Everything You Need To Know About D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event
by Explore Disney+ Contributor
Revised: August 14, 2026
Key D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event details for 2026, including tickets, dates, location, and what to expect
D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event returns to Anaheim in August 2026 with its biggest show floor yet, more than 50 panels, three major Honda Center presentations, and events happening in the city throughout the week. Below is a breakdown of ticket types, member access, weekend highlights, and the Disney Legends being honored this year. There’s a lot to experience and know about this massive event, so keep scrolling to get the full scoop.
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D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event: Table Of Contents
D23 2026: All About The Ultimate Disney Fan Event
What To Expect & Weekend Highlights
Week-Long Events Across Anaheim
Exclusive Disney+ Perks To Enjoy
At Home Perks
Disney Legends Award Ceremony
Experience D23 From Your Home
What To Watch On Disney+ & Hulu After D23
Tickets & Member Access Info
D23 2026: All About The Ultimate Disney Fan Event
Find out key details about dates, locations, and what’s new at this year’s event.
What is D23?
D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event, often referred to simply as “D23,” is an exclusive, multi-day Disney fan celebration featuring sneak peeks, behind-the-scenes access, performances, immersive experiences, shopping, and major announcements, that’s been an annual event since 2009.
Fun fact, D23 is actually the name of the official Disney fan club, made by fans, for fans. The “D” stands for Disney, and “23” represents 1923, the year that Walt Disney arrived in California and founded what was to ultimately become The Walt Disney Company.
Become a D23 member and join the club
When is D23 2026 and how long is it?
D23: The Ultimate Fan Event runs for three days, from Friday, August 14 to Sunday, August 16, 2026.
Where is D23 2026 being held?
D23: The Ultimate Fan Event is being held in Anaheim, CA, with most major events taking place at the Anaheim Convention Center and Honda Center.
What’s new for D23 2026?
D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event 2026 expands across Anaheim with a larger event schedule, more shopping at the Anaheim Convention Center, three Honda Center presentations, and new interactive experiences tied to Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, National Geographic, Disney+, and Hulu. This year also introduces a new way for fans to experience D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event with the D23 Fan Pass – Afternoon Only ticket (more info below), and the Anaheim Convention Center will remain open from 9am to 8pm daily.
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D23 2026: What To Expect & Weekend Highlights
Panels, immersive experiences, showcases, and more await at D23: The Ultimate Fan Event, and we’ve got the details on all the biggest events.
Major Showcases & Presentations
Two showcases and an award ceremony take place at the Honda Center. The Entertainment Showcase and the Experiences Showcase, both at 7pm on August 14 and 15, respectively, feature appearances from stars and storytellers, plus exciting surprises. On Sunday, August 16 at 1:30pm, Ryan Seacrest hosts the Disney Legends Award Ceremony, honoring the creatives and leaders who have helped shape Disney across the decades.
Panels, First Looks & Exclusive Announcements
More than 50 panels and presentations take place at Anaheim Convention Center, offering behind-the-scenes insights from Disney storytellers and creative teams. Highlights include the D23 Mousequerade: The Ultimate Disney Costume Contest presented by AT&T and the premiere of the new documentary, Disney Worldbuilders, by Oscar®-nominated filmmaker Leslie Iwerks. Read Explore Disney+’s interview with Leslie Iwerks for more on her recent documentary, Disneyland Handcrafted.
Show Floor Experiences & Activations
At the Anaheim Convention Center, fans can discover experiences like Mundo Pixar: The D23 Experience and the Walt Disney Archives: Uncrated exhibition, along with spaces dedicated to Marvel, Star Wars, Disney+, and more. The show floor also includes ESPN’s Road to the Super Bowl experience and a Disney Lorcana Challenge Championship Qualifier match. More schedule details are still to come, so keep an eye on the D23 website for updates.
The Disney+ Hulu Experience
Streaming comes to life like never before at the Anaheim Convention Center – Hall A. The space features a signature 4D theater, a collectible mystery pin quest, and personalized subscription support, alongside immersive photo opportunities inspired by Percy Jackson and the Olympians, FX's American Horror Story, Camp Rock 3, The Simpsons, Only Murders in the Building, Marvel Television's VisionQuest, and more.
Fans can also shop exclusive merchandise and collectibles, including Toynk officially licensed enamel trading pins themed to titles like The X-Files, King of the Hill, and FX’s It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia; and Cardsmiths premium Refractor trading cards from series including Grey's Anatomy, The Golden Girls, and Scrubs. Additional collectibles include themed mugs and coasters, as well as vinyl records featuring Disney Channel soundtracks from High School Musical, Best of Hannah Montana, and Camp Rock.
