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Cowbell Kingdom
Kings fans ring thousands of cowbells throughout the game, creating one of the league's most unique home-court atmospheres.
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2016Opened
17,500Capacity
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The basics
About Golden 1 Center
Downtown Sacramento arena known for “Light the Beam” culture.
- Type
- arena
- Sports
- Basketball
- League
- NBA
- Nicknames
- G1C
- Location
- Sacramento, CA
- Time zone
- America/Los Angeles
- Status
- active
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Landmarks, traditions & experiences
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Here We Stay
"Here We Stay" remains an emotional rallying cry celebrating the successful effort to keep the Kings in Sacramento.
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Slamson Entertainment
Mascot Slamson entertains fans with trampoline dunks, comedy routines, and crowd interaction throughout every home game.
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2002 Western Conference Finals Exhibit
2002 Western Conference Finals exhibit — the closest call in Kings history.
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Chris Webber Legacy
Chris Webber — the face of the Greatest Show on Court era in Sacramento.
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Cowbell Kingdom History
Cowbell Kingdom history — the fan culture that defines Sacramento basketball.
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De'Aaron Fox Era
De'Aaron Fox era — Speedy and the modern Kings revival in Sacramento.
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Domantas Sabonis Era
Domantas Sabonis era — the All-Star anchor of the modern Kings era.
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Franchise Timeline
Complete franchise timeline from Rochester Royals to Light the Beam.
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Greatest Kings Moments
The greatest moments in Kings history — from Richmond to Webber to Light the Beam.
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Greatest Show on Court Era
Greatest Show on Court era — Webber, Bibby, Peja, and the 2002 run.
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Kings Hall of Fame
The complete Kings Hall of Fame — every purple and black immortal.
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Light the Beam Era
Light the Beam era — one of the most recognizable traditions in professional sports.
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Mike Bibby Legacy
Mike Bibby — the clutch point guard of the 2002 Western Conference Finals run.
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Mitch Richmond Legacy
Mitch Richmond — The Rock and the original Sacramento superstar.
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Modern Kings Revival
Modern Kings revival — Fox, Sabonis, and the next chapter of Beam Team.
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Peja Stojaković Legacy
Peja Stojaković — the sharpshooter and Kings legend of the early 2000s.
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Playoff History
Kings playoff history — 2002 and Beam Team postseason pride.
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Rochester Royals History
Rochester Royals history — the franchise roots and 1951 NBA championship.
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Sacramento Basketball History
Sacramento basketball history — Cowbell Kingdom and unmatched fan loyalty.
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Sacramento Kings Relocation Story
Sacramento Kings relocation story — how the franchise found its forever home.
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Vlade Divac Legacy
Vlade Divac — the Serbian center and heart of the Greatest Show on Court.
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Heritage Nights
Heritage nights celebrating Webber, the Greatest Show on Court, and Kings history.
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Downtown Commons Events
Downtown Commons events on the plaza before Kings basketball.
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Beam Be Lit
Watch the Beam be lit — the purple laser that celebrates every Kings win in Sacramento.
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Beam Celebration
Stay through a Beam celebration — Light the Beam when the Kings win at home.
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California Basketball History
Experience California basketball history — Kings, Lakers, Warriors, and Golden State hoops.
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Championship Anniversary Night
Attend a championship anniversary night — celebrating the 1951 Rochester Royals title.
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Chris Webber Tribute Night
Attend a Chris Webber tribute night — honoring the Greatest Show on Court at Golden 1 Center.
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Downtown Commons
Explore Downtown Commons before the game — pregame energy in the heart of Sacramento.
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First Kings Game at Golden 1 Center
Your first Kings game at Golden 1 Center — Light the Beam and Cowbell Kingdom.
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Golden 1 Center Tour
Behind-the-scenes Golden 1 Center tour — Hall of Fame, suites, and court.
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Greatest Show on Court Exhibit
Visit the Greatest Show on Court exhibit — Webber, Bibby, Peja, and the 2002 run.
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Kings vs Lakers
California rivalry when Los Angeles visits Golden 1 Center.
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Kings vs Mavericks
Western Conference battles when Dallas visits Sacramento.
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Kings vs Warriors
Northern California rivalry when Golden State visits Sacramento.
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Light the Beam Exhibit
Visit the Light the Beam exhibit — one of the NBA's best modern traditions.
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Mike Bibby Tribute Night
Attend a Mike Bibby tribute night — honoring the 2002 run in Sacramento.
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Old Sacramento During Game Weekend
Visit Old Sacramento during game weekend — history and gameday energy in the capital.
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One of the NBA's Best Modern Traditions
Experience one of the NBA's best modern traditions — Light the Beam in Sacramento.
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Participate in a Purple Out Crowd
Participate in a purple out crowd — Beam Team packed in for playoff basketball.
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Sacramento Basketball Culture
Experience Sacramento basketball culture — Cowbell Kingdom and unmatched fan loyalty.
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Western Conference Finals Game
Western Conference Finals at Golden 1 Center — the pinnacle of Kings basketball.
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California Basketball Legacy
California basketball legacy — Kings, Lakers, Warriors, and Golden State hoops.
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Kings Dancers
Kings Dancers performances energizing the crowd during timeouts.
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Community Events
Community events celebrating Sacramento and California basketball culture.
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Kings Fan Festivals
Kings fan festivals celebrating Beam Team and Cowbell Kingdom culture.
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Signature
Downtown Commons (DOCO)
Downtown Commons, the DOCO district wrapping Golden 1 Center.
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Signature
Plaza Events
Pregame plaza events at Golden 1 Center and DOCO.
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Architecture
World's Most Advanced Arena Branding
Known for technology-focused design.
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History
2002 Western Conference Finals
Highlights the iconic Kings era.
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History
ARCO Arena Legacy
Display honoring the former home.
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History
Chris Webber
Celebrates the early 2000s Kings era.
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Displays
Kings Legacy Wall
Wall on Kings history from Rochester and Cincinnati through Sacramento.
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History
Mitch Richmond
Celebrates the original Sacramento star.
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History
Sacramento Kings Retired Numbers
Honors Richmond, Divac, and other legends.
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History
Vlade Divac
Honors the franchise center.
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Experience
Beam Team Era
Celebrates the current fan movement.
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Experience
Kings Store
Official merchandise destination.
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Experience
Light the Beam
The famous modern Kings celebration.
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Experience
Sacramento Basketball
Combines NBA basketball with California capital culture.
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Experience
Sacramento Kings Stadium Tours
Behind-the-scenes arena access.
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Experience
Slamson the Lion
The mascot experience.
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Displays
Sacramento Heritage Displays
Displays on Sacramento's civic and farm-to-fork identity.
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Displays
Team History Wall
Wall tracing Kings basketball in Sacramento.
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Displays
Royal Court Exhibit
Exhibit on the Kings' Royal Court identity.
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Displays
Farm-to-Fork Displays
Displays celebrating Sacramento's farm-to-fork food culture.
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Signature
Crown Club
Crown Club premium space inside Golden 1 Center.
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Special Event
Theme Nights
Special theme nights throughout the Kings season at Golden 1 Center.
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