Game Day and Beyond

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Anaheim Ducks

Venue and travel guide

Venue and location

City

Anaheim

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State

CA

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Venue name

Honda Center

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Zip code

92806

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Parking

Event parking conditions

General onsite lot/garage parking, including Katella and Cerritos garages, is included with tickets to events listed on Honda Center's events page; no separate parking pass. Single-event preferred parking is not sold. Accessible parking requires a valid placard/plate and is first come; spaces cannot be reserved.

Official source checked 2026-09-17; scope stated in this field.

Rideshare

Accessibility

Accessible drop-off/pick-up handled via the parking entrance — notify the parking attendant and proceed to curb ramps adjacent to the building; fee refunded if exiting within 30 minutes

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Distance

ARTIC is roughly a 7–10 minute walk from the arena's South/East Entrances

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Lyft dropoff

Same ARTIC rideshare zone, entered from Douglass Road via Katella Avenue

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Lyft pickup

Same ARTIC rideshare zone (2626 East Katella Avenue)

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Other services

Taxis use the same ARTIC drop-off/pick-up area; private transportation companies also serve ARTIC

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Peak notes

Heavy congestion on event nights along Katella Ave; OCVIBE construction and Douglass Road closure affect routing

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Post game tips

Pick-up can be moderately slow post-event; consider waiting out traffic at OCVIBE-area restaurants/bars before requesting a ride

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Overview

Designated Uber and Lyft drop-off and pick-up zone located at the Southwest corner of the arena. Post-game, wait times are moderate. The ARTIC station is a short walk and offers Metrolink and Amtrak connections.

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Uber dropoff

Drop-off at ARTIC; drivers enter ARTIC from Douglass Road via Katella Avenue, following traffic-officer direction

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Uber pickup

Designated rideshare pickup is at ARTIC (2626 East Katella Avenue); exit via the South or East Entrances to reach it

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Wait area

ARTIC transit center serves as the consolidated rideshare/taxi staging area

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Public transportation

Airport connection

John Wayne Airport (SNA) ~12 mi; rail/bus connections via ARTIC; LAX accessible via regional transit with transfers

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App

Amtrak app, Metrolink app, OCTA app; Honda Center + Ducks app for venue info

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Best option

Amtrak Pacific Surfliner or Metrolink Orange County Line to ARTIC for fans coming from LA, San Diego, or the OC corridor

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Bus routes

Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) buses and Anaheim Resort Transit (ART) serve ARTIC/the area

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Fare

Standard Amtrak/Metrolink/OCTA fares; LA Union Station to Anaheim via Amtrak roughly $20–30 one-way depending on advance purchase

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Ferry

N/A — inland location, no ferry service

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Nearest station

Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center (ARTIC), 2626 E. Katella Ave, directly across from the arena (~7–10 min walk)

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Overview

ARTIC (Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center) is within walking distance, serving Metrolink, Amtrak Pacific Surfliner, and multiple bus routes. OC Bus routes serve Katella Avenue. ARTIC is a major transportation hub for Orange County.

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Rail lines

Amtrak Pacific Surfliner and Metrolink Orange County Line (with Metrolink 91/Perris Valley Line on weekdays) at ARTIC

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Tips

OC Line weekend service is limited and last trains from ARTIC typically run until ~10–11 PM — check schedules before late events

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Walking distance

ARTIC is roughly a 7–10 minute walk to the arena entrances

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Shuttles

Notes

Honda Center directs guests to ARTIC (Amtrak/Metrolink/OCTA/Anaheim Resort Transit) rather than a venue-operated shuttle

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Overview

ART (Anaheim Regional Transportation) offers game day shuttle service from designated locations. The Honda Center also coordinates with local hotels for shuttle services.

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Bicycles

Overnight

No — bike parking opens two hours before the event and closes 30 minutes after it concludes

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Overview

Bike racks available near the North and South entrances. Limited bike infrastructure in the immediate area given the arena's freeway-adjacent location.

