Stadiums / Smoothie King Center
Smoothie King Center
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New Orleans
Stadium information
- Type
- arena
- Capacity
- 16,867
- Opened
- 1999
- Roof
- Indoor
- Surface
- Hardwood
- Home teams
- New Orleans Pelicans
- League
- NBA
- Sports
- Basketball
- Categories
- sport_basketball
- Timezone
- America/Chicago
- Status
- active
- Address
- [object Object]
- Location
- New Orleans
- Nicknames
- The Blender
New Orleans arena that hosted Hornets and Pelicans basketball.
Former names
Former home teams
- New Orleans Pelicans, New Orleans Hornets
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Home team history
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New Orleans Pelicans
1999-present · NBA
Features · Architecture
Multi-Sport District
Architecture · Throughout the stadium, gameday
Part of one of America's most famous sports complexes.
New Orleans Sports District
Architecture · Throughout the stadium, gameday
The arena sits beside the Caesars Superdome.
Features · History
Anthony Davis
History · Throughout the stadium, gameday
Celebrates the modern franchise star.
Chris Paul
History · Throughout the stadium, gameday
Celebrates the franchise superstar.
David West
History · Throughout the stadium, gameday
Honors the early franchise era.
Hornets
History · Throughout the stadium, gameday
Connects with franchise history.
New Orleans Basketball Timeline
History · Throughout the stadium, gameday
Showcases franchise history.
Pelicans Legends
History · Throughout the stadium, gameday
Honors franchise icons.
Features · Experience
Mardi Gras Basketball Theme
Experience · Throughout the stadium, gameday
Celebrates the city's culture.
New Orleans Basketball
Experience · Throughout the stadium, gameday
Combines NBA basketball with one of America's most unique cities.
New Orleans Pelicans Stadium Tours
Experience · Throughout the stadium, gameday
Behind-the-scenes arena access.
Pelicans Store
Experience · Throughout the stadium, gameday
Official merchandise destination.
Pierre the Pelican
Experience · Throughout the stadium, gameday
The mascot experience.
Who Dat Basketball Culture
Experience · Throughout the stadium, gameday
Connects with New Orleans fan traditions.
Traditions
12th Pelican Iconic Must experience
Special Events · Throughout the arena, gameday
"12th Pelican" serves as the team's rallying fan identity, encouraging crowd participation throughout games.
Pierre the Pelican Iconic Must experience
Performers · Throughout the arena, gameday
Pierre entertains fans with high-flying stunts, dance routines, and comedy throughout every home game.
Do It Big Iconic Must experience
Introductions · Throughout the arena, gameday
Player introductions feature dramatic lighting, music, and smoke built around the team's "Do It Big" identity.
Red Out Games Iconic Must experience
Special Events · Throughout the arena, gameday
Smoothie King Center becomes a sea of red during major games and playoff appearances.
NOLA Music Culture Iconic Must experience
Songs & Music · Throughout the arena, gameday
Brass bands, New Orleans music, and local culture are woven into the game presentation, creating a uniquely New Orleans atmosphere.
History & timeline
Anthony Davis Era Iconic Must experience
Historic display · Hall of Fame area, Davis gallery
Anthony Davis era — The Brow and the Pelicans' rise in New Orleans.
Baron Davis Legacy Iconic Must experience
Historic display · Hall of Fame area, Baron Davis gallery
Baron Davis — Hornets icon and one of the first NOLA superstars.
Chris Paul Legacy Iconic Must experience
Historic display · Hall of Fame area, Paul gallery
Chris Paul — CP3 and the franchise's first great era in New Orleans.
Cultural Heritage Nights Iconic Must experience
Historic display · Main concourse, heritage wing
Cultural heritage nights celebrating the diversity of New Orleans.
David West Legacy Iconic Must experience
Historic display · Hall of Fame area, West gallery
David West — Hornets All-Star and foundation of NOLA basketball.
Franchise Timeline Iconic Must experience
Historic display · Main concourse, timeline exhibit
Complete franchise timeline from Hornets to Pelicans in the Big Easy.
