The full assortment of fun for the 2026 D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event will not just be limited to fans with all-day access to the Honda Center. Fans who have access to the Anaheim Convention Center will be able to enjoy 50+ must-see panels, shows, and presentations featuring beloved stars, enchanting entertainment, and nostalgia across five stages — and a bunch of it will be available after 4 pm! If you’re interested in attending, the event has not completely sold out yet and limited types of ticket options are still available.

Here’s the latest information to know about 2026 D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event (formerly D23 Expo) taking place from August 14 – 16, 2026.

While there will be programming all day long, there’s also plenty of fun in store for those who have the After 4pm ticket (which are still available). Although specific timing and locations have not been made available, below is a list confirmed by Disney of events taking place after 4pm.

Plus, also on the Show Floor, the popular Spotlight Stage Presented by Fandango returns with entertainment throughout the weekend, hosting an array of musical performances, Disney trivia, one-on-one interviews with some beloved celebrities, and sing-alongs of some favorite Disney songs. Price times and schedules have yet to be announced.

Full Programming Schedule

Timing and locations have not yet been announced but below are all of the programming highlights confirmed for this year’s event!

Friday, August 14

• Disney Rewind Concert: Don’t miss the ultimate throwback event showcasing the very best Disney hits of the ’80s and ’90s! Relive the magic of VHS vibes with this live mixtape concert spanning Powerline, Disney Afternoon, Muses, and more, brought to life by Disney Broadway and Animation stars, rock-concert lighting, and larger-than-life visuals. The show premieres at 7:00 p.m. on Friday, August 14, with an encore performance at 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, August 15.
  • The spectacular cast bringing these songs to life include Jared Dixon (Broadway’s “Simba”), Alyssa Fox (Broadway’s “Elsa”), Arielle Jacobs (Broadway’s “Jasmine”), Josh Strickland (Broadway’s “Tarzan”), and Raena White (Broadway’s “Sarabi”), with special appearances by Disney Legends Bill Farmer, Jodi Benson, and 2026 Legend recipient Susan Egan.
• Walt Disney: 125 Years of Inspiration: Join D23 as we salute Walt Disney’s 125th birthday! Hear from those who knew him, legends who were inspired by Walt and continue his legacy, plus enjoy some special performances—all inspired by and in fun celebration of Walt Disney!
• Ink & Paint at Disney Animation: Watch the magic behind the Ink & Paint Department at Disney Animation come together before your eyes—from an animator’s drawing to an inker transferring the image onto a cel, and then a painter bringing it to life with vibrant color, there is magic with every stroke of a pencil and brush.
• 20 Years of Enchanted: A Love Letter to Disney: Join co-hosts Nina West and Kevin Lima (director, A Goofy Movie, Tarzan, Enchanted) as we celebrate 20 years of Enchanted with a fast-paced, Easter egg-filled tribute featuring special guests and surprises from the Walt Disney Archives collection.
• The Quests Ahead for Disney Lorcana Trading Card Game: The Disney Lorcana TCG team at Ravensburger can’t wait to tell fans about all-new events coming to Disney locations, upcoming set releases in 2027, and more stories to play into from the realm of Lorcana. Join the team as they cover all the highlights of bringing this amazing card game to life and wow the audience with exciting announcements!
• Houses Walt Built: The Walt Disney Family Museum: See rare photos and hear intimate stories about Walt and Lillian Disney’s Woking Way, Carolwood, and Smoke Tree Ranch homes with museum executive director Kirsten Komoroske and Carolwood miniature model-maker Mark Hurt.
• Disney Lorcana Speed Puzzling Team Events: Piece together a perfect pastime and participate in Ravensburger’s first-ever speed puzzling events at D23! Guests will race to put together one of three brand-new Disney Lorcana 300-piece puzzles, with each competitor also taking a puzzle home at the end. These one-hour long speed puzzling events will take place on Friday, August 14, at the Ravensburger Gaming Area at three different times—9:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., and 5:30 p.m. Tickets will be available through Ravensburger and will be communicated to D23 Event ticketholders at a later date.

Saturday, August 15

• Disney Rewind Concert: Don’t miss the ultimate throwback event showcasing the very best Disney hits of the ’80s and ’90s! Relive the magic of VHS vibes with this live mixtape concert spanning Powerline, Disney Afternoon, Muses, and more, brought to life by Disney Broadway and Animation stars, rock-concert lighting, and larger-than-life visuals. The show premieres at 7:00 p.m. on Friday, August 14, with an encore performance at 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, August 15.
  • The spectacular cast bringing these songs to life include Jared Dixon (Broadway’s “Simba”), Alyssa Fox (Broadway’s “Elsa”), Arielle Jacobs (Broadway’s “Jasmine”), Josh Strickland (Broadway’s “Tarzan”), and Raena White (Broadway’s “Sarabi”), with special appearances by Disney Legends Bill Farmer, Jodi Benson, and 2026 Legend recipient Susan Egan.
• Worlds of Tinker Bell: Never Land to Pixie Hollow: Join host Ashley Eckstein (Ahsoka Tano, Star Wars: The Clone Wars) as we explore the magical evolution of Tinker Bell from Peter Pan (1953) to her own enchanting universe in this lively celebration of a favorite Disney fairy.
• Disney | Marvel: A Legacy of Stories presented by M&M’S: Discover the rich legacy of Disney and Marvel storytelling through classic comics, unexpected crossovers, and production insights from Marvel creatives and Disney archivists.
• Disney Style Around the World: Enjoy a showcase of iconic Disney fashion and some fan-favorite collaborations from around the globe, plus hear from panelist Bobby Kim, Vice President, Global Creative Director for Disney Consumer Products.
• Great Moments with Walt Disney: Disney historian Tim O’Day and editor of Disney Files magazine Ryan March share humorous stories and rare video footage of Walt Disney, showing the comedic side of the man behind the magic!

Sunday, August 16

• A Whole New World of Alan Menken: Disney Legend and eight-time Academy Award^® winner Alan Menken shares the songs—and the stories behind them—in his rare one-man concert event, A Whole New World of Alan Menken. From “Beauty and the Beast,” “A Whole New World,” “Colors of the Wind,” and “Go the Distance,” to beloved stage and screen musicals that have become cultural landmarks, Menken’s music has shaped generations of audiences around the world.
  • His extraordinary body of work includes The Little Mermaid (1989), Beauty and the Beast (1991), Aladdin (1992), Pocahontas (1995), Hercules (1997), Enchanted (2007), Tangled (2010), The Hunchback of Notre Dame (1996), Newsies (1992), and many more. The show is written by Menken and directed by Richard Kraft with additional material by Kraft and Jennifer Lucy Cook. This show will take place at 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, August 16.
• The Disney Experiences Auction – Rare and Remarkable Finds: Through live and online bidding, discover select, verified pieces from Disney’s theme parks and resorts that are ready for their next chapter with the fans who treasure them most. Hosted by Bret Iwan, Disney Fine Artist and the Official Voice of Mickey Mouse!
• One Hundred and One Dalmatians 65th Anniversary: Celebrate Disney Animation’s pioneering feature film with a look back at rarely seen art from the Walt Disney Animation Research Library.
• Searching for the Swiss Family Robinson Tree House: Join Disney artist Kevin Kidney as he shares about his journey to the tropical island to visit the original filming locations from Swiss Family Robinson (1960)—including the legendary tree house that inspired the Disneyland Park attraction!

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

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