D23 2026: Week-Long Events Across Anaheim
Beyond the D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event 2026 events at Anaheim Convention Center and Honda Center, several events take place across Anaheim in the lead-up to the big weekend.
Muzeo Exhibition
Kicking off the weekend before the D23: The Ultimate Fan Event main events, Walt Disney Archives’ newest exhibition, Capturing Life, Creating Character: The Art of Live-Action Reference, opens at the Muzeo Museum and Cultural Center on Saturday, August 8. The exhibition features rare photography, costume pieces, and artwork, as well as interactive elements, and runs through November 1, 2026. Tickets for the D23 Member Preview Event on August 8 are currently sold out, but D23 Members can still enjoy benefits including discounted admission.
D23 Night at the Anaheim Packing District
On Tuesday, August 11, head to the Anaheim Packing District for an evening of music, trivia, fan activities, and the sixth annual World Taste of the Packing District at D23: The Ultimate Fan Event. For more information, see the Night at the Anaheim Packing District event page.
D23 Night at Angel Stadium
Wednesday, August 12 marks D23 Night at Angel Stadium, as the Angels play the Texas Rangers. D23 Members can take advantage of a ticket discount, access to special event spaces on game day, and will also receive a commemorative gift. The first 23,000 fans to enter the stadium receive D23 Mickey Mouse bobbleheads, 2,300 of which are gold variants. For details and tickets, see the Night at Angel Stadium event page.
Disneyland Day
On Thursday, August 13, Disneyland dials up the magic with a Disney Legends Cavalcade, complimentary Mickey Mouse ear hats (while supplies last), magical surprises, and a Disney Jr. Let’s Play! Party at Disney California Adventure Park for its youngest visitors. The fun continues throughout the week, with special offers, discounts, and themed experiences available in Downtown Disney.*
D23 Exclusive Disney+ Perks To Enjoy
Disney+ Perks brings even more magic to the D23: The Ultimate Fan Event weekend with collectible patches, special treats, and memorable experiences. Perks activations are free for all attendees, but if you’re a Disney+ subscriber you can sign up for a Disney+ Perks membership for even more perks throughout the year!
Collect The Disney+ Perks Patch Collection
Keep an eye out for six Disney+ Perks patches inspired by fan-favorite programming and Disney+ Perks. Find them at The Disney+ Hulu Experience, the Disney+ Perks Treat Truck, select Disney Good Neighbor Hotels, the Disney+ Perks Member Mixer and other participating touchpoints throughout D23 weekend. Collect them all or trade with fellow fans to complete your set.
Treat Yourself At The Disney+ Perks Treat Truck
Craving something sweet? Stop by the Disney+ Perks Treat Truck at Downtown Disney, where Disney+ Perks will be giving away free themed donuts and patches from the Disney+ Perks Patch Collection. Donut designs are inspired by Mickey Mouse, Descendants: Wicked Wonderland, Dancing with the Stars, FX’s The Bear, The Devil Wears Prada 2, Paradise, and Bob’s Burgers. Available from August 13 through August 15, 2026, from 10am to 4pm.
Join The Disney+ Perks Member Mixer
Invited Disney+ Perks members can start their Saturday with a special Disney Throwbacks breakfast mixer featuring a DJ, photo opportunity and swag bags filled with fan-favorite collectibles and merchandise. The invitation-only Disney+ Perks Member Mixer takes place on August 15, 2026.
Celebrate Hulu Animayhem At Downtown Disney
Take a stroll through Downtown Disney and discover custom menus, a chalk art installation and collectible button giveaways inspired by fan-favorite adult animation series. The Hulu Animayhem Celebration is available from August 3 through August 31, 2026.
D23 At Home Perks
Can’t make it to D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event in person? You can still join the celebration from home with special sweepstakes and an exclusive digital collectible.
Enter To Win A D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event Swag Pack
Enter for a chance to win the epic swag pack inspired by D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event, including pins, a signed copy of Floating Mountains by Joe Rohde, a Disney Gift Card, and more! Enter daily from August 14 through August 28, 2026.
Add A Free Woody Digital Pin To Your Collection
Reach for the sky and get a free digital Woody pin from Disney Pinnacle by Dapper Labs, as part of a special D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event collection. Start your collection with this event-inspired pin and complete your set today! Available to Disney+ subscribers from August 14 through August 21, 2026.
