With just under a month until D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event, Disney has unveiled new details about what attendees can expect at the sold-out event at the Anaheim Convention Center. Fans will be treated to a lineup featuring over 230 panels and presentations, show floor offerings, and Talent Central interactions.
Horizons: Disney Experiences Showcase
Top of the list for Walt Disney World fans is the ‘Horizons: Disney Experiences Showcase,’ which will take place on Saturday, August 10, at the Honda Center from 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm. Josh D’Amaro will welcome fans as he takes the stage with surprise stars and special guests for a live celebration of the music and creativity that power Disney stories and, of course, news and updates about projects in development around the world.
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Attendees expect to hear about major expansions at Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Animal Kingdom, including Beyond Big Thunder Mountain and the Tropical Americas expansion, which includes Indiana Jones-themed attractions.
Imagineering: Behind the Dreams
Imagineering: Behind the Dreams is a one-of-a-kind pavilion that gives Disney’s biggest fans unprecedented access to Imagineering’s passionate and talented team of artists, engineers, and craftspeople. Through design models, interactive demos, live prototypes, and exclusive presentations, attendees will get a first-hand view of the innovative and immersive storytelling that will fuel the growth of Disney’s parks, resorts, cruise ships, and other experiences for decades to come.
Bringing Disney Animation to Life
Team members from Walt Disney Imagineering and Walt Disney Animation Studios will discuss bringing the worlds of Disney Animation to life in parks around the world, including projects like World of Frozen (Hong Kong Disneyland), Zootopia (Shanghai Disneyland), Fantasy Springs (Tokyo DisneySea), and Tiana’s Bayou Adventure (Magic Kingdom and Disneyland).
Dream Chasing with Imagineering
Join Leslie Iwerks, Bob Weis, and Wendy Lefkon for an intimate conversation spanning four decades of creating Imagineering projects from Anaheim to Paris, Tokyo to Shanghai. Audiences will be inspired to believe any dream worth doing is worth chasing.
The Artistry of Disney Costuming
Disney Live Entertainment costume designers will share the design inspiration, creative process, and up-close details behind costumes worn at Disneyland, Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line, and more.
Magic After Dark
Fireworks above the castle became an iconic “kiss goodnight” at Disneyland, and every Disney park has filled the night with light, music, water, and fire. Join Disney’s nighttime magicians to hear the stories behind your favorite after-dark shows.
60 Years of Disney Ambassadors
Take a trip down memory lane with Disney Ambassadors who’ve been part of the 60-year legacy started by Walt Disney, as they share favorite moments ranging from unforgettable to unforeseeable!
Disneyland Foods Evolution
Thanks to Walt Disney himself, dining has always been an essential part of the Disneyland experience! Join the Disneyland Resort chefs and Pam Brandon, coauthor of the Official Disney Parks Cookbook series, to learn about the early days of the Disneyland food scene, today’s methods for concept creation and menu development of fan favorites, and a look toward the resort’s culinary future.
Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed
Wield the paintbrush once more in Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed out this fall! Join Disney Games, Epic Mickey Creative Director Warren Spector, and more special guests for a conversation that delves into how this beloved classic adventure came to life.
Disney Legends Awards Ceremony
Since 1987, the Disney Legends Awards program has honored gifted individuals for the significant impact they’ve had on the Disney legacy. The 2024 class of Disney Legends will be honored, including Disneyland Resort’s Martha Blanding and longtime Imagineer Joe Rohde, on Sunday, August 11, at 5 p.m. at the Honda Center in Anaheim, CA.
World of Disney: The Product Experience
A must-see D23 shopping and immersive destination showcases new and limited-edition products and experiences across your favorite Disney brands and franchises, including DisneyStore.com, Mickey & Friends, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, and Disney Princess.
Disney Publishing
Disney publishes stories that foster a love of reading, inspire a natural curiosity, and excite families and fans. Shop for first-to-market Disney books, beloved fan-favorite stories, and collectible titles in this premiere bookstore destination located in World of Disney: The Product Experience.
Reservation Details
The Reservation Random Selection Process (“Reservation RSP”) for Anaheim Convention Center event stages, Talent Central, and most show floor experiences will open on Monday, July 15, at 12 p.m. PT, and run through Friday, July 19, at 12 p.m. PT. Reservations can be made on ultimatefanevent.reservations.d23.com. Reservations are not guaranteed and will be randomly distributed based on preferences and availability. Standby queues will be available for most Anaheim Convention Center panels and experiences for guests who are not assigned reservations. There are no reservations for the evening shows at the Honda Center; the Honda Center requires a separate ticket for entry. For additional details around the reservation system, visit the official reservation site.
For more details and the full lineup, visit ultimatefanevent.d23.com.