Traffic Alert: National Christmas Tree Lighting May Impact Fans Traveling to Washington Wizards Game on Thursday

  • News

Fans driving to the Washington Wizards game against the Dallas Mavericks on Thursday at Capital One Arena are advised to allow extra travel time and consider alternative routes due to the 102nd National Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony. Tipoff is scheduled for tomorrow evening at 7:00 p.m.

The Washington, D.C. Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) has announced that there will be parking restrictions and street closures that motorists should take into consideration throughout the day. A complete list of Thursday’s road closures can be found HERE.

Wizards fans should refer to MPD for additional information and are encouraged to visit x.com/DCPoliceTraffic for the latest updates.

###

News

Related news

Traffic Advisory: Road Closures to Impact Fans Traveling to Upcoming Mystics and Capitals Games at Capital One Arena 

  • News
Washington, D.C. (September 24, 2026) – Fans driving to the upcoming Washington Mystics game this evening and Washington Capitals game tomorrow at Capital One Arena are advised to allow extra travel time due to street...
READ MORE

Monumental+ Now Available as a Subscription on Prime Video, Expanding Access for Fans Across the DMV Region 

  • News, Stories
New access gives fans more ways to watch live Capitals (NHL), Wizards (NBA), and Mystics (WNBA) games ahead of the upcoming NHL and NBA seasons  Washington, D.C. (September 17, 2026) – Monumental Sports Network (MNMT)...
READ MORE