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Buoy Drum Lead
Mascot Buoy leads the crowd with a giant drum before games and during key moments.
7.5Passport Score
2021Opened
17,151Capacity
IndoorRoof
Artificial Ice / HardwoodSurface
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The basics
About Climate Pledge Arena
Redeveloped Seattle arena that hosted SuperSonics basketball before the franchise moved to Oklahoma City.
- Type
- arena
- Sports
- Hockey
- Nicknames
- The Deep, CPA
- Location
- Seattle, WA
- Time zone
- America/Los Angeles
- Status
- active
FormerlyKeyArena, Seattle Center ColiseumKeyArenaSeattle Center Coliseum
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Landmarks, traditions & experiences
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"Lithium" Goal Song
Following Kraken goals, Nirvana's "Lithium" plays, celebrating Seattle's grunge heritage.
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Arena Transformation Story
Arena transformation — from KeyArena to the world's most sustainable sports venue.
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Climate Pledge Arena Restoration
Climate Pledge Arena restoration — preserving the Coliseum roof while building the future.
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Emerald City Hockey History
Emerald City hockey — rain, mountains, grunge, and Kraken mythology in Seattle.
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Expansion Franchise History
2021 expansion — Seattle joins the NHL and immediately builds a world-class gameday experience.
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First American Stanley Cup Champions (1917)
1917 — Seattle Metropolitans become the first American Stanley Cup champions in history.
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First Playoff Appearance
2023 — the Kraken reach the playoffs in just their second season.
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Greatest Kraken Moments
The greatest moments in Kraken history — from inaugural night to the first playoff win.
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Kraken Hall of Fame
Kraken Hall of Fame — honoring pioneers of Seattle's NHL return.
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Kraken Inaugural Season
2021–22 inaugural season — Seattle gets the NHL back and builds Kraken Nation overnight.
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Matty Beniers Legacy
Calder Trophy winner — the face of the Kraken's early success and playoff push.
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NHL Return to Seattle
NHL return to Seattle — 94 years after the Metropolitans won the Cup.
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Seattle Hockey History
Seattle hockey history — Metropolitans, SuperSonics, and the NHL's return in 2021.
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Seattle Metropolitans Legacy
Seattle Metropolitans — the first American team to win the Stanley Cup in 1917.
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Sustainability Legacy
Sustainability legacy — net-zero carbon certification and the Climate Pledge mission.
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The Deep Legacy
The Deep legacy — the most unique entrance experience in all of sports.
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Winter Classic Legacy
Winter Classic legacy — outdoor hockey returns to the Pacific Northwest.
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Buoy
Buoy the mascot — rappelling from the rafters and entertaining Kraken Nation.
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Kraken Drumline
Kraken drumline performances energizing the crowd before puck drop.
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Grunge Music Performances
Grunge music performances — Seattle sound live at Kraken gameday.
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Seattle Music Celebrations
Seattle music celebrations — grunge, indie, and Emerald City sound at the arena.
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Canucks Rivalry Weekend
Full Canucks rivalry weekend — Cascadia hatred in Seattle.
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First VisitIconic
Climate Pledge Arena
Your first time walking into Climate Pledge Arena — The Deep, Kraken, and the Emerald City.
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Climate Pledge Arena Tour
Behind-the-scenes Climate Pledge Arena tour — The Deep, Living Wall, and preserved roof.
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Deep During Introductions
Experience The Deep during player introductions — underwater spectacle before puck drop.
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Enter Through The Deep
Enter through The Deep — the immersive underwater tunnel that defines Kraken gameday.
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Rivalry GameIconic
Golden Knights Rivalry Weekend
Full Golden Knights rivalry weekend — Pacific Division battle in the Emerald City.
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Grunge Night
Grunge night — Nirvana, Pearl Jam, and Seattle sound at Kraken gameday.
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Kraken vs Canucks
Cascadia rivalry when Vancouver visits Climate Pledge Arena.
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Kraken vs Golden Knights
Western Conference rivalry when Vegas visits the Emerald City.
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Kraken vs Oilers
Pacific Northwest rivalry when Edmonton visits Seattle.
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Major Concert
Attend a major concert at Climate Pledge Arena — world-class live music in Seattle.
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Matty Beniers Tribute Event
Matty Beniers tribute event — honoring the Calder Trophy winner and Kraken pioneer.
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One of the NHL's Most Unique Arenas
Experience one of the NHL's most unique arenas — The Deep, Living Wall, and preserved roof.
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Seattle Center
Explore Seattle Center before the game — Space Needle, Monorail, and Emerald City culture.
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Seattle Metropolitans Exhibit
Visit the Metropolitans exhibit — 1917 Stanley Cup champions and Seattle hockey roots.
