D23 Announces NEW Gold Membership Plans and Exclusive Experiences for 2025

Disney has unveiled a host of updates for D23: The Official Disney Fan Club, including expanded membership plans and an exciting slate of events for 2025. The announcement was made during a special D23 Member event at The Walt Disney Studios in Burbank, California. Attendees enjoyed an advanced screening of Moana 2, introduced by animator Wayne Unten, and heard from Michael Vargo, head of D23, about what’s on the horizon for Disney fans worldwide.

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Among the announcements were new Gold Membership options, set to roll out on January 1, 2025. Fans will now have three plans to choose from, each packed with exclusive perks and collectibles. The Gold Member Essential Plan ($49.99 annually) includes benefits such as the Disney twenty-three publication’s new interactive digital format, a Stitch collectible pin, a Goofy and Max car magnet, and a D23 Lorcana trading card featuring Iago from Aladdin. The Gold Member Choice Plan ($99.99 annually) adds a selection of premium items like a D23 Spirit Jersey or a Disneyland replica plaque, while the Gold Complete Plan ($299.99 annually) includes all premium items for the ultimate fan experience.

Signature events are also taking center stage. The much-anticipated Destination D23 will return from August 29–31, 2025, at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort in Walt Disney World®. The event promises to be the largest yet, featuring exclusive presentations, entertainment, and shopping. Other highlights include the launch of the new D23 Spotlight Series, monthly virtual presentations from the D23 Gold Theater, expanded tours of the Walt Disney Studios Lot, and the debut of Walt Disney’s Los Angeles Tour.

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D23 will also celebrate milestone anniversaries with fans in 2025, marking the 70th anniversary of Disneyland Resort, the 30th anniversaries of Toy Story and A Goofy Movie, and the 25th anniversary of The Emperor’s New Groove. Additional experiences include fan-favorite screenings, D23 Night with the Anaheim Ducks, and D23 Day at Angel Stadium.

Michael Vargo shared the vision behind these enhancements: “We are always looking for ways to give fans more of what they want. From signature events to new virtual offerings, we’re excited to bring all of this and more in 2025.”

For fans eager to make the most of their D23 membership, these expanded offerings ensure a magical year ahead. With new experiences, collectibles, and events, 2025 is shaping up to be unforgettable for Disney fans everywhere.

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