Disney d23: tickets, panels, and a whole lot of magic revealed
Anaheim, CA – Brace yourselves, Disney devotees. The 2026 D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event is shaping up to be a spectacle, and Disney has finally unveiled crucial details, including ticket tiers, pricing, and a tantalizing glimpse of what promises to be the largest and most innovative D23 show floor to date.
A week-long celebration of everything disney
Mark your calendars for August 14-16, 2026, at the Anaheim Convention Center. This year’s event, as always, will be a sprawling celebration encompassing Disney, Pixar, Star Wars, Marvel, National Geographic, and more—a veritable immersion into the world of the Mouse.
But securing a spot in this magical realm requires a bit of strategy. Ticket sales will roll out in tiers, prioritizing D23 Gold Members. Charter Members get the first shot, starting Tuesday, March 31st, with an exclusive 24-hour window. Subsequent tiers for Gold Members on various plans will follow on Thursday, April 2nd, with general Gold Member access opening later that same day.
Pricing Breakdown: Expect to pay $49 for an Afternoon-Only D23 Fan Pass (Convention Center only), $99 for a 1-Day pass, or $297 for a 3-Day pass. The Ultimate Fan Pass, granting access to both the Convention Center and the Honda Center showcases, starts at $99 for a 1-Day and $297 for 3-Days. For the truly dedicated, the Ultimate Preferred Fan Pass—offering floor seating at the Honda Center, Convention Center access, and a chance to snag limited-edition pins via a Random Selection Process—ranges from $1,299 to $2,599. Factor in $11.25 in service fees and a $16 delivery fee per transaction.
Beyond the panels: a week of disney delights
Of course, D23 isn’t just about the main presentations—the Disney Entertainment Showcase, the Disney Experiences Showcase, and the Disney Legends Awards Ceremony. The festivities kick off on Saturday, August 8, with the opening of the Walt Disney Archives' Capturing Life, Creating Character: The Art of Live-Action exhibit at the Muzeo Museum. A D23 night at the Anaheim Packing District, a baseball game against the Texas Rangers (complete with a limited-edition Mickey Mouse Bobblehead for the first 23,000 attendees), and a Disney Legends Cavalcade at Disneyland Resort are just a few of the pre-show highlights.
Inside the Anaheim Convention Center, over 50 panels and presentations promise “behind-the-scenes insights, first looks, and conversations with the storytellers.” Fan-favorite programming like Mousequerade returns, and a new documentary from Leslie Iwerks, the creative mind behind The Imagineering Story, will offer an exclusive look at a yet-to-be-revealed Disney story.
The Show Floor: A Playground of Experiences Mundo Pixar: The D23 Experience, ESPN’s Road to the Super Bowl activations, and nods to Bluey, Camp Rock 3, The Simpsons, and even Mickey F1 are just a taste of what awaits. Disney Lorcana players, take note: the first-ever Disney Lorcana Challenge Championship Qualifier will be held onsite. And for those seeking a deeper dive into Disney history, the new Walt Disney Archives: Uncrated exhibition will reveal untold treasures from the company’s vast storage facilities.
Finally, the Ultimate Disney Sweepstakes returns, offering the chance to sail on the inaugural Disney Believe cruise, embark on a National Geographic safari in Kenya, and attend the red-carpet premiere of Avengers: Doomsday. Entries open July 23rd.
Honoring the giants: the disney legends
The event culminates with the annual Disney Legends Awards Ceremony, hosted by Ryan Seacrest, honoring a stellar group of individuals, including Bob Iger, Susan Egan, Dwayne Johnson, Anne Hathaway, Alan Tudyk, The Jonas Brothers, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Eric Goldberg, Jerry Bruckheimer, Chris Berman, and Kim Irvine. It's a fitting tribute to those who have shaped the magic of Disney for generations – a legacy stretching back to 1987 when Fred MacMurray was first recognized, bringing the total number of Disney Legends to a remarkable 329.
While the ceremony will air on Disney+, ensuring global access, those lucky enough to attend in person are in for an unforgettable evening. D23 2026 isn't just an event; it's a pilgrimage for the devoted, a testament to the enduring power of storytelling, and a promise of even more magic to come.