Climate Pledge Arena is located in Seattle Center and is home to the NHL’s Seattle Kraken and WNBA’s Seattle Storm. The $1 billion redevelopment opened in October 2021 after rebuilding the interior beneath the landmark roof from the city’s former Coliseum.
The building originally opened in 1962 as the Washington State Pavilion for the World’s Fair and was soon converted into the Washington State Coliseum. Over the years, the arena has hosted NBA All-Star festivities, the Goodwill Games, and concerts by top performers from every genre. Amazon holds the naming rights and chose the Climate Pledge Arena name to call attention to the venue’s sustainability goals.
How many seats are in Climate Pledge Arena?
Climate Pledge Arena seats 17,100 for Seattle Kraken games. Hockey seating includes lower-level sections 1 through 26, 100-level sections, and 200-level sections, along with club seats, lounges, and suites.
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Directions – How to get to Climate Pledge Arena
Climate Pledge Arena is at 334 1st Avenue North. King County Metro buses serve Seattle Center, and the Seattle Center Monorail makes the trip from Westlake Center in about 90 seconds. Tickets for publicly ticketed arena events include a transit pass that works on eligible King County transit and the Monorail from two hours before doors until two hours after the event.
Where to park near Climate Pledge Arena
The Arena Garage, 1st Avenue North Garage, and 5th Avenue Garage are the primary event-parking facilities. The Arena Garage and 1st Avenue North Garage have the closest accessible parking. Spaces can be reserved through the Kraken + Climate Pledge Arena app.
Other Climate Pledge Arena FAQs
When did Climate Pledge Arena open?
The rebuilt arena opened in October 2021. The historic roof remained in place while the entire interior was reconstructed beneath it.
Where will the Seattle Kraken play?
The Seattle Kraken play at Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle Center. The team joined the NHL for the 2021-22 season.
What does Kraken mean in Seattle?
The Seattle franchise chose the Kraken after the mythical, mysterious and mighty sea beast. The ‘S’ logo honors the Seattle Metropolitans of the Pacific Coast Hockey Association, who became the first team from the United States to win the Stanley Cup when they defeated the Montreal Canadiens in 1917.
What hockey teams play at the Climate Pledge Arena?
The Seattle Kraken play their NHL home games at Climate Pledge Arena.
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Fact-checked August 10, 2026.