Golden 1 Center: upcoming events, capacity and parking
Golden 1 Center is a 17,608-capacity arena in Sacramento, California, opened in 2016. It is home to the Sacramento Kings. It hosts NBA basketball, concerts, NCAA basketball tournament and UFC and MMA.
Golden 1 Center at a glance
- Type
- Arena
- City
- Sacramento, CA
- Capacity
- 17,608
- Opened
- 2016
- Home teams
- Sacramento Kings
- Region
- Sacramento
17,608 for basketball and about 19,000 for concerts
About Golden 1 Center
Golden 1 Center opened on September 30, 2016 in downtown Sacramento as the home of the Sacramento Kings, with its first concert held on October 4, 2016. The arena is the centerpiece of the Downtown Commons district, known as DOCO, and sits partly on the site of the former Downtown Plaza mall at 500 David J. Stern Walk. The City of Sacramento owns the building and the Kings operate it. Capacity is 17,608 for basketball and about 19,000 for concerts. Golden 1 Center earned LEED Platinum certification in 2016, and its rooftop solar array produces up to 1.2 megawatts, backed by an 11-megawatt solar field run by SMUD. It has hosted first and second round NCAA men's tournament games in 2017 and 2023, NCAA women's regionals in 2026 and mixed martial arts events, along with a busy concert schedule. More than 13,500 parking spaces sit within half a mile, and Sacramento Valley Station is a short walk away, so fans can skip driving entirely.
Also known as: G1C.
Upcoming events at Golden 1 Center
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How to get to Golden 1 Center
Address: 500 David J. Stern Walk, Sacramento, CA 95814
More than 13,500 parking spaces are within half a mile of the arena, including the Downtown Commons (DOCO) West Garage at 3rd and L Streets. SacRT light rail stops nearby, with 8th and K the closest listed station, and Sacramento Valley Station, served by Amtrak, is about a 0.7 mile walk. Pedestrian walkways reach the arena from 5th and J, 7th and K, and 5th and L Streets.
Golden 1 Center: common questions
How many people does Golden 1 Center hold?
Golden 1 Center seats 17,608 for basketball and about 19,000 for concerts. The arena opened in 2016 as the home of the Sacramento Kings and earned LEED Platinum certification that same year, helped by a rooftop solar array and a dedicated solar field.
Where do you park for Golden 1 Center?
More than 13,500 parking spaces are within half a mile of Golden 1 Center, including the Downtown Commons West Garage at 3rd and L Streets. Pedestrian walkways reach the arena from 5th and J Street, 7th and K Street and 5th and L Street.
Can you take light rail to Golden 1 Center?
Yes. SacRT light rail serves downtown Sacramento near the arena, and the 8th and K station is the closest listed stop. Amtrak riders arriving at Sacramento Valley Station can walk about 0.7 miles, roughly 15 to 20 minutes, to reach Golden 1 Center.
What team plays at Golden 1 Center?
The Sacramento Kings of the NBA have played at Golden 1 Center since it opened in 2016, and the team also operates the building for the City of Sacramento. Beyond Kings games, the arena hosts concerts, NCAA tournament games and mixed martial arts events throughout the year.
Facts on this page were checked against: en.wikipedia.org, www.nba.com, blog.elitesportstours.com. Last reviewed 2026-11-05.
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