Disney Announces New Tiered Ticketing, Events for D23 Weekend
The Walt Disney Company has shared details about the D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event happening this summer, including new tiered ticketing prices, when they will go on sale, and some programming.
Scheduled for August 14, 15, and 16 in Anaheim, California, the event promises to be the largest in the company’s history, featuring week-long city-wide celebrations, innovative show floor experiences, and marquee showcases at the Honda Center.
“D23 is a powerful expression of the lasting connection Disney has with its fans,” said Asad Ayaz, Chief Marketing and Brand Officer of The Walt Disney Company. Ayaz noted that the event serves as a “front row seat” for the company’s biggest announcements across film, streaming, theme parks, and sports.
The three nightly marquee presentations will take place at the Honda Center:
- Friday: Disney Entertainment Showcase
- Saturday: Disney Experiences Showcase
- Sunday: Disney Legends Award Ceremony
Meanwhile, the Anaheim Convention Center will house over 50 panels and the “largest and most innovative show floor ever.” New highlights for 2026 include Mundo Pixar, an immersive walk-through experience; an ESPN Road to the Super Bowl activation; and a Walt Disney Archives: Uncrated exhibition that gives fans a rare look into hidden studio warehouses.
The event is also expanding into the world of competitive gaming with a Disney Lorcana Championship Qualifier, and into motorsports with a display featuring a Mickey F1 Formula 1 car.
Ticketing Details and Tiered Access
In an effort to prioritize the core D23 community, Disney is implementing a tiered rollout for ticket sales. All tickets will be sold through D23.com beginning at 10 a.m. PT / 1 p.m. ET on the following dates:
- March 31: Exclusive 24-hour window for D23 Gold Charter Members.
- April 2: Priority window for D23 Gold Members (Essential, Choice, and Complete plans).
- April 2 (12 p.m. PT): All other D23 Gold Members.
Disney has introduced several new ticket tiers to increase accessibility:
- D23 Fan Pass: Starting at $49 for a new “Afternoon Only” option, or $99 for a full day at the Convention Center.
- D23 Ultimate Fan Pass: Starting at $99 per day, including access to both the Convention Center and the Honda Center showcases.
- D23 Ultimate Preferred Fan Pass: Ranging from $1,299 to $2,599, offering three days of floor seating at the Honda Center and exclusive shopping opportunities.
Beyond the Convention Center
The “Ultimate Fan Event” is expanding into a week-long, city-wide celebration starting August 8. Festivities include a new live-action art exhibition at the Muzeo Museum, a fan night at the Anaheim Packing District on August 11, and a D23 Night at Angel Stadium on August 12, where the first 23,000 fans will receive a themed Mickey Mouse bobblehead.
Disneyland Resort will also join the fray on August 13 with D23 Day, featuring a Disney Legends Cavalcade and a “Disney Jr. Let’s Play! Party” at Disney California Adventure Park.
More details will be announced at a later date, according to D23.
