- 4 upcoming events
- Washington, D.C, District of Columbia
- 4,500 capacity
- Opened 1988
- Home of American Eagles, American Eagles women's basketball, American Eagles men's basketball
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4 upcoming events
Hampton Pirates at American University Eagles BasketballNov 29, 2026 · In 42 daysfrom $32.24Bucknell Bison atAmerican University Eagles BasketballJan 27, 2027from $32.24Boston University Terriers at American University Eagles BasketballJan 30, 2027from $32.24Army Black Knights at American Eagles BasketballFeb 17, 2027from $32.24
Getting there
Around Bender Arena:
- Tenleytown–AU station (subway) · 0.9 mi · about 23 min walk
- 19 bus stops within 0.3 miles
- 43 public parking lots and garages within 0.6 miles
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Straight-line distances from the venue. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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Good to know
What's on at Bender Arena this week?
Nothing in the next 7 days. The next event is Hampton Pirates at American University Eagles Basketball (Sun, Nov 29).
How many people does Bender Arena hold?
About 4,500 people at full capacity (Wikidata). The real number depends on the event layout.
Who plays at Bender Arena?
Bender Arena is home to American Eagles, American Eagles women's basketball and American Eagles men's basketball.
Is Bender Arena indoors?
Yes. Bender Arena is an indoor venue, so the weather only matters for getting there and back.
How do I get to Bender Arena by public transit?
The closest stop is Tenleytown–AU station (subway), 0.9 mi away, about 23 min walk. There are 19 bus stops within 0.3 miles.
Is there parking near Bender Arena?
Yes. OpenStreetMap shows 43 public parking lots and garages within 0.6 miles. Event-day prices are usually higher, and many lots can be booked ahead.