Can you smoke outside Capital One Arena?

The arena says smoking is permitted outdoors at least 25 feet away from the building, but D.C. Code 48-911.01 makes consuming cannabis in public space illegal.

Outside food and beverages are not allowed at the arena, so edibles fall under that rule.

Is there a place to store my purchase at the arena?

The arena's policy says it will not check or store prohibited items.

What is the Capital One Arena bag policy?

A strict no bag policy. Wallet-size clutches no larger than 4 by 6 inches and medical and parenting bags no larger than 14 by 14 by 6 inches are permitted and screened.

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