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Accessibility in DC: Sports & Recreation
If you’re planning to enjoy pro sports action in DC and are curious as to what accessible features are offered at the city’s stadiums and arenas, we’ve got you covered below. We’ve included additional pertinent details where applicable as well as links to the venue’s dedicated accessibility page. You can also mark your calendar for upcoming recreational events and check out local organizations that prioritize accessibility. There are also wheelchair-accessible trails and maps that offer a variety of distances and terrains over numerous locations across the DMV. SPORTS VENUES Audi Field (DC United, DC Defenders) Accessible entrances, parking and transportation Accessible seating Wheelchair service ADA shuttle available Accessible elevators Service animals Accessible restrooms and concession stands Assisted listening devices Sensory kits Northwest Stadium (Washington Commanders) Accessible entrances, parking and transportation Accessible seating Service animals Accessible restrooms and concession stands Closed captioning and assisted listening devices Play-by-play announcements on ribbon boards located at the 50-yard lines on both sides of the stadium Play-by-play captioning on television monitors throughout common areas of the stadium ASL interpreters available upon request (must be received 14 days prior to event) Capital One Arena (Washington Capitals, Washington Wizards, Georgetown University Men’s Basketball) Accessible seating Accessible elevators, escorts and transportation available Service animals Accessible restrooms and concession stands Assisted listening devices available Closed captioning on the main arena scoreboard during all sporting events Sensory inclusive venue Sensory room and sensory bags available KCVIP badges, fidget tools, noise cancelling headphones and other resources offered at no cost Sign language interpreters available upon request (must be received 21 days prior to event) Website accessibility for visual, hearing and learning impairments Entertainment & Sports Arena (Capital City Go-Go, Washington Mystics) Accessible parking and transportation Escorts available Accessible seating Service animals Accessible restroom and concession stands Assisted listening devices available Nationals Park (Washington Nationals) Accessible parking and transportation with elevators and exclusive drop-off areas Wheelchair services Service animals Accessible seating Braille and tactile signs located at most entryways Accessible restrooms and concession stands Assisted listening devices available free of charge Closed captioning on ribbon boards down right and left-field lines Non-delayed transmission of MASN’s broadcast available on 106.7 radio Sensory kits and rooms Noise reduction headphones, budget tools, lanyards available for free Quiet Zone Sensory Room UPCOMING MAJOR EVENTS Army Ten-Miler: October Marine Corps Marathon: October (Note: supports any wheel devices including duos, wheelchairs and handcycles) Rock n’ Roll Running Series (Half and 5K): March Cherry Blossom Run (10-mile and 5K): April (Note: supports duos, wheelchairs and handcycles) Capitol Hill Classic (10K, 3K, Fun Run): May DC Races for Hope (5K): May LOCAL RESOURCES & ORGANIZATIONS Special Olympics – District of Columbia Achilles Capital Rowing Club Paralyzed Veterans of America Catalyst Sports Pursuit Adaptive Sports & Recreation National Rehabilitation Hospital Adaptive Sports
DC Sports Scene
Washington Nationals See superstars at the state-of-the-art Nationals Park in Capitol Riverfront. The stadium offers up magnificent views of the Capitol dome and Washington Monument along with one of the National League’s most exciting teams. Don’t miss the famous Presidents Race, which happens between the top and bottom of every fourth inning. Make sure to check the promotional schedule before buying your tickets - there’s always something fun happening at the ballpark. D.C. United Did you know that D.C. United is one of the most successful soccer teams in the country? Catch a game at the state-of-the-art Audi Field and see why. Winners of four MLS Cups, the squad takes the field from March through October. Extra points if you sit in the particularly boisterous “Screamin’ Eagles” fan club section. Washington Commanders DC stands awash in burgundy and gold during football season, when the Washington Commanders take to FedExField in nearby Landover, Md. Winners of three Super Bowls in their decorated history, the team maintains a loyal fan base throughout the DMV area. FedExField is home to one of only two marching bands in the NFL. Preseason games start in August and the regular season runs from September through December. Washington Capitals When things cool down for the winter months, be sure to catch Russian captain Alex Ovechkin take the Capital One Arena ice for the Washington Capitals. The team has been particularly successful in recent years, bringing the city some of its best sports moments of the past decade, with a 2018 Stanley Cup to show for it. You’ll see throngs of fans Rocking the Red near the Capital One Arena on game days. A ticket to any section is a treat: there are no “bad seats” for a Caps game. Washington Wizards Head to the Capital One Arena for a Washington Wizards basketball game to see exciting NBA action. With plenty of ticket options, you can find the setup that works best for you. The arena is centrally located in DC’s bustling Penn Quarter neighborhood, so after the game you can grab dinner, sightsee at a museum or relax with a nightcap at one of the neighborhood’s buzzworthy bars. The season runs from October through April. Washington Mystics The 2019 WNBA champion Washington Mystics have become one of the most exciting draws in the city. The fantastic team calls the Entertainment and Sports Arena home from May through September. Head to Mystics Ticket Central to start planning an evening of hoops-themed fun. D.C. Defenders Washington, DC is well represented in the XFL league by the Defenders. Catch the 2023 North Division champions in action each spring at Audi Field with Fan Fests, beer snakes and a growing fan base to look forward to. Washington Spirit Audi Field is also home to the 2021 NWSL champion Washington Spirit. The team’s talented roster includes 2023 World Cup selections Andi Sullivan, Aubrey Kingsbury, and Trinity Rodman. The team brings fierce competition to the field from March through November. Capital City Go-Go This NBA G-League team plays its home games at Entertainment and Sports Arena from November through March. You can watch future NBA talent in action in a highly competitive environment. Check out the schedule for the upcoming year and also know that season ticket memberships are available. Old Glory DC Catch Major League Rugby in the DC area from February through June. Pick up tickets to see Old Glory DC at the Maryland SoccerPlex in nearby Germantown, Md. Washington Kastles One of the most consistently dominant teams in the city does its domination on a tennis court. The Washington Kastles have won six World Team Tennis titles, including five straight from 2011-2015. Stacked with stars and special guests (both Martina Hingis and Venus Williams have taken the court for the Kastles), you can watch the squad at Kastles Stadium at Union Market in late summer. DC College Sports DC’s sports scene goes beyond professional action. Georgetown University’s basketball team, which plays in the Big East Conference, calls Capital One Arena home, while George Washington University takes the floor at the Charles E. Smith Center as part of the Atlantic 10 Conference. Local Schools: American University Catholic University Georgetown University George Mason University George Washington University University of Maryland, College Park Make sure to check out our events calendar for other exciting entertainment in the District.