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Space Needle Before Puck Drop
Visit the Space Needle before puck drop — Seattle's icon steps from the arena.
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Winter Classic
Winter Classic — outdoor hockey and Kraken mythology on the national stage.
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Franchise Timeline
Complete franchise timeline from 2021 expansion to first playoff appearance.
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Pacific Northwest Hockey History
Pacific Northwest hockey — Cascadia rivalry and West Coast hockey culture.
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Rivalry History
Rivalry history with Canucks, Oilers, and Golden Knights in the Pacific Division.
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Seattle Sports Legacy
Seattle sports legacy — SuperSonics, Storm, Seahawks, and the Kraken era.
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Seattle Center Events
Seattle Center events surrounding Climate Pledge Arena on gameday.
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Pregame Plaza Activities
Pregame plaza activities outside Climate Pledge Arena before puck drop.
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Entertainment DistrictMust see
Downtown Seattle
Explore downtown Seattle after the game — Pike Place, waterfront, and Emerald City nightlife.
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Victory CelebrationMust see
Kraken Victory Celebration
Stay for the postgame victory celebration when the Kraken win at home.
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Special EventMust see
Saturday Night Hockey
Saturday night hockey energy at Climate Pledge Arena in the Emerald City.
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Architecture
First Net Zero Carbon Arena
The building emphasizes sustainability.
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Architecture
Glass Roof Preservation
The iconic roof structure remains part of the design.
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Architecture
Historic Arena Renovation
Built from the historic Seattle Center Coliseum structure.
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Architecture
Iconic Roof Preservation
Maintains the historic arena structure.
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Architecture
Modern Basketball Venue
Provides a premium fan experience.
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History
2004 WNBA Championships
Honors the first championship.
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History
2010 WNBA Championships
Celebrates the second title.
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History
2018 WNBA Championships
Honors the championship era.
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History
Basketball Heritage
Showcases Seattle women's basketball history.
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History
Climate Pledge Transformation
Display showcasing the arena rebuild.
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History
Expansion Franchise Story
Celebrates the creation of Seattle's NHL team.
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History
Kraken Inaugural
Honors the beginning of the franchise.
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History
Lauren Jackson
Honors the WNBA legend.
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History
Original Six Tribute Areas
Honors hockey tradition.
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History
Seattle Hockey Heritage
Connects with previous hockey history in the region.
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History
Storm Championships
Celebrates Seattle's WNBA success.
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History
Sue Bird
Celebrates the greatest player in franchise history.
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Experience
12s
Connects with Seattle's famous sports fan culture.
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Experience
Buoy the Troll
The mascot experience.
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Experience
Kraken Store
Official merchandise destination.
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Experience
Octopus-Themed Branding
The team's unique ocean identity.
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Experience
Release the Kraken
The famous team introduction.
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Experience
Seattle Basketball
Combines WNBA basketball with Pacific Northwest culture.
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Seattle Hockey
Combines NHL hockey with Pacific Northwest culture.
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Experience
Seattle Kraken Stadium Tours
Behind-the-scenes arena access.
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Experience
Seattle Storm Stadium Tours
Behind-the-scenes arena access.
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Experience
Skyforce Mascot
The team entertainment experience.
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Storm Chasers Fan Culture
The passionate Seattle fan community.
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Storm Store
Official merchandise destination.
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Architecture
Living Wall
A four-story vertical garden in the concourse — Climate Pledge’s signature green landmark.
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Displays
Sustainability Exhibit
Exhibit on Climate Pledge Arena as the first net-zero-certified arena in the world.
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Displays
Kraken History Displays
Displays on the Kraken’s founding and Seattle’s return to the NHL.
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Architecture
Original Arena Roof
The preserved 1962 World’s Fair roof — the historic lid kept when the arena was rebuilt.
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Displays
Green Arena Exhibit
Exhibit on the rainwater, solar, and conservation systems that make the building “green.”
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Signature
Kraken Plaza
The plaza outside Climate Pledge Arena on Kraken gamedays.
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Displays
Pacific Northwest Heritage
Displays celebrating Pacific Northwest culture and Seattle hockey heritage.
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Displays
Team Legacy Wall
Wall tracing Kraken history from the 2021 inaugural season forward.
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Crowd Ritual
The Storm Surge
The Storm Surge supporter community creates one of the WNBA's loudest fan environments.
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Special Event
Theme Nights
Special theme nights throughout the Kraken season at Climate Pledge Arena.
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Special Event
Community Nights
Community nights celebrating Seattle neighborhoods and Kraken fandom.
Through the years
History
Names
- Former nameKeyArena
- Former nameSeattle Center Coliseum
Home teams
- 1967-2008Seattle SuperSonicsNBA
- 2021-presentSeattle KrakenNHL
- 2021-presentSeattle StormWNBA
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