August 11, 2026
Monumental Sports & Entertainment Unveils Bold Vision for Brand-New Capital One Arena
20-year naming rights extension launches the next chapter of Capital One Arena as part of Capital One’s continued commitment to its hometown
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June 22, 2026
Monumental Sports & Entertainment Introduces Theater Boxes, a New Intimate Hospitality Experience at Capital One Arena
New four- and eight-seat memberships pair dedicated event seating with personalized hosting space, elevated dining and attentive service in The Halo
March 25, 2026
Monumental Sports & Entertainment Builds a New Pathway to Group Hospitality at Capital One Arena with The Blueprint Studios
New concept inspired by original Washington, D.C. blueprints offers more flexible, group-oriented premium experiences at Capital One Arena
February 5, 2026
Monumental Sports & Entertainment Debuts the Next Generation of Arena Experience with The Halo
The 360-degree space will blend curated dining, reimagined seating and elevated hospitality into a first-of-its-kind in-arena destination
January 22, 2026
Monumental Sports & Entertainment Unveils Phase One Artists for the District Arts Collection, Transforming MSE’s New Arena into a Living Civic Landmark
Tech-driven premium environments designed for daytime business use and elevated event-night hospitality will deliver year-round functionality beginning in the 2026-27 season
December 3, 2025
Monumental Sports & Entertainment Unveils Innovation Suites at Brand-New Arena
Tech-driven premium environments designed for daytime business use and elevated event-night hospitality will deliver year-round functionality beginning in the 2026-27 season
November 13, 2025
Verizon Business Powers Next-Generation Broadcasts for Monumental Sports & Entertainment
100G Optical Network Backbone enables broadcast innovation for the Washington Capitals, Washington Wizards, Washington Mystics, and Capital City Go-Go
November 12, 2025
Monumental Sports & Entertainment Launches Flagship Website Detailing Brand-New Arena Journey in Downtown Washington, D.C.
New interactive digital platform features new renderings and offers a dynamic preview into MSE’s multi-year transformation project to create the country’s premier sports and entertainment venue
November 5, 2025
Monumental Sports & Entertainment and Ticketmaster Announce Founding Partnership to Redefine the Fan Experience at MSE’s Next-Generation Arena
Industry-leading ticketing partner to power innovative, seamless fan journey across Capitals, Wizards, Mystics, and other world-class events at downtown D.C. arena with advanced technology, personalization, and media integration
October 28, 2025
Monumental Sports & Entertainment Unveils Premium Transformation Strategy at Capital One Arena
Part of the Monumental Premier program, this strategic partnership with Élan Arc introduces an emotionally intelligent hospitality model, redefining premium experience and engagement in live entertainment
October 26, 2025
Monumental Sports & Entertainment Unveils Best-in-Class Washington Wizards Game Day Locker Room & Player Spaces as Part of $1B Investment in Brand-New Arena
MSE unveils newest component of Capital One Arena transformation with cutting-edge Wizards player facilities built to elevate game day preparation
October 22, 2025
Monumental Sports & Entertainment Announces Partnership with dancker to Deliver Next Era of Capital One Arena and Lofts
Integrated design, technology, and logistics partnership enhances performance, connection, and experience across Monumental spaces, including new dancker Club
October 14, 2025
Monumental Sports & Entertainment Unveils New Chef Spike Mendelsohn Concept and 2025-26 Culinary Offerings at Capital One Arena
"Arena Bar & Eats by Chef Spike Mendelsohn” headlines robust roster of new fan experiences opening this season
October 8, 2025
Monumental Sports & Entertainment Unveils State-of-the-Art Washington Capitals Locker Room & Player Compound as Part of the Brand-New Capital One Arena
MSE celebrates the first milestone in arena’s $1B transformation with opening of world-class space designed to meet the needs of today’s elite athletes
October 8, 2025
Monumental Sports & Entertainment Taps D.C.’s Own Vanda Pharmaceuticals as Founding Partner to Help Drive the Creation of Brand-New Downtown Arena
Multiyear agreement includes exclusive Monumental Sports Network studios entitlement, activations across Capitals, Wizards, and Mystics, and deep integration via community and media platforms
September 24, 2025
United Airlines and Monumental Sports & Entertainment Unveil New Renderings and Activations for the United Globe Club and Lounge at Capital One Arena
Premium hospitality spaces combine elevated United travel-inspired design, historic memorabilia, interactive elements, and curated culinary experiences
September 18, 2025
Monumental Sports & Entertainment and Lexus Unveil the Lexus Vaults: A New Era of Premium Hospitality
Expanded multi-year partnership brings Lexus – the Official Luxury Vehicle of MSE – to the forefront of the brand-new arena’s reimagined fan experience
August 20, 2025
Monumental Sports & Entertainment Introduces Creative Council to Curate an Immersive Artistic Vision at the Brand-New Arena
Composed of a diverse group of industry leaders, the Council will support cohesive brand integration throughout the downtown arena transformation
