Between now and the August 14th start of 2026 D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event, there’s plenty of important milestones to know about leading up to the big weekend. We’ve compiled a listing of important dates you’re not going to want to miss from ticket sales and badge transfer deadlines and beyond. Bookmark these important dates and don’t miss our on your chances to maximize your time during this year’s event.

Here’s the latest information to know about 2026 D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event (formerly D23 Expo) coming to Anaheim Convention Center and Honda Center from August 14 – 16, 2026.

Important Dates

March

  • 3/31, 10 a.m. PT
    • Ticket sales open for D23 Gold Charter Members of D23 (MORE INFO)

April

  • 4/2, 10 a.m. PT
    • Priority purchase window for tickets opens for D23 Gold Members on Essential, Choice, and Complete plans. (MORE INFO)
  • 4/2, 12 p.m. PT
    • Priority purchase window for tickets opens for all other D23 Gold Members (limited plans) (MORE INFO)
  • 4/6, 10 a.m. PT

June

  • 6/24, 8:59 p.m. PT
    • Last day to update your mailing address.

July

  • 7/10, 8:59 p.m. PT
    • Last day to transfer your additional guest badges to family and friends.
  • 7/13
    • Anaheim Convention Center badges mailed to ticket purchasers
  • 7/20, 12 p.m. PT
    • The Reservation Random Selection Process (RSP) opens! You have four (4) days to choose and rank your preferences.
  • 7/24, 12 p.m. PT
    • The Reservation RSP closes. Reservations will be awarded starting Friday, August 7.

August

  • 8/5
    • Honda Center presentation tickets are delivered digitally.
  • 8/7
    • The Reservation RSP confirmations will be assigned and communicated via email.
  • 8/12, 7:10 p.m. PT
  • 8/13, 8 a.m. PT
  • 8/14, 9 a.m. PT
    • D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event – Day 1
  • 8/15, 9 a.m. PT
    • D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event – Day 2
  • 8/16, 9 a.m. PT
    • D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event – Day 3

See it for Yourself

D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event takes place in Anaheim from August 14 – 16, 2026.

MORE INFO: Check out all MouseInfo coverage for D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event at MouseInfo.com/D23

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