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Arena · Penn Quarter / Chinatown

Capital One Arena resale cap

Resale tickets for covered events at Capital One Arena may cost at most the original all-in price plus 10%, plus an exchange fee of up to 10% of that price, from January 1, 2027.

Games are not covered

Home teams here: Washington Wizards (NBA), Washington Capitals (NHL), Georgetown Hoyas men’s basketball. Sporting events organized by a professional or intercollegiate team located in DC are outside the law (§ 28-5501(6)).

Concerts and other live shows at Capital One Arena are covered. For other sports events, check who organizes them: unverified.

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What was paid at first sale, with every fee and tax.
That price is for

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The total the buyer pays, as shown at checkout.
The marketplace’s own fee, if the listing itemizes it. Same basis as the listing price.
Listing price is for

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D.C. Law 26-181 § 4: “This act shall apply as of January 1, 2027.” The act took effect on 25 September 2026; the cap does not apply before 1 January 2027.

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Capital One Arena: questions

What is the resale price cap for Capital One Arena tickets?

For covered events at Capital One Arena, from 1 January 2027 a resale ticket may cost at most the original all-in price plus 10%, plus an exchange fee of up to 10% of the original price (D.C. Code § 28-5506).

Are Capital One Arena home games covered?

No. Sporting events organized by a professional or intercollegiate team located in DC are outside the law’s definition of “ticket” (§ 28-5501(6)). Concerts and shows at Capital One Arena are covered.

When does it start?

On 1 January 2027 (D.C. Law 26-181 § 4).