Gold Member: $75 (+$3 Processing Fee) per ticket.
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Calling all Mouseketeers and dreamers of all ages! D23 is beyond excited to offer Gold Members an exclusive morning viewing of Disneyland Park’s debuting show, “Walt Disney – A Magical Life”! Guests of this event can enjoy the latest Audio-Animatronics® addition to the Lincoln Theater, featuring a magical presentation of Walt Disney in a re-created version of his studio office. In a most perfect way to start a day at Disneyland, enjoy a showcase of Walt’s life and career with stunning remastered audio and video footage. Plus, D23 Gold Members will enjoy an exclusive pre-show introduction by Walt Disney Imagineering Portfolio Executive Creative Producer Jeff Shaver-Moskowitz, who’ll chat about creating this magical experience and bringing Walt to life!
PLEASE NOTE: A park reservation and valid admission for Disneyland on the same date of the event experience (July 18, 2025) are required for each Guest ages 3 and older, and are not included in the price of this experience. There is no fee for Guests aged 2 and under to attend this event experience. Park reservations are limited, subject to availability, and not guaranteed. It is strongly recommended that Guests book theme park reservations for Disneyland prior to purchasing a ticket for this event.
If selecting the World of Color Happiness! viewing option, D23 Members and their Guest are required to possess a valid Park Hopper ticket for admission and a valid reservation beginning in Disneyland on the same date of the event experience (July 18, 2025) in order to attend, as a Park Hopper ticket will not be provided with purchase of this event ticket.
After the special preview, enjoy a day at the parks before returning in the evening to enjoy the parks’ nighttime spectaculars in reserved viewing areas to bookend a (Walt) Disney-led Disneyland day! Enjoy Disney California Adventure Park’s waterfront spectacular World of Color Happiness!, or the Paint the Night parade and Wondrous Journeys nighttime spectacular at Disneyland. Selection to be made at the time of ticket purchase. Quantities are limited in each experience.
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This event includes:
- A showing of “Walt Disney – A Magical Life” at the Lincoln Theater in Disneyland
- A special D23 pre-show discussion on the attraction by Walt Disney Imagineering’s Jeff Shaver-Moskowitz
- Reserved viewing for either World of Color Happiness! at Disney California Adventure OR reserved viewing for the Paint the Night parade and Wondrous Journeys nighttime spectacular at Disneyland
- A D23 event-exclusive gift
Keep moving forward—forward towards a ticket to this unforgettable experience, that is! We’re delighted to be among the first to share “Walt Disney – A Magical Life” with our favorite fans, and can’t wait to see you there!
DETAILS
Ticketing Terms and Conditions:
- D23 Gold Members may reserve a ticket for themselves and up to one (1) guest for this event.
- Each attendee, including the D23 Member and their guest, must possess a valid, individual event ticket to be admitted.
- Ticket quantities are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.
- To reserve tickets, D23 Members must log in using their valid D23 Member account credentials.
- Tickets are non-transferable and must be used by the individual(s) named at the time of purchase.
Age Requirements:
- All guests under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian, who must also possess a valid event ticket.
- Children under the age of 3 may attend without a ticket, but must lap-sit due to limited capacity and be accompanied at all times by a parent or legal guardian with a valid event ticket. Only children with a valid event ticket will receive event gifts, giveaways, and concession vouchers.
Entry Requirements:
- All D23 Members must present a valid D23 Membership card (physical or digital via the D23 App) along with a valid event ticket at check-in.
- Failure to present a valid membership card and corresponding ticket may result in denial of admission without refund or further obligation by D23.
- A park reservation and valid admission for Disneyland Park on the same date of the event experience (July 18, 2025) are required for each Guest ages 3 and older and are not included in the price of this experience. There is no fee for Guests aged 2 and under to attend this event experience. Park reservations are limited, subject to availability, and not guaranteed. It is strongly recommended that Guests book theme park reservations for Disneyland Park prior to purchasing a ticket for this event.
- If selecting the World of Color Happiness!viewing option, D23 Members and their Guest are required to possess a valid Park Hopper ticket for admission and a valid reservation beginning in Disneyland Park on the same date of the event experience (July 18, 2025) in order to attend, as a Park Hopper ticket will not be provided with purchase of this event ticket.
Event Conduct and Restrictions:
- Unauthorized video or audio recording of any kind during the presentation is strictly prohibited.
- D23 reserves the right to deny admission or remove any individual who fails to comply with event rules, disrupts the event, or violates the terms and conditions of participation.
- To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience, all D23 Members and guests attending this D23 event are expected to adhere to the stated Disney rules (as applicable, and, including without limitation, with respect to Guest Courtesy Policies) found here.
Any ticketed Members or their guests who do not personally attend the event, forfeit their place, as well as all experiences, benefits, and gifts associated with the event. D23 Members must be present or guests will not gain admittance to the event.
All D23 events are subject to change without notice. All ticket sales are final. There are strictly no cancellations or refunds regardless of reason (including, without limitation, due to illness, change in travel plans, etc.) and tickets are not transferable.
PLEASE BE ADVISED – Permission to Film/Photograph/Record: Disney Worldwide Services, Inc. (“Disney”), and its affiliates, vendors, contractors, agents and/or assigns (together, “Producer”), may be taking photos, filming and/or making other recordings during the event you will be attending. By entering the premises for the event, for yourself and on behalf of any children accompanying you, you: (i) irrevocably consent to and authorize Producer to photograph you, make audio and/or video recordings of you in whatever medium, and use such photographs and recordings for all purposes (including advertising and promotions) in all media, now known or hereafter devised, worldwide, in perpetuity, and in any language without notice, attribution, permission or payment; and (ii) acknowledge all such photographs and/or recordings will be the sole property of Disney.