Enter To Win Tickets To The Rose Bowl Game
Ready for game day? Enter for a chance to win two lower-bowl tickets to the Rose Bowl Game on January 1, 2027. Two winners will each receive a pair of tickets. Enter from August 14 through September 25, 2026.
Enter To Win A Private Avengers: Doomsday Screening
Enter for a chance to win a private screening of Avengers: Doomsday in a city of your choice, complete with premium items and concessions. Sponsored by RealD. Enter from August 14 through September 25, 2026.
D23 2026: Disney Legends Award Ceremony
Find out who’s being honored at D23: The Ultimate Fan Event in this year’s ceremony, including award-winning actors, sports broadcasters, legendary movie producers, and more.
Confirmed Disney Legends Award Honorees At D23 2026 (in alphabetical order by last name)
Chris Berman
A Sports Broadcasting Hall of Famer, Berman was crucial in shaping ESPN’s voice during its infancy in the late 1970s and early 1980s. Over his career, he’s covered nearly every type of major U.S. sports event, and in 2027, he joins ESPN’s first-ever Super Bowl coverage. Find out more about sports content available with Disney+, Hulu and ESPN on our Sports Stories Spotlight page.
Jerry Bruckheimer
An Academy Award®-nominated producer, Bruckheimer’s career spans more than half a century, during which he’s worked on some of the most iconic and highest-grossing films and TV shows of our time. His credits include Pirates of the Caribbean and National Treasure, among many others.
Susan Egan
A Tony Award®-winner, Egan made Disney history playing Belle in the first Broadway adaptation of Beauty and the Beast. She went on to work with Disney concerts and live performances, including Walt Disney Animation Studios: The Concert at the Hollywood Bowl and several shows for Disney Cruise Line.
Eric Goldberg
Goldberg is a renowned Disney animator, designer, and director. He’s responsible for bringing many iconic characters to life through animation, including Genie in Aladdin (1992), Phil in Hercules, and the trumpet-playing alligator, Louis, in The Princess and the Frog. He’s also part of the restoration team for classic animated movies like Cinderella (1950). For more work from Goldberg and other Disney legends, check out our animated Disney movie Watch Guide.
Anne Hathaway
Hathaway is an Academy Award®-winning actress who started her Disney career as Mia Thermopolis in The Princess Diaries movies. Since then, she’s played a number of critically acclaimed roles, including Andy Sachs in The Devil Wears Prada and The Devil Wears Prada 2. Find out more about the 2026 sequel in our The Devil Wears Prada 2 article and check out all the looks from the red-carpet premiere.
Bob Iger
Iger led The Walt Disney Company for two decades, overseeing historic acquisitions including Pixar, Marvel, Lucasfilm, and 21st Century Fox. Under his leadership, the company made significant technological advances, such as the launch of Disney+, as well as significant expansions into new international territories.
Kim Irvine
Irvine was quite literally born into the world of Disney. The daughter of Disney animator Harvey Toombs and Imagineer Leota Toombs, Irvine spent 55 years working at Walt Disney Imagineering. Throughout her career, she was instrumental in shaping the look and feel of Disney Parks and Resorts, particularly Disneyland in Anaheim.
Dwayne Johnson
With roots in WWE as The Rock, Johnson has become a global movie star, known for action-adventure films such as Jungle Cruise. He also voices demigod Maui in Moana, a role he’s reprising in the 2026 live-action movie. For more movies and shows on Disney+ starring Johnson and other WWE superstars, check out our WWE Legends Watch Guide.
The Jonas Brothers
Multi-talented brothers Kevin, Joe, and Nick Jonas found global success as the Jonas Brothers and through their solo music careers. They also appeared in classic Disney Channel movies such as Camp Rock. In 2025, the brothers starred in their own holiday movie titled A Very Jonas Christmas Movie, and in 2026, they’re back as the Gray brothers in Camp Rock 3.
Lin-Manuel Miranda
Miranda rose to prominence as the creator and original star of the smash-hit musical Hamilton. His musical partnership with Walt Disney Animation Studios has given us anthemic classics like Moana’s “How Far I’ll Go” and “We Don’t Talk About Bruno” from Encanto.
Alan Tudyk
Tudyk is a veteran actor of stage, screen, and television whose voice performances feature in every Disney animated movie since his turn as King Candy in Wreck-It Ralph. His most notable credits include the voices of Heihei the rooster in Moana and Duke Weaselton in Zootopia and Zootopia 2. Meet the rest of the Zootopia 2 voice actors in our Zootopia 2 cast guide.
Experience D23: The Ultimate Fan Event From Your Home
Find out what events will be available to stream live on Disney+ and how to watch the movies and shows that inspired the weekend’s events and activations.
