September in Anaheim: Major Concerts, Fall Festival Plans, and Community Updates

September 1–30, 2025

Local Events

Major Entertainment Venues

House of Blues Anaheim presents diverse programming throughout September with rock, Latin, country, R&B, and hip-hop acts across both main venue and The Parish stage.

Grove of Anaheim continues its concert series with events on September 7, 9, 14, 20, and 27, 2025.

Convention Center Activities

• CA Restaurant Show 2025
• 2025 West Coast Card Show
• Multiple trade shows and conferences throughout the month

Source: Honda Center, House of Blues Anaheim, Anaheim Convention Center

Community & Lifestyle

Library Programs

Anaheim Public Library branches offer extensive September programming:

• Kids & Family Programs: STEAM workshops, 3D printing classes, storytime sessions, craft activities including Frida Kahlo crafts for Chicano Heritage Month
• Adult Programs: Book clubs at multiple branches, Master Gardening Program, Tech Café for seniors, art classes
• Special Events: Sphero Robots Workshop for grades 1–5, origami classes

Major Community Event

Sources: Anaheim Public Library, Anaheim Fall Festival & Halloween Parade

Business Openings/Closures

New Openings

• Wushiland Boba: New location opening in Euclid Plaza between 99 Ranch Market and 85°C Bakery. Taiwan-based franchise offering hand-shaken teas, milk teas, and fruit drinks.

Reopenings

• Rodrigo’s Mexican Grill (Anaheim Hills): Completing full renovation and brand refresh, projected reopening mid-to-late September 2025. Features expanded dining area, new windows, booths, updated flooring and interiors, plus new cocktail menu.

Closures

• Anaheim Chamber of Commerce: Closed at end of April 2025 after corruption scandal involving former CEO Todd Ament’s federal guilty plea. Organization lost city contracts and tourism funding totaling over $4.4 million.
• Mariscos y Fajitas Sinaloa: Temporarily closed August 26, 2025 by Orange County Health Care Agency due to rodent activity and sanitation violations.

Sources: What Now Orange County, OC Register, Voice of OC, NewsBreak

Government & Policy

City Council Structure

• Mayor: Ashleigh E. Aitken (elected at-large)
• Council Members: Ryan Balius, Carlos A. Leon, Natalie Rubalcava, Norma Campos Kurtz, Kristen M. Maahs, Natalie Meeks (elected by district)
• Meetings: Irregular Tuesdays each month at 5:00 PM, City Hall Council Chambers (200 S. Anaheim Blvd)

Recent Developments

• Police Chief Transition: Chief Rick Armendariz retired after 30-year law enforcement career; nationwide search for successor underway
• Angel Stadium Audit: California State Auditor reports Anaheim unable to ensure stadium is “properly maintained,” recommends better maintenance specifications in future lease agreements

Sources: Anaheim City Council, Voice of OC, OC Register

Development & Infrastructure

Major Projects

Power Line Infrastructure

• Project: All Anaheim-owned power lines in fire risk areas going underground by late 2026
• Progress: 98% of 162 miles already completed, final 7 segments under construction
• Investment: Multi-decade effort to reduce wildfire risk

Road Infrastructure

• Granite Construction: $78 million road congestion relief project awarded by Caltrans
• Timeline: Construction April 2025 – October 2027

Residential Development

New developments for 2025 home buyers include:

• Townes at Orange: Modern townhomes by KB Home
• Lewis+Mason: Urban living options
• 100 West: Luxury condominiums
• Finamore Place: Affordable housing initiative
• Renato Villas: Family-oriented development

Sources: KTLA, Anaheim City Website, OC Register, Malakai Sparks Group

Historical/Recent Recap

Major Recent Developments:

• OCVIBE Construction: Significant progress on $4 billion entertainment district surrounding Honda Center
• Infrastructure Modernization: Ongoing power line undergrounding project nearing completion in fire-risk areas
• Government Reform: Chamber of Commerce closure reflects city’s efforts to move beyond 2022 corruption scandal
• Tourism Recovery: Strong event calendar at major venues indicates continued tourism sector strength

Upcoming Highlights

Looking Ahead:

• October 25: Anaheim Fall Festival & Halloween Parade (101st year celebration)
• Late 2026: First phase of OCVIBE entertainment district opening
• Fall 2025: Rodrigo’s Mexican Grill reopening in Anaheim Hills