OCVIBE, a 100-acre mixed-use district planned near the Honda Center in Anaheim, has released new designs highlighting a major network of parks and plazas woven throughout the project. The plans call for 20 acres of dedicated open space, shaping a pedestrian-focused environment within the broader development.
The open-space program is expected to feature approximately three miles of walkable trails that connect various parts of the district. These paths will be complemented by an outdoor public art gallery, new parks, and a series of plazas intended to provide gathering areas for residents and visitors. The team behind OCVIBE also envisions a varied calendar of public programming to activate these spaces over time.
Brian Myers, senior director on the OCVIBE development team, framed the open-space initiative as a core element of the district’s role in the community. He noted that well-designed parks and plazas contribute to stronger neighborhoods, and described the network of open spaces at OCVIBE as a long-term commitment to the health and resiliency of Anaheim. He emphasized that the development is being positioned as a resource for the broader Southern California community as well as for local residents.
Myers added that from the project’s inception, the team aimed to create places that promote wellness, highlight art and culture, and support social connection. The ambition is that these public areas will serve as a lasting source of inspiration and engagement for people across Orange County for many years.
The initial phase of the public realm is scheduled to debut in early 2027, when the first plaza comes online. That opening is planned to coincide with Katella Commons, described as the district’s chef-driven market hall, introducing a new food-focused destination within OCVIBE. At the same time, the Concert Hall, a live entertainment venue designed to accommodate 5,000 attendees, is expected to open alongside the plaza and market hall, further anchoring the activation of the district’s early phases.
Together, the open-space network, culinary offerings at Katella Commons, and large-format Concert Hall are planned as foundational elements of OCVIBE’s mixed-use environment near the Honda Center, positioning the project as a new focal point for public gathering, culture, and community activity in Anaheim.