D23 Livestreams
Disney+ is giving subscribers even more ways to be part of D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event. With select panels and showcase presentations streaming exclusively on Disney+, fans can join the excitement whether they're in Anaheim or tuning in from home.
Walt Disney Animation Studios: Beauty and the Beast 35th Anniversary Celebration: Live on Friday, August 14, 2pm ET / 11am PT
Percy Jackson and the Olympians: Season 3 Panel with Cast: Live on Saturday, August 15, 6:30pm ET / 3:30pm PT
Disney Rewind Encore Concert: Live on Saturday, August 15, 9:30pm ET / 6:30pm PT
Horizons: Disney Experiences Showcase: Live on Saturday, August 15, 10pm ET / 7pm PT
Disney Worldbuilders Panel with Jared Bush, Pete Docter, Jon Favreau, Dave Filoni, and Kevin Feige, moderated by Leslie Iwerks: Live on Sunday, August 16, 1:15pm ET / 10:15am PT
Disney Legends Awards Ceremony: Live on Sunday, August 16, 9pm ET / 6pm PT
Experience Epic Worlds From D23 From Your Couch
These Disney+ movies and shows let you enter their worlds through floor experiences, immersive photo opportunities, and panels at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event. If you can't make it this year, or you want to relive the magic of these fan-favorite storylines at home after, read more and add them to your Watchlist from here:
What To Watch On Disney+ & Hulu After D23: The Ultimate Fan Event
Put your feet up after a long day of immersive experiences, panels, and presentations, and check out some of these Disney+ highlights.
FX’s Alien: Earth
When a mysterious space vessel crash-lands on Earth, a young woman and a ragtag group of tactical soldiers make a fateful discovery that puts them face-to-face with the planet’s greatest threat in FX’s sci-fi horror series Alien: Earth. As members of the crash recovery crew search for survivors among the wreckage, they encounter mysterious predatory life forms more terrifying than they could have ever imagined. (Hulu)**
Add FX’s Alien: Earth to Watchlist (log in required) or learn more on Hulu.com
Camp Rock 3
When Connect 3’s opening act bails out at the last minute, the band heads back to Camp Rock to find fresh talent for their national tour. The competition heats up as an ambitious newcomer Sage goes all in, even if it means clashing with her brother Desi. Sage plus bad-boy guitarist Fetch, cello prodigy Rosie, and energetic drummer Cliff make the quest for the spotlight emotional and intense. But as friendships form and feelings build, the campers must decide if there’s more to life than winning.
The Devil Wears Prada 2
20 years after Andy’s challenging, fabulous, and life-changing months at Runway magazine, it’s time for her to enter Miranda Priestly’s office again. Miranda faces a magazine publishing industry in flux, and reunites with a more confident, mature Andy. Together, they face Miranda’s former “first” assistant, Emily, now a major player at a luxury brand.
Add The Devil Wears Prada 2 to Watchlist
High Potential
When janitor Morgan Gillory (Kaitlin Olson) stumbles across an LAPD case file, she uses her extraordinary ability to spot often-missed clues to solve it. Surprised and impressed, the LAPD brings her on as a consultant, pairing her with detective Adam Karadec (Daniel Sunjata). This partnership between by-the-book detective and offbeat genius makes for comedic friction as the pair tackle Los Angeles’ toughest mysteries. (Hulu)**
Add High Potential to Watchlist (log in required) or learn more on Hulu.com
Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord
Set after the events of The Clone Wars, Maul plots to rebuild his criminal syndicate on a planet untouched by the Empire. There, he crosses paths with a disillusioned young Jedi Padawan, who could be the apprentice he is seeking, that will aid him in his relentless pursuit for revenge.
Add Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord to Watchlist
Only Murders in the Building
Only Murders in the Building follows three strangers who share an obsession with true crime and suddenly find themselves wrapped up in one as they investigate the mysterious death of a neighbor in their New York City apartment building. (Hulu)**
Add Only Murders in the Building to Watchlist (log in required) or learn more on Hulu.com
King of the Hill
King of the Hill depicts the life and times of Hank Hill (Mike Judge), his family, and their neighbors in the fictional suburb of Arlen, Texas, the heartland of America. A hard-working, loyal family man and proud Texan, Hank always strives to be a voice of common sense and reason. After years away, Hank and Peggy Hill return to a changed America, while Bobby balances owning a restaurant and enjoying life as a young adult. (Hulu)**
Add King of the Hill to Watchlist (log in required) or learn more on Hulu.com
The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives
In this reality show, a group of Mormon mom influencers navigate fame, friendship, and the fallout after their private lives turned into a public scandal overnight. The story follows the lives and relationships of the moms as they navigate, and sometimes break, Mormon cultural norms. (Hulu)**
Add The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives to Watchlist (log in required) or learn more on Hulu.com
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D23 2026: Tickets & Member Access Info
Everything you need to know about buying tickets to attend the D23: The Ultimate Fan Event celebrations in Anaheim.
