Anaheim Daily Brief: Disneyland gatherings, lobbying questions, and Honda Center week ahead
Anaheim, CA – March 2, 2026 – Political groups converged near Disneyland, city lobbying questions resurfaced, and the Ducks host a home-ice push.
Top local headlines
Unofficial political meetups draw crowds near Disneyland
Over the weekend, two rival political groups showed up around the Disneyland entrance area, with one gathering inside the resort and a counter-march moving along Harbor Boulevard outside the gates. The groups promoted the meetups online ahead of time, and the timing also overlapped with the long-running, community-organized Gay Days weekend.
Disneyland rules generally prohibit unauthorized demonstrations, speeches, and banners, so most of the visible activity centered on clothing and small groups rather than large signage.
Angel Stadium-era lobbying practices back in the spotlight
Newly reviewed records and a handwritten ledger from 2020 raised fresh questions about how influence and compensation were handled around major Anaheim projects, including the now-canceled Angel Stadium land deal and other developments near the resort area. The documents describe proposed payment splits and so-called ‘win bonuses’ tied to project approvals.
State law bars contingency-fee arrangements for state lobbying, but Anaheim’s local rules do not explicitly prohibit ‘win bonuses.’ Some reform advocates say the city should either ban the practice or require clearer disclosure so residents can see who is being paid, and for what.
Disneyland refurbishment calendar updates: closures and a Downtown Disney pinch point
Looking ahead, Disneyland’s refurbishment schedule lists the Disneyland Monorail and Roger Rabbit’s Car Toon Spin as set to close starting March 30, with reopening dates not yet posted. Separately, a Downtown Disney bar-and-tiki spot at the Disneyland Hotel is also listed as closing starting March 2 for a seasonal refurbishment window.
If you’re visiting soon, it’s a good reminder to double-check transportation and ride availability before you go—especially if you like entering via Downtown Disney or rely on a short list of must-dos.
A busy week at Honda Center
Anaheim’s home-ice calendar stays packed this week, with the Ducks continuing a stretch of games at Honda Center. Team coverage heading into Sunday’s matchup highlighted Anaheim’s recent run of comeback wins and strong home form, and the venue schedule shows more home dates immediately following.
For fans, it’s a rare chance to catch multiple games without leaving town—plus it’s one of the easier commutes in the region when you time it right around rush hour.
Sources
- https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2026-02-28/maga-raza-grops-disneyland-protest-disney
- https://www.latimes.com/socal/daily-pilot/entertainment/story/2026-02-28/anaheim-lobbyists-win-bonuses
- https://www.nhl.com/ducks/news/preview-ducks-look-to-stay-hot-against-flames-at-honda-center
- https://wdwnt.com/refurbishments-and-closures/
- https://www.hondacenter.com/
