Photo Credit: Rendering of Honda Center Encore
Anaheim’s Honda Center announces a $1 billion privately funded renovation to reimagine the arena, spearheaded by longtime stewards, the Samueli Family.
OC Sports & Entertainment (OCSE) made the announcement of the multi-year investment led by the owners of the Anaheim Ducks. The comprehensive renovations will reimagine nearly every aspect of the venue. The project launched last fall and plans to run through the end of 2027. Importantly, Honda Center will remain open during all project phases.
“This is more than just an investment in a venue—it’s an investment in Anaheim and the future of Orange County as a global destination for live entertainment,” said Bill Foltz, Chief Executive Officer of OC Sports & Entertainment. “Honda Center Encore reflects our commitment to delivering a world-class experience for every guest, every visit—all made possible through the vision and generosity of the Samueli Family.”
Among the highlights of the Honda Center Encore transformation include a new five-story South Entrance with a “grand arrival experience,” and future plans for a high-impact digital display to host outdoor viewing parties and community events.
New escalators will improve vertical circulation and enhance guest flow through the arena; a complete refresh of the food and beverage spaces—including ten new concepts and the use of self-service technology—will elevate speed and convenience for guests. The debut of new opera box suites and a full renovation of all 68 existing luxury suites, plus an all-inclusive club with upscale experiences for premium guests, will offer unmatched views and hospitality.
Finally, the arena will see three new parking garages, increasing available parking by nearly 60%, alongside four new entry plazas with a distinct social aesthetic. The two general parking garages will begin serving guests as early as October 2025, streamlining entry with an all-inclusive model, and the first of its kind at a US arena—eliminating parking passes and enabling seamless entry and exit for ticketholders.
“As our partnership approaches two decades, we are proud to be a part of this reimagining of the Honda Center into a world-class facility where dreams come true,” said Jennifer Symington, Assistant Vice President of Marketing, American Honda Motor Co., Inc. “This renewed commitment to the community and visitors will make Orange County and the Honda Center a premier destination for sports and entertainment.”
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