When do D23 2026 tickets go on sale?
D23: The Ultimate Fan Event tickets are on sale now. Head to the D23 ticketing website to see what tickets are still available and buy yours. The site also has a handy step-by-step guide to purchasing passes.
In order to purchase tickets, you’ll need a D23 Gold Membership. Find out more about membership tiers and join on the D23 website. For a limited time only, Disney+ subscribers on the D23 Gold Monthly plan can take advantage of a new Disney+ Perk, upgrading to a paid Gold Essential, Choice, or Complete plan for 20% off. Visit disneyplus.com/perks for more details.
What ticket options are available for D23 2026?
There are three main D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event ticket types to choose from when planning your visit to the expo.
The D23 Fan Pass grants access to events taking place at Anaheim Convention Center only, including panels, presentations, shopping, and immersive experiences. You can buy D23 Fan Passes as all-day or Afternoon Only tickets.
The D23 Ultimate Fan Pass includes Anaheim Convention Center events and seats for showcases and the Disney Legends Award Ceremony at Honda Center on your selected day(s). You can buy D23 Ultimate Fan Passes as a one-day pass (Friday, Saturday, or Sunday) or as a three-day pass, covering all of the weekend’s events.
The D23 Ultimate Preferred Fan Pass includes three-day access to all events at Anaheim Convention Center and floor seats for the three Honda Center events, as well as special RSP (random selection process) access to select limited-edition pins.
How much are D23 2026 tickets?
D23: The Ultimate Fan Event ticket prices vary by pass type and prices are subject to additional service and delivery fees.
D23 Fan Passes start at $49 for Afternoon Only Passes.
D23 Ultimate Fan Passes start at $99 for a one-day pass.
D23 Ultimate Preferred Fan Pass three-day tickets start at $1,299.
*Valid theme park admission and a same-day reservation for the same park required for entry. The ear hats are limited to one per ticketed guest while supplies last, and embroidery will not be available.
**Available for U.S. residents, 18+ only. Location data required to watch certain content. Select Hulu content available via Disney+; additional content only available via Hulu app. Offer valid for eligible subscribers only. Subject to Disney+ and ESPN Subscriber Agreement. Additional terms, app feature and device restrictions apply. For more information visit the Disney+ Help Center. © 2026 Disney and its related entities.
Disney+ Perks requires an active Disney+ subscription and enrollment in the program; terms apply. See each promotion for applicable terms.
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NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Enter the Sweepstakes between 8/14/26 at 9:00 AM PT and 8/28/26 at 8:59 AM PT. Open to legal residents of the 50 U.S./D.C.; 18+. Limit one (1) entry per person, per day. See Official Rules for full details on how to enter, free entry method, eligibility requirements, odds of winning, prize description and limitations. Void where prohibited. Sponsor: Disney Streaming Services LLC, 7 Hudson Square, 10th Floor, New York, NY 10013.
Enter To Win Tickets To The Rose Bowl Game
NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Enter the Sweepstakes between 8/14/26 at 9:00 AM PT and 9/25/26 at 8:59 AM PT. Open to legal residents of the 50 U.S./D.C.; 18+. WINNERS MUST TRAVEL DECEMBER 30, 2026 – JANUARY 2, 2027. Limit one (1) entry per person, per day. See Official Rules for full details on how to enter, free entry method, eligibility requirements, odds of winning, prize description and limitations. Void where prohibited. Sponsor: Disney Streaming Services LLC, 7 Hudson Square, 10th Floor, New York, NY 10013.
Enter To Win A Private Avengers: Doomsday Screening
NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Enter the Sweepstakes between 8/14/26 at 9:00 AM PT and 9/25/26 at 8:59 AM PT. Open to legal residents of the 50 U.S./D.C.; 18+. WINNER MUST TRAVEL TO A REALD 3D PLAYDATE THEATER. Limit one (1) entry per person, per day. See Official Rules for full details on how to enter, free entry method, eligibility requirements, odds of winning, prize description and limitations. Void where prohibited. Sponsor: Disney Streaming Services LLC, 7 Hudson Square, 10th Floor, New York, NY 10013.
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