D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event Kicks Off with Magic!

D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event Kicks Off with Magic and Mayhem!

Disney fans, rejoice! D23: The Ultimate Fan Event has officially arrived in Anaheim, California, promising a weekend packed with immersive experiences, star-studded presentations, and exclusive merchandise. This year’s event is bigger and better than ever before, offering a glimpse into the vast creativity of The Walt Disney Company.

What to Expect:

Show Floor Extravaganza: Explore the largest show floor in D23 history, featuring pavilions from Disney Parks, animation studios, streaming services, and more. New additions include Avatar, ESPN, ABC News, and Lucasfilm’s groundbreaking ILM StageCraft technology.

Panels and Presentations: Delve into your favorite stories with panels celebrating 30 years of Toy Story, a behind-the-scenes look at Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed, and a glamorous retrospective on Miss Piggy’s 70 years with The Muppets.

Live Entertainment: Catch a performance by Simple Plan, the award-winning band who recently covered “Can You Feel The Love Tonight” for the upcoming Mickey & Friends pop-punk album. Sing along with Disney on Broadway stars at the Disney Princess – The Concert.

Interactive Experiences: Step into the Time Variance Authority with Marvel Studios’ TVA Walkthrough Experience. Explore the world of National Geographic with the Hexadome Experience. Get a taste of FX’s The Bear at their interactive restaurant experience.

Talent Central: Meet the celebrities and creative minds behind your favorite Disney stories, including Daniel Logan from Star Wars, National Geographic explorers, future Disney Legend Martha Blanding, and the creators of Phineas and Ferb.

Shopping Paradise! Find limited-edition and first-to-market merchandise at World of Disney: The Product Experience, featuring products from Disney Publishing, beloved Disney brands, and the D23 Marketplace.

Pixar Putt – Play the pop-up mini-golf sensation inspired by the stories, characters, and icons from some of Pixar’s most beloved films.

Highlights for Today (August 9th):

Celebrate 30 years of Toy Story with filmmakers and Pixar Legends.
Learn about the insects featured in National Geographic’s A Real Bug’s Life with a live show-and-tell.
Discover how Disney Animation Studios brings its worlds to life in Disney Parks.
Join Disney Legend Don Hahn for a conversation about the beloved cult classic A Goofy Movie.

Learn how bestselling novels become hit TV series and films from the creators of Hulu’s The Handmaid’s Tale, Disney’s Out of My Mind, and more.
Sing along to the music of Disney Princesses at the Disney Princess – The Concert.

Don’t miss out on the magic! Stay tuned for more exciting news and D23 fun from Chip and Co!

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