arena in Paradise, Nevada.
Where do the PWHL Las Vegas play home games?
The PWHL Las Vegas play at T-Mobile Arena in Paradise, Nevada.
How many people does T-Mobile Arena hold?
T-Mobile Arena seats 17,367 for hockey.
When did T-Mobile Arena open?
T-Mobile Arena opened in 2016.
What is T-Mobile Arena’s nickname?
T-Mobile Arena is known as “The Fortress.”
What is the attendance record at T-Mobile Arena?
The record crowd at T-Mobile Arena is 19,058 hockey (June 13, 2023).
What other rinks are near T-Mobile Arena?
Lee's Family Forum in Henderson is about 15 miles away. See the full list of nearby rinks on this page.
Where do you park at T-Mobile Arena?
Prepaid game-day parking can be reserved. Rideshare drop-off is at the New York-New York garage. The Las Vegas Monorail stops at MGM Grand, and RTC runs VGK Express buses to games.
What is the seating like at T-Mobile Arena?
Hockey capacity is 17,500, or about 20,000 with standing room.
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