D23 Expo 2022 is just around the corner and now that the ultimate fan club has released the full panel schedule, we’re sharing a full list of some of the panels we’re most excited about across all three days of the event! This year, panel event content will feature across five panel stages including Hall D23, Premiere Stage, Backlot Stage, Walt Disney Archives Stage, and Hyperion Stage.

Top Picks for Friday, September 9

Disney Legends Awards Ceremony

WHEN: Friday, September 9, 10:30 am – 12:00 pm PT
WHERE: Hall D23

Disney100 kicks off at D23 Expo on Friday, September 9, at 10:30 a.m. with an epic presentation that includes the Disney Legends Awards Ceremony, featuring Disney CEO Bob Chapek. Legends will once again honor those visionaries and artists who have made significant contributions to the Disney legacy.

Inside Look at the Society of Explorers and Adventurers

WHEN: Friday, September 9, 10:30 am – 11:30 am PT
WHERE: Backlot Stage

An inside look at the continuing development of the Society of Explorers and Adventurers – what it means at Disney Parks and how these stories continue to grow. Walt Disney Imagineers are joined by author Julie Kagawa to talk about her first two books in a series of novels that tie into the lore of S.E.A.

National Geographic’s Superhero Women of STEM

WHEN: Friday, September 9, 1:45 pm – 2:45 pm PT
WHERE: Hyperion Stage

Meet three extraordinary women who are changing the face of exploration, education, and storytelling. Find out what it takes to study large bears up close; learn about the science of Avatar; and get ready to win first place at the Science Fair!

Studio Showcase, Day 1: Celebrate the Magic of Disney and Pixar

WHEN: Friday, September 9, 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm PT
WHERE: Hall D23

Join Disney Studios for an all-star look at what’s coming up in theaters and on Disney+ from Disney’s iconic Walt Disney Animation Studios and Pixar Animation Studios, as well as its namesake motion picture group behind such recent Disney hits as Cruella, Jungle Cruise, and Chip ’N Dale: Rescue Rangers.

D23 Expo Mousequerade 2022

WHEN: Friday, September 9, 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm PT
WHERE: Premiere Stage

The Ultimate Disney Costume Contest returns to D23 Expo! Join host Nina West and guest judges Yvette Nicole Brown, Ashley Eckstein, and Ally Maki as we showcase the most magical makes and quintessential creations of the Disney cosplay fan universe!

Top Picks for Saturday, September 10

Studio Showcase, Day 2: Marvel Studios, Lucasfilm, and 20th Century Studios

WHEN: Saturday, September 10, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm PT
WHERE: Hall D23

Welcome all multiversal, intergalactic, and world-spanning adventurers as Marvel Studios, Lucasfilm, and 20th Century Studios preview upcoming titles, including sneak peeks and special guests.

A Peek Behind the Curtain at Walt Disney Imagineering’s Illusions and Special Effects Development Lab

WHEN: Saturday, September 10, 10:00 am – 11:00 am PT
WHERE: Walt Disney Archives Stage

Learn about the legacy of Walt Disney Imagineering’s Illusions and Special Effects Development Lab, including the work created by Yale Gracey for the Haunted Mansion and other early projects, plus a behind-the-curtain look at the present-day magical process that is so unique to Imagineering.

Uncovering Treasures from the Marty Sklar Collection

WHEN: Saturday, September 10, 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm PT
WHERE: Walt Disney Archives Stage

Join Imagineering Ambassador Bob Weis and Leah and Leslie Sklar, the wife and daughter of the late Disney Legend and Imagineer Marty Sklar, as they discuss some of the treasures they’ve discovered while going through Marty’s collection from his more than 50 years with Walt Disney Imagineering.

It’s a Small Disney World: Celebrating the Art of Disney Parks

WHEN: Saturday, September 10, 1:45 pm – 2:45 pm PT
WHERE: Hyperion Stage

Moderated by Tyler Slater, Public Relations Manager, this panel gathers Disney Parks artists and authors who created artwork for our global parks, including items which will be for sale at the D23 Expo Marketplace.

A Century of Storytelling at Walt Disney Animation Studios

WHEN: Saturday, September 10, 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm PT
WHERE: Walt Disney Archives Stage

The Walt Disney Animation Research Library celebrates 100 years of Disney Animation storytelling by highlighting the stories and people behind key art and artifacts in their collection.

Building Walt’s Florida Project: Walt Disney World from Dream to Reality

WHEN: Saturday, September 10, 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm PT
WHERE: Walt Disney Archives Stage

Using rarely seen photography, the Walt Disney Archives and special guests present a “true-life” look at the extraordinary construction and opening of the Walt Disney World Resort.

Top Picks for Sunday, September 11

Disney Original Documentary’s Sneak Peek of Mickey: The Story of a Mouse

WHEN: Sunday, September 11, 10:00 am – 11:00 am PT
WHERE: Backlot Stage

Disney Original Documentary presents a panel dedicated to Mickey: The Story of a Mouse, which celebrates one of the world’s most beloved icons, Mickey Mouse. Hosted by Bret Iwan, the official voice of Mickey himself, the panel will include filmmakers and select film participants. Attendees will get a behind-the-scenes look at the making of the film as well, as an exclusive sneak peek.

A Boundless Future: Disney Parks, Experiences and Products

WHEN: Sunday, September 11, 10:30 am – 12:00 pm PT
WHERE: Hall D23

Join Disney Parks, Experiences and Products Chairman Josh D’Amaro for a look at Disney’s boundless future. With announcements and updates on the magic happening around the world in parks, on the high seas, at home, and beyond, attendees will get a behind-the-scenes look at the big dreams of Disney Imagineers. Every Disney fan will want to be a part of this special presentation full of exciting news and surprises.

Revisiting Yesterday’s Tomorrow: Disney’s Magical Mid-Century

WHEN: Sunday, September 11, 10:15 am – 11:15 am PT
WHERE: Hyperion Stage

Join legendary producer Don Hahn for a look back at Disney projects from the 1950s and 1960s as he shares an illustrated journey through the era with rarely seen art and photography reflecting the unique style that Walt Disney and his artists pioneered.

Walt Disney Imagineering: 70 Years of Making the Impossible, Possible

WHEN: Sunday, September 11, 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm PT
WHERE: Premiere Stage

For 70 years, Walt Disney Imagineering has blended imagination with cutting-edge technology to create groundbreaking experiences. Join Imagineers past and present as they discuss the core elements of storytelling and innovation that bring dreams to life for guests from all around the world.

100 Years of Treasures from the Walt Disney Animation Research Library

WHEN: Sunday, September 11, 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm PT
WHERE: Backlot Stage

Never-before-seen clips, recording sessions, and live-action references mark 100 years of Walt Disney Animation Studios as the ARL unveils newly digitized media from their collection and from their Oral History Project.

Conversations with Disney Character Voices

WHEN: Sunday, September 11, 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm PT
WHERE: Premiere Stage

Providing the perfect voice to characters has been a Disney signature since Walt first gave voice to Mickey. Join Rick Dempsey, SVP of Character Voices, and some very special guests, as we go “behind the mic” for stories and fun conversations with some Disney favorites.

Full Schedule

Want to see the full schedule for the D23 Expo 2022? Check out our postings below, organized by day!

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D23 Expo 2022 takes place in Anaheim, CA from September 9 – 11, 2022. All ticket levels are sold out so your only option now is to follow us for all the coverage!

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