Disney has revealed more details on its upcoming Destination D23 event, which is taking place from Friday, September 8th 2023 through Sunday, September 10th 2023, at Disney’s Contemporary Resort at the Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida.

The event is hosted by D23: The Official Disney Fan Club and it will be the Biggest Disney Fan Event of the year.  Guests will journey through every era of Disney, as they venture back through the last century of storytelling and look forward to a limitless future for the company, and its most dedicated fans!

The last 100 years have been filled with hope, innovation, and magic that has all been made possible by YOU, the ultimate Disney fans. Those in attendance will be able to celebrate beloved moments and memories with behind-the-scenes stories, and special guests and performances. Get a sneak peek at the company’s boundless future, be among the first to access exclusive shopping opportunities, and experience plenty of surprises at this fan-favourite event!

It’s worth noting that the Destination D23 event is very different from the D23 Expo event, which takes place in Anaheim, California.  These two events take place bi-annually, alternating with one another.  The Destination D23 event is generally much more focused on Walt Disney World, though, at the last event, there was a small Disney+ presentation, which showcased “Muppets Haunted Mansion”.    It also takes place in a much smaller venue, within Disney’s Contemporary Resort, rather than a huge exhibition centre.

Presentation Highlights of Destination D23 will include:

  • See Disney archivists, historians, Imagineers, Cast Members, Disney Legends and luminaries in two days of programming worthy of the first century of Disney—and beyond!
  • Join Disney Parks, Experiences and Products Chairman Josh D’Amaro as he hosts a fun and entertaining presentation about what makes a Disney experience so magical and memorable for guests and fans around the world.
  • Dial the clock back to 1923 and learn about Walt and Roy Disney’s Journey to California, and the earliest days of The Walt Disney Company—from the Disney Brothers Studio to the Alice Comedies, Oswald the Lucky Rabbit, and how everyone’s favorite mouse became a superstar!
  • Get weird with the Walt Disney Archives and experience 100 years of “Weird Disney” moments in the Centennial edition of a Destination D23 fan-favorite!
  • Journey through Disney’s history of optimism and innovation with the people that are part of a rich history of storytellers and inventors, beginning with Walt Disney’s relentless optimism and innovative spirit, and leading us to some of the bright minds who are shaping Disney’s boundless future.
  • Go down the rabbit hole to discover the “Disney you didn’t know” as the Walt Disney Archives uncovers some of the most astonishing Disney discoveries, connections, and little-known facts that will change everything—or at least some things—you thought you knew about the Disney universe.

Plus, more presenters, presentations, and activities to be announced soon!

Exciting Experiences at Destination D23 will include:

  • A special exhibit from the Walt Disney Archives and Walt Disney Imagineering celebrating 100 years of Disney.
  • Mickey’s of Glendale—the Walt Disney Imagineering campus store returns with a pop-up shop at the event featuring a selection of exclusive Destination D23 and Walt Disney Imagineering merchandise available for purchase. Trading pins for this event will be offered to attendees through a RSP opportunity.
  • The Walt Disney Company Store—for the first time, D23 Gold Members on the East Coast will have access to a pop-up version of the official Walt Disney Company Store, featuring both employee and D23 member-exclusive merchandise! Please note that limited-edition trading pins for this event will be offered to attendees exclusively through a RSP opportunity.**
  • Ink & Paint Marketplace—attendees will also have the opportunity to shop at this marketplace of exclusive Disney partners for exciting products from around The Walt Disney Company!

Tickets go on sale for D23 Gold members on March 14th 2023 at 10 a.m. PT!  Tickets are priced at:

  • General: $329 (+$7 Processing) per ticket
  • Preferred: $549 (+$7 Processing) per ticket

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Roger Palmer

Roger has been a Disney fan since he was a kid and this interest has grown over the years. He has visited Disney Parks around the globe and has a vast collection of Disney movies and collectibles. He is the owner of What's On Disney Plus & DisKingdom. Email: Roger@WhatsOnDisneyPlus.com Twitter: Twitter.com/RogPalmerUK Facebook: Facebook.com/rogpalmeruk

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