Greatest Pelicans Moments Iconic Must experience
Historic display · Main concourse, greatest moments gallery
The greatest moments in Pelicans history — from CP3 to Davis to Zion.
Hurricane Katrina Basketball Story Iconic Must experience
Historic display · Main concourse, Katrina memorial wing
Hurricane Katrina basketball story — resilience and the return of NBA basketball to NOLA.
Jazz Heritage Connection Iconic Must experience
Historic display · Main concourse, jazz heritage wing
Jazz heritage connection — the musical soul of Pelicans gameday.
Jrue Holiday Legacy Iconic Must experience
Historic display · Hall of Fame area, Holiday gallery
Jrue Holiday — defensive anchor and beloved Pelicans leader.
Modern Pelicans Era Iconic Must experience
Historic display · Main concourse, modern era wing
Modern Pelicans era — Zion, new leadership, and the future of NOLA basketball.
NBA in New Orleans Iconic Must experience
Historic display · Main concourse, NOLA NBA wing
NBA in New Orleans — basketball in one of America's most culturally rich cities.
New Orleans Basketball History Iconic Must experience
Historic display · Main concourse, NOLA basketball wing
New Orleans basketball history — one of the NBA's most unique cities.
New Orleans Hornets History Iconic Must experience
Historic display · Main concourse, Hornets wing
New Orleans Hornets history — the franchise roots that shaped Pelicans basketball.
Pelicans Rebrand History Iconic Must experience
Historic display · Main concourse, rebrand wing
Pelicans rebrand history — from Hornets to Pelicans and a new NOLA identity.
Playoff History Iconic Must experience
Historic display · Main concourse, playoff history wing
Pelicans playoff history — deep runs and Pels Nation postseason pride.
Smoothie King Center History Iconic Must experience
Historic display · Main concourse, arena history wing
Smoothie King Center history — from New Orleans Arena to the home of the Pels.
Zion Williamson Era Iconic Must experience
Historic display · Hall of Fame area, Williamson gallery
Zion Williamson era — the franchise's electric new chapter in the Big Easy.
Louisiana Basketball Legacy Iconic
Historic display · Main concourse, Louisiana sports wing
Louisiana basketball legacy — from the bayou to the NBA in New Orleans.
NOLA Sports Legacy Iconic
Historic display · Main concourse, NOLA sports wing
NOLA sports legacy — Pelicans, Saints, and the passion of the Big Easy.
Entertainment
Brass Bands Iconic Must experience
Live Performance · Throughout the arena, pregame and halftime
Brass bands bringing New Orleans jazz heritage to Smoothie King Center.
Mardi Gras Performers Iconic Must experience
Live Performance · Court surface and concourse, Mardi Gras gamedays
Mardi Gras performers — Carnival colors and NOLA culture on the court.
Heritage Nights Iconic Must experience
Special Event · Throughout the arena, heritage gamedays
Heritage nights celebrating New Orleans culture and Pelicans history.
Pregame Street Entertainment Iconic Must experience
Special Event · Exterior plaza, pregame
Pregame street entertainment on the plaza before Pelicans basketball.
Festival Celebrations Iconic Must experience
Special Event · Smoothie King Center, special events
Festival celebrations bringing New Orleans festival culture to the arena.
Cultural Showcases Iconic Must experience
Special Event · Smoothie King Center, special events
Cultural showcases celebrating the diversity and heritage of New Orleans.
Pelicans Dance Team Iconic
Live Performance · Court level and concourse, gameday
Pelicans dance team performances energizing the crowd during timeouts.
Community Events Iconic
Special Event · Smoothie King Center and plaza, special events
Community events celebrating New Orleans and Gulf Coast basketball culture.
Theme Nights
Special Event · Throughout the arena, theme gamedays
Special theme nights throughout the Pelicans season at Smoothie King Center.
Experiences
Bourbon Street Iconic Must experience
Entertainment District · Bourbon Street, postgame
Explore Bourbon Street after the game — the heartbeat of New Orleans nightlife.
