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Whether you're a Ducks fan, a concertgoer or just there for the food, Honda Center has plenty to try this season. The arena is in the middle of its $1 billion Encore transformation, and it's staying open for games and events while the work continues through 2027.

New spaces and upgrades

The Splitero Club on the Columbia Bank Club Level is the arena's newest premium space, with private booths, loge seats, a full-service bar and direct access from the new River Garage. It's the first club in Honda Center history to offer concert views. Guests will also notice renovated restrooms, and the first aid station has moved just outside Section 202. Outside, the five-story South Entrance is steadily taking shape.

What to eat and drink

Executive Chef Cesar Regalado and his team have added some fun new items to the lineup:

Schiacciata Sweet Sandwich: Nutella, banana and strawberries at Anaheim Pizza Co. (Section 203)

Buñuelos: A nearly 16-inch dessert topped with cajeta caramel and Abuelita hot chocolate ganache at Blue Line Taqueria (Section 219)

The Golden Dog: An all-beef hot dog fried in cake dough at Quack Snacks (Section 421)

Pork & Roll: A sticky bun piled with pulled pork and beer cheese at Feather and Flame (Section 426)

Fun Bucket: Fried chicken, potato wedges and corn wheels made for sharing at Arena Classics (Section 434)

On the drink side, the self-serve Draft Picks beer stands are back, including Blue Moon Draft Picks at Section 424. The Modelo Puck Drop Patio returns with $5 12-ounce Modelo beers from opening until puck drop. The Coors Light Cold Zone and Jack Daniel's Backstage Bar are set to open later in the season.

Parking and getting there

Premium parking at the River Garage is on sale through Ticketmaster for events Oct. 15 and later. Passes are limited and must be bought in advance. General parking is still included with your ticket in the Katella and Cerritos garages, but overflow lots at Arena Corporate Center and off Phoenix Club Drive are no longer available. Rideshare pickup is at ARTIC, across Katella Avenue.

Mark your calendar

Along with a full slate of Ducks home games, here's what's coming up:

•  Oct. 8: Chayanne 
• Oct. 9: SOMBR
• Oct. 15: Phil Wickham
• Oct. 17: Los Tigres del Norte
• Oct. 22: Bryson Tiller
• Nov. 6: Dan + Shay
• Nov. 7: Brand New
• Nov. 21: V-Beyond
• Nov. 24: Journey
• Nov. 28: Los Gemelos de Sinaloa
• Dec. 2: Jonas Brothers
• Dec. 5: West Coast Hoops Showdown, featuring UCLA vs. Gonzaga
• Dec. 11-14: Disney On Ice presents Jump In!
• Feb. 12: Christian Castro
• March 3: Elevation Nights
• April 2: Hans Zimmer Live
• April 29: Josiah Queen

What's next for the neighborhood

The Samueli family's 100-acre OCVIBE district is also on the way, with the first phase opening in early 2027. A 5,000-capacity concert hall arrives in March, followed by Katella Commons, a market hall with 21 chef-driven kitchens. Chef Roy Choi's restaurant Best Friend is slated to open later in 2027.

Find the full event schedule and parking details at hondacenter.com.