Venue Information
Capacity
Year Opened
Teams
| Team | League | Years |
|---|---|---|
|
New Jersey Devils
Previously:
McNichols Sports Arena
(1977–1982)
Moved to:
Prudential Center
(2008–present)
|
NHL | 1983 - 2007 |
|
New Jersey Nets
Previously:
Jersey Mike's Arena
(1978–1981)
Moved to:
Prudential Center
(2011–2012)
|
NBA | 1982 - 2010 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capacity of Continental Airlines Arena?
The capacity of Continental Airlines Arena is 19,040.
When was Continental Airlines Arena built?
Continental Airlines Arena opened in 1981.
Where did the New Jersey Devils play before Continental Airlines Arena?
Before moving to Continental Airlines Arena in 1983, the New Jersey Devils played at McNichols Sports Arena from 1977 to 1982.
Where did the New Jersey Devils play after Continental Airlines Arena?
After leaving Continental Airlines Arena in 2007, the New Jersey Devils moved to Prudential Center in 2008.
Where did the New Jersey Nets play before Continental Airlines Arena?
Before moving to Continental Airlines Arena in 1982, the New Jersey Nets played at Jersey Mike's Arena from 1978 to 1981.
Where did the New Jersey Nets play after Continental Airlines Arena?
After leaving Continental Airlines Arena in 2010, the New Jersey Nets moved to Prudential Center in 2011. They played there until 2012.
Historical Names
Meadowlands Arena
2016 - Present
Izod Center
2007 - 2015
Continental Airlines Arena
1996 - 2006
CurrentBrendan Byrne Arena
1981 - 1996