Chris Paul Exhibit Iconic Must experience
Historic display · Hall of Fame area, Paul gallery
Visit the Chris Paul exhibit — CP3 and the franchise's first great era in New Orleans.
First Pelicans Game at Smoothie King Center Iconic Must experience
Special Event · Main entrance, Smoothie King Center
Your first Pelicans game at Smoothie King Center — NOLA culture and Pels Nation.
French Quarter Iconic Must experience
Entertainment District · French Quarter, pregame
Explore the French Quarter before the game — jazz, cuisine, and NOLA gameday energy.
Heritage Night Iconic Must experience
Special Event · Smoothie King Center, heritage gameday
Attend a heritage night — New Orleans culture and Pelicans history celebrated.
Jackson Square During Game Weekend Iconic Must experience
Entertainment District · Jackson Square, gameday weekend
Visit Jackson Square during game weekend — the heart of the French Quarter.
Jazz Heritage Celebration Iconic Must experience
Special Event · Smoothie King Center, jazz heritage gameday
Attend a jazz heritage celebration — the musical soul of Pelicans gameday.
Live Brass Band Performance Iconic Must experience
Live Performance · Throughout the arena, pregame and halftime
Hear a live brass band performance — New Orleans jazz heritage at Smoothie King Center.
Louisiana Sports Culture Iconic Must experience
Special Event · Smoothie King Center and New Orleans, gameday
Experience Louisiana sports culture — Pelicans, Saints, and Gulf Coast pride.
Mardi Gras Theme Night Iconic Must experience
Special Event · Smoothie King Center, Mardi Gras gameday
Experience a Mardi Gras theme night — Carnival colors and NOLA culture on gameday.
New Orleans Festival Culture Iconic Must experience
Special Event · New Orleans, gameday weekend
Experience New Orleans festival culture — Jazz Fest, Mardi Gras, and gameday energy.
New Orleans Gameday Weekend Iconic Must experience
Special Event · New Orleans, gameday weekend
Enjoy a New Orleans gameday weekend — basketball, culture, and the Big Easy.
NOLA Basketball Culture Iconic Must experience
Special Event · Smoothie King Center and New Orleans, gameday
Experience NOLA basketball culture — one of the NBA's most unique game-day atmospheres.
One of the NBA's Most Unique Cities Iconic Must experience
Special Event · New Orleans, gameday
Experience one of the NBA's most unique cities — where culture is every bit as important as basketball.
Participate in a Second Line Celebration Iconic Must experience
Special Event · Throughout the arena, gameday
Participate in a second line celebration — umbrellas, handkerchiefs, and NOLA parade culture.
Pelicans History Exhibit Iconic Must experience
Historic display · Main concourse, NOLA basketball wing
Visit the Pelicans history exhibit — Hornets, Pelicans, and the soul of NOLA hoops.
Pelicans Victory Celebration Iconic Must experience
Victory Celebration · Throughout the arena, postgame after Pelicans wins
Stay through a Pelicans victory celebration — Won't Bow Down at full voice.
Pelicans vs Grizzlies Iconic Must experience
Rivalry Game · Smoothie King Center, Pelicans vs Grizzlies
Southwest Division rivalry when Memphis visits the Big Easy.
Pelicans vs Rockets Iconic Must experience
Rivalry Game · Smoothie King Center, Pelicans vs Rockets
Gulf Coast rivalry when Houston visits New Orleans.
Pelicans vs Spurs Iconic Must experience
Rivalry Game · Smoothie King Center, Pelicans vs Spurs
Texas rivalry when San Antonio visits Smoothie King Center.
Smoothie King Center Tour Iconic Must experience
Tour · Smoothie King Center tour entrance
Behind-the-scenes Smoothie King Center tour — Hall of Fame, suites, and court.
Zion Williamson Showcase Game Iconic Must experience
Special Event · Smoothie King Center, Zion showcase gameday
Attend a Zion Williamson showcase game — the franchise's electric new era in the Big Easy.
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