2025 Destination D23 tickets go on sale April 14, pricing and tiers
Tickets for Destination D23: A Journey Around the Worlds of Disney will go on sale at 10 a.m. PDT / 1 p.m. EDT on April 14, 2025, exclusively for D23 Gold Members.
Destination D23, a smaller-scale event compared to the biennial D23 Expo in Anaheim, California, is held at Walt Disney World. Due to its growing popularity, the event has relocated from Disney’s Contemporary Resort to the larger Coronado Springs Resort to accommodate increased attendance.
The event is taking place August 29-31, 2025.
“Disney is uniquely beloved by generations of people who are captivated by the magic of our timeless stories and the imaginative ways we bring them to life,” said Michael Vargo, Head of D23. “Destination D23 will bring together some of Disney’s most passionate fans for an immersive event allowing them to celebrate and experience what they love most from across the worlds of Disney.”
2025 Destination D23 Programming
On Saturday, August 30, and Sunday, August 31, ticketed guests can enjoy a full slate of over 25 specially curated presentations from across The Walt Disney Company, including Walt Disney Studios, Disney Entertainment Television, Disney Experiences, and the Walt Disney Archives. This programming will feature the creative visionaries and talent behind popular films and series, Imagineers, archivists, and Disney Legends, providing exclusive access and behind-the-scenes looks at fan-favorite entertainment and experiences.
D23 Shopping Spree, an exclusive shopping experience, will be available to Destination D23 attendees starting Friday, August 29 and run throughout the weekend. Returning favorites include The Walt Disney Company Store and Mickey’s of Glendale, and new this year, is Disney Studio Store Hollywood. All three locations will offer specialty merchandise, including limited-edition pins that will only be available through a Random Selection Process (RSP) opportunity. The return of the Ink & Paint Marketplace will feature an assortment of items from some fan-favorite brands and friends of Disney.
On Saturday, August 30, all attendees are invited to celebrate 25 years of Walt Disney Animation Studios’ The Emperor’s New Groove during D23 Kuzcotopia Night at Typhoon Lagoon, which will feature complimentary snacks, photo opportunities, special activities, and exclusive entertainment.
On Sunday, August 31, Disney ‘80s-’90s Celebration in Concert, presented by Disney+, caps off the weekend’s festivities as Broadway and Disney Animation stars take attendees on a musical journey with show-stopping performances, rock-concert lighting, and larger-than-life projections tied to musical moments from some of the best hits of these groundbreaking decades.
Throughout the weekend, additional experiences will be available for Destination D23 attendees to enjoy at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort, including The Walt Disney Archives Presents: Charting the Course, Disney’s Global Stories & Inspirations. This all-new exhibit celebrates the world around us and the global locations and cultures that have inspired Disney storytelling for generations. From Dwayne Johnson’s Jungle Cruise (2021) costume to animation maquettes from The Lion King (1994) and Mulan (1998) to original puppets from EPCOT’s Tapestry of Nations, fans will discover a vibrant global celebration.
Additional Activities
During the week leading up to the event, fans can enjoy D23 Nights at Disney Springs, featuring a variety of additional fun activities and offers. And, on Thursday, August 28, D23 is hosting A Goofy Movie Throwback Premiere. Stay tuned for more information coming soon about this separately ticketed event available to all D23 Members. Additional information will be released at a later date about an event happening the evening of Friday, August 29.
2025 Destination D23 Ticket Information
Tickets for Destination D23 will go on sale exclusively to D23 Gold Members on April 14 starting at 10 a.m. PDT / 1 p.m. EDT. General admission tickets are available for $299. In addition, a limited number of Preferred ($549) and Premiere ($799) seating tickets will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. These tickets will include dedicated queues for reserved seating areas. D23 Gold Members may reserve a ticket for themselves and one (1) guest for General, Preferred, or Premier seating. Tickets will be available at D23.com.
To become a D23 Gold Member for the opportunity to purchase tickets, visit JoinD23.com.
Destination D23 Exclusive Experiences
All ticketed Destination D23 event guests will receive access to the following D23-exclusive experiences:
- Walt Disney Archives exhibit, photo opportunities, and D23 Shopping Spree starting Friday, August 29
- Guaranteed seat at all Destination D23 2025 panels and presentations on Saturday, August 30, and Sunday, August 31
- Access to D23 Kuzcotopia Night at Typhoon Lagoon on Saturday, August 30
- Commemorative gifts, including a Lug bag, event-exclusive pin, lanyard, credential, and shopping bag created exclusively for the event
