Anaheim Apartment Project Approved, Major Concert Draws Fans, ART Bus Shutdown Nears
Anaheim, CA – March 13, 2026 – A major housing project moves forward as a big-name concert hits Honda Center and transit changes loom.
Anaheim is balancing growth, entertainment and transportation changes this week, with big decisions and big crowds shaping the local conversation.
Anaheim Hills Apartment Project Approved
Anaheim’s City Council has approved a controversial 447-unit apartment development at the Anaheim Hills Festival shopping center.
The four-story project will replace the former Regal Edwards movie theater site. The vote followed months of debate and multiple postponements, with residents voicing concerns about traffic, wildfire risk and density in a high fire severity zone.
City officials say the project helps address housing demand while incorporating fire safety considerations. Construction timelines have not yet been announced.
Peso Pluma Draws Crowd to Honda Center Area
Thousands of fans gathered in Anaheim on March 11 for Peso Pluma’s performance near the Honda Center, bringing a surge of activity to the Platinum Triangle district.
Hotels and restaurants in the area saw increased foot traffic as concertgoers filled the entertainment corridor. The event is part of a busy spring schedule at Anaheim’s major venues, signaling a strong start to the city’s tourism season.
ART Bus Service Set to End March 31
The Anaheim Transportation Network has confirmed that ART bus service will shut down on March 31, 2026, after years of financial challenges.
The buses have long connected hotels, the Disneyland Resort, ARTIC and other key destinations. City and tourism officials are now working to identify alternative transportation options ahead of the closure, which could affect visitors and local workers alike.
With housing expansion, high-profile events and transportation shifts all unfolding at once, Anaheim is entering a pivotal stretch as it heads deeper into 2026.
Sources
https://www.anaheim.net/m/newsflash
https://event.marriott.com/laxah-anaheim-marriott/events/orange-county/peso-pluma-11349875
https://mickeyblog.com/2026/01/30/anaheims-art-buses-to-end-service-march-31-impacting-disneyland-visitors/