Hockey rinks inWashington, D.C.

The Nation’s Capital

Washington, D.C. is home to 1 NHL team, playing in 1 rink. The biggest is Capital One Arena in Washington, home of the Washington Capitals, with 18,573 seats.

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  1. NHLCapital One Arena — Washington Capitals (Washington)opened 1997 · cap 18,573SiteMapNHL · Metropolitan Division

Rink names link to each rink’s page with capacity, history and nearby rinks. Site opens the team’s official site; Map opens directions. Listings cover NHL, AHL, ECHL, SPHL, FPHL, PWHL, NCAA Division I, U Sports, USHL, NAHL, CHL and Canadian Junior A hockey rinks in the US and Canada for the 2026–27 season. Capacity figures vary by source.

Washington, D.C. rink questions

How many hockey rinks are in Washington, D.C.?

Washington, D.C.

Which NHL teams play in Washington, D.C.?

Washington Capitals at Capital One Arena (Washington).

What is the biggest hockey rink in Washington, D.C.?

Capital One Arena in Washington, home of the Washington Capitals, holds 18,573.

What is the oldest hockey rink in Washington, D.C.?

Capital One Arena in Washington opened in 1997.

How do I find the closest hockey rink to me?

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