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Rack locations

Complimentary bicycle parking is available for ticket holders in the Katella Garage and the Cerritos Garage; bikes may not be parked elsewhere

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Secure

Located within parking garages; guests must provide their own locking mechanism (not a guarded/valet setup)

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Share cost

Free (complimentary for ticket holders)

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Tips

Bring your own lock; arrive within the two-hours-prior to 30-minutes-after window

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Accessibility

Accessible parking

Designated accessible stalls in the arena lots for valid placard/plate holders (all 50 states, D.C., Canadian provinces); first-come, first-parked, not reservable

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Assistive listening

Courtesy assisted-listening systems available for checkout at the Guest Services desk at Section 208 (or another designated desk on request)

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Contact

accessibilityservices@hondacenter.com or 714-704-2400 (box office for seating relocations: 714-704-2500)

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Dropoff

Proceed through the parking entrance, notify the attendant, and use curb ramps immediately adjacent to the building; fee refunded if exiting within 30 minutes

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Elevators

Guests with disabilities may use any elevator, including VIP/ticketholder elevators; South East (SE) elevators serve floor seating

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Fun fact

Guest Services desks (Sections 208, 322, 437) store mobility devices and loan courtesy wheelchairs; a private mother's nursing pod is available on the concourse via the Section 208 desk

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Overview

Honda Center is fully ADA-compliant. Accessible seating on all levels. All entrances are wheelchair accessible. Elevators serve every level. ADA parking available in all lots. Assistive listening devices and sensory kits at Guest Services.

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Restrooms

All concourse restrooms include a fully accessible stall, accessible baby-changing tables, and an accessible washing station

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Sensory

KultureCity-certified sensory inclusive; sensory bags (noise-canceling headphones, fidget tools, verbal cue cards, weighted lap pads) available at Guest Services near Section 214

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Service animals

Pets not permitted; service dogs welcome per the ADA. Guests encouraged to email accessibilityservices@hondacenter.com in advance to confirm seating

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Wheelchair seating

Wheelchair-accessible and companion seating provided on every level, including the floor when floor seats are offered (floor access via the South East elevators)

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Food and vendors

Cashless

Yes — fully cashless venue; all major credit/debit and mobile payments accepted, no cash

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Craft beer

Self-pour stations including Brewery X Draft Picks (Sec. 424) and Golden Road Draft Picks (Sec. 437); Arena Classics carries Bottle Logic and other selections

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Fun fact

Concessions went in-house in 2013 after years under Aramark, allowing the Ducks/arena to curate a roster of Southern California craft beers and local food brands

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Local

Concessions feature regional/local tie-ins including local craft brews (e.g., Brewery X, Bottle Logic) and Golden Road; concessions are operated in-house by the arena (since 2013)

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Mobile ordering

Yes — mobile ordering via the Honda Center + Ducks app; SpotOn contactless order-and-pay kiosks installed at concessions

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Notable stands

Arena Classics (Sec. 434), Anaheim Pizza Co., Brewery X Draft Picks (Sec. 424), Golden Road Draft Picks (Sec. 437)

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Parking Apps Accepted

Pre-paid parking via the Honda Center + Ducks app and third-party platforms (Vivid Seats, ParkWhiz, SpotHero)

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Overview

Honda Center features a Southern California-focused food program including Wahoo's Fish Taco, The Classics, craft beer stands, and premium dining. The Ducks Team Store is on the main concourse.

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Signature food

Reported signature items include a Peruvian grilled chicken sandwich and burgers at Arena Classics, plus deep-dish pizza at Anaheim Pizza Co

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Vegetarian

Yes — Beyond Burger/Beyond patty options and veggie bowls available (e.g., at Arena Classics, Sec. 434)

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Venue history

Overview

Opened June 19, 1993 as the Anaheim Arena. Renamed Arrowhead Pond of Anaheim, then Honda Center in 2006. The Ducks won the Stanley Cup in 2007. 'The Pond' has hosted the NHL All-Star Game, NCAA tournaments, and major concerts. Home to Teemu Selanne's #8 retirement ceremony.

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Venue details

Climate

Fully enclosed, climate-controlled indoor arena; converts from hockey to a ~8,400-seat amphitheater in about five hours

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Elevation

Approximately 160 ft above sea level (Anaheim)

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Levels

Multi-level bowl (100/200/300/400 levels) with club levels; convertible to an 8,400-seat "Theatre at Honda Center" configuration

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Premium

84 luxury suites historically; premium offerings include Legacy Club, Impact Club, Club Seats, and Ducks Party Suites (renovation adds new club suites)

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Overview

Hockey seating capacity: 17,174. Ice surface: 200 ft × 85 ft. Modern arena located in Orange County near major freeways and attractions.

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Scoreboard

Center-hung scoreboard debuted in the 2014–15 season; two full levels of 360° Daktronics ribbon LED displays (~1,800 ft) installed in 2005; exterior marquee video displays

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Shared tenants

Sole major pro tenant is the Anaheim Ducks (NHL); historically shared with the Clippers (NBA, 1994–99), Bullfrogs (RHI), Piranhas (AFL), LA Kiss (AFL) and others. Hosts concerts, UFC, and amateur/college events

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Surface

Standard NHL ice sheet (200 ft x 85 ft); building footprint ~650,000 sq ft

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