First look: D23 Expo photos of what’s coming to Disneyland, Disney World

The D23 Expo 2022 kicks off this morning In Anaheim, California and is the gathering of some of the biggest Disney fans out there (who were fast enough to get in a virtual queue to purchase tickets).

This is the seventh D23 Expo that is filled with new merchandise, numerous displays and there will be numerous announcements to be made from films, to television and of course the parks.

A press event took place night before (sorry, we weren’t invited, but will be covering and providing more details as the weekend proceeds) where Disney CEO Bob Chapek talked up the media on how Disney is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year and how the company is positioning itself for the next 100 years.

Let’s take a look, from those who attended, at some of the things fans will see coming to Disneyland and Walt Disney World.

Here is Chapek’s announcement.

• This is the seventh D23 Expo (previous D23 Expos were held in 2009, 2011, 2013, 2015, 2017, and 2019).
• The event is open exclusively to D23 Members; D23 Gold and Gold Duo Members receive a discount on tickets, among other benefits.
• There are five main venues for presentations: Hall D23 (6,800 seats), Premiere Stage (3,000), Backlot Stage (1,250), Walt Disney Archives Stage (725), and Hyperion Stage (365).

Disney CEO Bob Chapek teases what fans can expect from this weekend’s #D23Expo during tonight’s media preview. pic.twitter.com/CktP4im8wi

— Variety (@Variety) September 9, 2022

Here’s a look at a mode lof Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, which will be replacing Spalsh Mountain. In addition, the Disneyland version sill have a new Tiana-themed restauarant added as well. No word yet on if one is coming to Walt Disney World.

Here’s a look at the model of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, the Princess and the Frog-inspired attraction replacing Splash Mountain at Disney World and Disneyland. #D23Expo pic.twitter.com/o2i0Mn5W6k

— Ashley Carter (@AshleyLCarter1) September 9, 2022

Those attending D23 Expo will get a an inperson look at what the new statue called “Walt the Dreamer” looks like. The statue is coming to EPCOT in Walt Disney World.

At #D23Expo, Disney unveils a new statue of Walt Disney, titled “Walt the Dreamer,” which will be installed in Epcot. pic.twitter.com/8pGOIVPzVD

— Variety (@Variety) September 9, 2022

For those who love the Haunted Mansion there are numerous items on display.

Foolish mortals will have plenty to see at the #D23Expo as props from Walt Disney World’s Haunted Mansion are on display. 👻 pic.twitter.com/HvgNj0ADuw

— Variety (@Variety) September 9, 2022

While this has left Walt Disney World, Walt Disney’s Grumman Gulfstream I plane called affectionally “The Mouse ” has been refurbished and is on display.

Walt Disney’s plane, “Mickey Mouse One,” is on display at the #D23Expo. pic.twitter.com/MYeJWkUGaX

— Variety (@Variety) September 9, 2022

The Journey of Water Inspired by “Moana” that is coming to EPCOT will have a 16-foot tall Te Fiti Figure.

A look at the Runaway Railway coming to Disneyland.

A closer look at the area of Toontown that is being refurbished in Disneyland with Mickey’s Runaway Railway that will have additional scenes from the Walt Disney World version.

A look at what the revamped ToonTown will look like at Disneyland.