The Spectrum

Opened in 1967

Venue Information

Capacity

17,380

Year Opened

1967

Teams

Team League Years
Philadelphia 76ers
Previously: Philadelphia Civic Center (1964–1967)
Moved to: Xfinity Mobile Arena (1997–present)
NBA 1968 - 1996
Philadelphia Flyers
Moved to: Xfinity Mobile Arena (1997–present)
NHL 1968 - 1996

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the capacity of The Spectrum?

The capacity of The Spectrum is 17,380.

When was The Spectrum built?

The Spectrum opened in 1967.

Where did the Philadelphia 76ers play before The Spectrum?

Before moving to The Spectrum in 1968, the Philadelphia 76ers played at Philadelphia Civic Center from 1964 to 1967.

Where did the Philadelphia 76ers play after The Spectrum?

After leaving The Spectrum in 1996, the Philadelphia 76ers moved to Xfinity Mobile Arena in 1997.

Where did the Philadelphia Flyers play after The Spectrum?

After leaving The Spectrum in 1996, the Philadelphia Flyers moved to Xfinity Mobile Arena in 1997.

Historical Names

CoreStates Spectrum

1994 - 1996

The Spectrum

Unknown - 1994

Current

Location

Coordinates: 39.9042, -75.1711
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