Disney Just Dropped 6 HUGE Announcements

D23, the ultimate Disney fan event, is coming soon! Disney announced that the convention will be held on August 14th, 15th, and 16th in Anaheim.

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This event is known for delivering some of Disney’s biggest news every year, but we already have some huge announcements before D23 has even started!

D23 Tickets

D23 Tickets will go on sale on April 2nd! D23 Gold Members on Essential, Choice, and Complete plans will receive priority access to purchase tickets.

D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event

There are several ticket levels, ranging from $49 to $2599 per person. If you’re not sure which tier is right for you, we’ve broken it down in the article linked below!

Ticket Sale Date Revealed for Disney’s Biggest Fan Event of the Year

D23 Day at Angel Stadium

D23 Day at Angel Stadium will take place on Wednesday, August 12th, and tickets are available now through the D23 website!

D23 Day at Angel Stadium

The game will feature plenty of Disney fun, including special trivia, photo shoots, and more. You’ll be able to cheer on the Angels as they take on the Texas Rangers and experience D23-exclusive areas in the stadium.

D23 Day at Disneyland

D23 Day at Disneyland Resort will be held on Thursday, August 13th!

So many Disney Legends!

This kickoff to the D23 weekend will include a Disney Legends Cavalcade, a giveaway of complimentary Mickey Mouse ear hats, and a special showing of Disney Jr. Let’s Play! Party.

D23 Events

The D23 convention has many returning events this year, notably the D23 Mousequerade: The Ultimate Disney Costume Contest.

Mousequerade Costume Contest ©D23

There are also some brand-new events – Mundo Pixar: The D23 Experience will feature life-size sets from favorite Pixar films. ESPN and the Road to the Super Bowl will showcase the intersection of sports and entertainment. Walt Disney Archives: Uncrated will display iconic Disney props, puppets, costumes, and more.

Film Premiere

D23 will premiere a new feature-length documentary from acclaimed filmmaker Leslie Iwerks, giving a peek inside Disney through her unique lens.

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Leslie Iwerks is the Emmy Award-nominated director of Disneyland Handcrafted, The Pixar Story, and The Imagineering Story. Her first feature-length documentary was The Hand Behind the Mouse: The Ub Iwerks Story, which features her grandfather, legendary Imagineer Ub Iwerks.

Disney Legends

Every year at D23, Disney honors a select group of individuals who have made a strong impact on The Walt Disney Company with a Disney Legend award. Now we know who this year’s honorees are!

Disney Legends 2026

These performers, executives, Imagineers, and creatives have made a lasting impact on the Disney legacy. The ceremony will be hosted by Ryan Seacrest. To read all about the winners, click below!

Bob Iger, Anne Hathaway, and More HUGE Names Revealed in 2026 Disney Legends Lineup

We’re so excited for this year’s D23 event on August 14th, 15th, and 16th in Anaheim. Stay tuned to Disney Food Blog for more D23 news!

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