August 1, 2025
Monumental Sports & Entertainment Launches ‘Building Momentum’ — A Content Series Chronicling the Transformation of the Brand-New Arena
Presented by KPMG, the series debuted today on MSE’s digital platforms
June 3, 2025
Cisco to Power Monumental Sports & Entertainment’s Brand-New, High-Tech Arena in Downtown D.C. as Part of Innovative Partnership
New arena to feature first-of-its-kind Cisco Command Center, a state-of-the-art hub to power fan experiences, venue operations and team performance
May 19, 2025
Monumental Sports & Entertainment Unveils State-of-the-Art Luxury Suite Experiences at the Brand-New Arena
MSE redefines premium arena hospitality with transformative suite experiences designed for business development and unforgettable entertainment
April 10, 2025
Monumental Sports & Entertainment Unveils the District Arts Collection, an Immersive Art & Memorabilia Experience at the Brand-New Arena
Monumental partners with Sports & The Arts and cllct to curate collection at new Capital One Arena and redefine fan experience for next generation
March 28, 2025
Monumental Sports & Entertainment Unveils The Reserve, an Interactive Preview Center for the Brand-New Arena
The Reserve’ will offer guests an unparalleled glimpse into the luxury and innovation of the new downtown D.C. arena
January 14, 2025
Monumental Sports & Entertainment Taps Three Best-in-Class Agencies to Support New Capital One Arena Project
Monumental partners with KLUTCH Sports Group, Legends, and Elevate to help lead landmark arena project and create world-class fan experience
December 19, 2024
Where Monuments Meet Momentum: Work Officially Begins on a Brand-New Capital One Arena to Deliver a World-Renowned Destination with an Iconic, Grand Exterior
Monumental Sports & Entertainment (MSE) Founder and CEO Ted Leonsis, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser, Ward 2 Councilmember Brooke Pinto, and NBA Commissioner Adam Silver today unveiled images of the new exterior design and additional interior renderings for the brand-new Capital One Arena
December 12, 2024
Monumental Sports & Entertainment Releases Additional Renderings of The Vaults at Capital One Arena
Region’s best-in-class premium experience to go on sale starting in January
November 21, 2024
United Airlines and Monumental Sports & Entertainment Team Up to Unveil the United Globe Club and Lounge
Best-in-class VIP experience will transform Capital One Arena with two new exclusive club spaces, offering world-class amenities, premium dining, and unparalleled access to D.C.’s top sports and entertainment events
October 28, 2024
Monumental Sports & Entertainment Partners with Clark Construction Group, Gensler, and CAA ICON to Transform Capital One Arena
Monumental Sports & Entertainment (MSE) announced that Clark Construction Group (Clark), Gensler, and CAA ICON will serve as partners in the delivery of the upcoming transformation of Capital One Arena
October 24, 2024
Monumental Sports & Entertainment Unveils The Vaults, a New Era of Premium Entertainment at Capital One Arena
Vault Suites to feature world-class hospitality and a premier culinary experience for all events at transformed arena in downtown Washington, D.C.
October 21, 2024
Mayor Bowser and Monumental Sports Advance Public-Private Partnership to Transform Capital One Arena
Monumental Sports & Entertainment (MSE) Founder & CEO Ted Leonsis and D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser announced today the introduction of legislation supporting the public-private partnership to recreate Capital One Arena as a new destination that will represent and reflect Washington D.C, as the most important city in the world and serve as a must-visit venue for fans regionally, nationally and globally
October 1, 2024
United Airlines Named Official Global Airline Partner and Founding Partner of Monumental Sports & Entertainment’s Capital One Arena Transformation in Downtown D.C.
Multiyear, exclusive deal includes branding and integration opportunities with the Washington Capitals, Washington Wizards, Washington Mystics, Capital One Arena and Monumental Sports Network
United offers D.C. the most flights and destinations, and will help bring an enhanced fan experience to the community and unique activations including United MileagePlus® Exclusives
September 24, 2024
Monumental Sports & Entertainment and KPMG Announce Strategic Partnership on Fan Experience and Venue Transformation
KPMG’s world-renowned strategic Advisory team to guide Monumental during critical period of business development, as organization transforms Capital One Arena and grows business operations
March 27, 2024
Monumental Sports Announces Strategic Partnership with the District of Columbia to Modernize Capital One Arena and Expand Its Growing Business and Hospitality Operations across Gallery Place
Today, Monumental Sports & Entertainment’s Founder, Chairman, Principal Partner, and CEO, Ted Leonsis, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser, and D.C. Council Chairman Phil Mendelson announced an agreement for a transformative renovation and modernization of Capital One Arena and an expansion of Monumental’s business and hospitality operations next door into Gallery Place for a revitalized entertainment destination in Downtown D.C.