The transport system near the place provides easy access to different parts of the city. There are about four shopping centers nearby the center, where tourists can enjoy unlimited shopping.
History of Verizon Center
The Verizon Center was opened in the year,1997 in the Downtown area of Chinatown in Washington. The center was earlier used to be the US Air Arena that was located in Landover in Maryland. The Verizon Center emerged as a popular commercial center in Washington apart from being a famous venue for sports and entertainment.
Events of Verizon Center
The Verizon Center, being one of the popular sports venues of Washington, hosts a large number of special events. Some of them are as follows:
- NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament
- NBA All-Star Game
- World Wrestling Entertainment
- Atlantic Coast Conference
- Frozen Four Hockey Championship
- WWE 3-hour Spectacular
- WNBA All-Star Game
Concerts in Verizon Center
The Verizon Center offer many special shows and concerts. Some of them are listed below:
- American Idol Live Performance
- Washington International Horse Show
- Spirit of America
- The US Army Band
- Walking with Dinosaurs
Dance shows are also performed at the Verizon Center. Popular dancers from all over the world come to the Verizon Center to take part in the international dance programs held in the Verizon Center.
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