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D23 Sets Anaheim Dates for 2026 Ultimate Fan Event as Destination D23 Kicks Off

Disney Legend Jodi Benson becomes D23’s first FAN-bassador, signaling expanded year‑round fan engagement.

Overview

  • D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event will run August 14–16, 2026 in Anaheim across the Convention Center and the Honda Center, with tickets slated to go on sale in spring 2026.
  • Michael Vargo announced the 2026 dates during the first day of programming at Destination D23 at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort, which runs August 29–31, 2025.
  • Destination D23 features an expanded footprint with exclusive shopping, including Mickey’s of Glendale, the Walt Disney Company Store, Disney Studio Store Hollywood, and extensive Lug, Muppets, and Lorcana offerings.
  • Select Destination D23 panels are being livestreamed on D23’s online and social channels for fans not attending in person.
  • D23 previewed upcoming 2025–2026 programming such as Spotlight Series events, the On the Road screenings starting November 1, A Jolly Holiday on the Lot on December 14, a Gold Theater virtual presentation with Don Hahn, and new tour experiences in Los Angeles and on the Disney Studios lot.