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🏟️ Address: CareFirst Arena, 1100 Oak Dr SE, Washington, District of Columbia, 20032, United States Directions in Google Maps
Located in the Congress Heights neighborhood, you’ll find CareFirst Arena just a few short miles from downtown DC and easily accessible via Metro, rideshare, bicycle or car.
We strongly encourage visitors to use public transportation when visiting Entertainment & Sports Arena as parking is limited, especially on event days.
Below you can find general information on travel and parking for CareFirst Arena. Individual events may have additional/restricted services available, and so we recommend clicking through to the event and viewing the Travel & Parking tab for event-specific information.
Limited paid on-site parking is available in the Green Lot (at Malcolm X Ave. & 8th St. SE) Pricing varies by event.
If you’re arriving via rideshare, come to the designated rideshare drop-off/pick up area near the Arena box office on Oak Drive.
By Metro
The Arena is located directly adjacent to the Congress Heights Metro Station on the Green Line. The Arena is 250 m (3 min) walk from the station. Follow directional signage through the Kiss & Ride parking lot, alongside the Blue Lot and turn right on Oak Dr. SE.
Bicycle racks are available outside of the Arena. The nearest Capital Bikeshare station is located at the Congress Heights Metro Station, a 250 m (3 min) walk from the Arena.
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Guests can find concessions from local DC vendors including MLK Deli and The Orange Cow, plus fan favourites like Rita's Italian Ice. Most events including Washington Mystics and Capital City Go-Go games feature premium wine, beer and cocktail service for guests 21 years of age and older.
Door Opening Times
Door opening times at Entertainment & Sports Arena vary according to the event. Please confirm the opening times on the event page. The typical times are listed below.
Re-Entry
Entertainment & Sports Arena has a no re-entry policy during events. Guests who need to exit and re-enter due to personal emergencies (i.e. retrieve medicine from vehicle), must first make contact with a Guest Service representative to make necessary arrangements.
Family Facilities
Baby changing stations are located in most restrooms throughout Entertainment & Sports Arena. A Family Restroom is available on the event floor level. Nursing accommodations are also available on the event floor level.
ADA / Accessible Seating
Entertainment & Sports Arena is committed to providing accessibility and accommodation to all of our guests for their comfort, safety and enjoyment. The arena offers a variety of wheelchair and companion seating locations. Seating locations vary depending on particular events. Please indicate when buying tickets if you require accessible seating.
Service Animals
Service dogs that are trained to provide services and tasks for persons with disabilities are permitted. Support or companion animals are not permitted. Guests with service dogs may not take up additional seats unless a ticket has been purchased for the adjacent seat for the service dog.
Accessible ramps and lots
Located on the ground level, the Arena has ramps available at the main entrance and parking lots and to ensure sure guests can navigate the venue easily and enjoy their visit.
Lost and Found
Immediately following each event, Entertainment & Sports Arena is cleaned and any items left in the arena are recovered and given to our management.
Wheelchairs
Wheelchair escorts are available for guests who may need assistance getting to or from their seat. Our escorts will meet a guest at the entry doors and assist them to their seat as well as meeting them at the end of event and escorting them to the nearest exit.
CareFirst Arena has a capacity of approximately 4,200. However, the capacity does differ between events depending on the seating configuration.
1100 Oak Dr SE, Washington, District of Columbia, 20032, United States.
