5 Fantastic Things to Watch This Weekend Presented by State Farm®

By Andie Hagemann

D23 Expo is finally here! For those unable to attend the event in-person, D23 Expo [LIVE] has you covered all weekend long. Join hosts Ashley Eckstein, Juju Green, Bret Iwan, Ryan March, and Alyssa Navarro from the show floor and watch all the magical moments from the panels, presentations, live interviews, special announcements, and so much more, beginning at 10 a.m. PT/1 p.m. ET on September 9, 10, and 11. In celebration of the Ultimate Disney Fan Event, we present five panels to watch…

IMAGE 01A Alt Text: Actor Idina Menzel smiles with her right arm posed around her stomach and left arm bent upwards. She wears a double-breasted red blazer with black buttons and stands in front of a brown muted backdrop. IMAGE 01B Alt Text: Actor Josh Gad gently smiles and wears a patterned black blazer, blue shirt and thick, black-framed glasses. He stands in front of a brown muted backdrop. IMAGE 01C Alt Text: Actor Kristen Bell gently smiles and wears a dark maroon sweater. She stands in front of a light-brown muted backdrop.

Disney Legends Awards Ceremony—Friday, September 9, at 10:30 a.m. PT/1:30 p.m. ET

Disney100 kicks off at D23 Expo with an epic presentation that includes the Disney Legends Awards Ceremony, featuring Disney CEO Bob Chapek. The event will once again honor those visionaries and artists who have made significant contributions to the Disney legacy. This year’s honorees include Anthony Anderson, Kristen Bell, Chadwick Boseman, Rob’t Coltrin, Patrick Dempsey, Robert Price “Bob” Foster, Jonathan Groff, Don Hahn, Josh Gad, Doris Hardoon, Idina Menzel, Chris Montan, Ellen Pompeo, and Tracee Ellis Ross. Emmy® Award winner Tamron Hall will host the fan-favorite ceremony.

IMAGE 01A Alt Text: Actor Idina Menzel smiles with her right arm posed around her stomach and left arm bent upwards. She wears a double-breasted red blazer with black buttons and stands in front of a brown muted backdrop. IMAGE 01B Alt Text: Actor Josh Gad gently smiles and wears a patterned black blazer, blue shirt and thick, black-framed glasses. He stands in front of a brown muted backdrop. IMAGE 01C Alt Text: Actor Kristen Bell gently smiles and wears a dark maroon sweater. She stands in front of a light-brown muted backdrop.

D23 Expo Mousequerade 2022—Friday, September 9, at 6 p.m. ET/9 p.m. ET

Join host Nina West and guest judges Eckstein, Yvette Nicole Brown, and Ally Maki for the Ultimate Disney Costume Contest! And this year, fans watching at home will be able to cast their vote for “Fan Favorite.” Don’t miss all the spectacular and creative creations!

IMAGE 03A Alt Text: Actor Lilly Singh leans against a neutral wall with her arms folded across her stomach and a somber expression. She wears a yellow coat and nude top. IMAGE 03B Alt Text: Actor Raven-Symoné smiles with her head resting in her right palm and left arm grasping her knee. She wears a black turtleneck and sits in front of a brown muted backdrop

Disney’s Epic Entertainment Showcase: The Musical: The Extravaganza—Saturday, September 10, at 3:30 p.m. PT/6:30 p.m. ET

Join Disney Branded Television for an exclusive showcase, hosted by Lilly Singh and Raven-Symoné, that highlights a legacy of excellence in storytelling and includes talent appearances, performances, and never-before-seen previews of original content for Disney+, Disney Channel, and Disney Junior. Don’t miss the star-studded presentation with scheduled appearances by the stars and creatives of American Born Chinese, Growing Up, High School Musical: The Musical: The Series, National Treasure: Edge of History, The Muppets Mayhem, Under Wraps 2, Firebuds, Mickey Mouse Funhouse, and so much more!

IMAGE 04 Alt Text: Exterior photo of Cinderella Castle at Walt Disney World Resort. On the castle is a large iridescent medallion reading “50,” commemorating the 50th anniversary. Above the castle are light blue skies, and part of Main Street U.S.A. is in the foreground.

A Boundless Future: Disney Parks, Experiences, and Products—Sunday, September 11, at 10:30 a.m. PT/1:30 p.m. ET

Tune in to find out all the exciting announcements and updates happening around the world in Disney Parks, on the high seas, at home, and beyond. Disney Parks, Experiences and Products Chairman Josh D’Amaro will unveil a behind-the-scenes look at the magic in the presentation that’s chock-full of sensational surprises.

IMAGE 04 Alt Text: Exterior photo of Cinderella Castle at Walt Disney World Resort. On the castle is a large iridescent medallion reading “50,” commemorating the 50th anniversary. Above the castle are light blue skies, and part of Main Street U.S.A. is in the foreground.

Walt Disney Imagineering: 70 Years of Making the Impossible, Possible—Sunday, September 11, at 1 p.m. PT/4 p.m. ET

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