A vibrant promotional image for Destination D23 2025, featuring retro-style sans-serif text that reads: DESTINATION D23 with a compass icon replacing the O in Destination. Below, in smaller text, it states: Presented by Lug followed by the tagline A Journey Around the Worlds of Disney. The event dates, August 29-31, 2025, at Walt Disney World Resort, are displayed at the bottom. The background is a deep teal with whimsical, colorful elements representing different Disney worlds. In the upper left corner, Carl’s house from Up floats with a cluster of balloons. In the upper right, Stitch’s spaceship soars among stylized stars and cosmic patterns. On the bottom left, Mickey Mouse, depicted in a classic vintage art style, strides forward with a suitcase in hand, appearing ready for adventure. The lower right corner features a yellow submarine, hinting at underwater exploration, surrounded by stylized aquatic plants and oceanic waves. The design blends Disney nostalgia with a sense of global adventure, using a rich color palette of blues, greens, oranges, and purples. A banner at the top reads SOLD OUT.
GOLD MEMBER EXCLUSIVESOLD OUT

Destination D23: A Journey Around the Worlds of Disney – Presented by Lug

August 29-31st, 2025
Orlando, FL

This event is SOLD OUT.

Destination D23 2025 is brought to you by Lug!

Join D23: The Official Disney Fan Club at the Biggest Disney Fan Event of the year as we journey through all the worlds of Disney! Exclusively for D23 Gold Members, this year’s Destination D23 event will mark the biggest of its kind yet! Adventurers in attendance will be able to celebrate beloved moments and memories with behind-the-scenes stories, and special guests and performances. Buckle in for a sneak peek at the company’s boundless future, be among the first to access exclusive shopping opportunities, and experience plenty of surprises at this fan-favorite event!

Destination D23: A Journey Around the Worlds of Disney will take place from Friday, August 29 through Sunday, August 31, 2025, at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort at the Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida.

Destination D23 2025 is presented by Lug!  A family company since 2005, Lug bags and accessories are styled for joy, personal expression, and the effortless organization of everyday life.  For more information on Lug, please visit www.luglife.com.

Become a D23 Gold Member for the opportunity to purchase tickets when they go on sale on April 14 at 10 a.m. PT / 1 p.m. ET!

Presentation Highlights of Destination D23 2025 will include*:

  • See Disney archivists, historians, Imagineers, cast members, filmmakers, Disney Legends and luminaries in two days of programming spanning all the worlds of Disney!
  • Enjoy panels celebrating the attractions, entertainment and experiences that define Disney theme parks and cruise ships.
  • Discover exciting upcoming projects from creators and storytellers at The Walt Disney Studio!
  • Take a trip around the world with the Walt Disney Archives, featuring interstitial programming focusing on Disney’s vast connections and history to locales around the globe, including a special 80th anniversary celebration of all things south of the border with The Three Caballeros!
  • Go down the rabbit hole to discover the “Disney you didn’t know” as the Walt Disney Archives shares more of the most astonishing Disney discoveries, connections, and little-known facts that will change everything—or at least some things—you thought you knew about the Disney universe. In this all-new and updated outing, you’ll never guess where we’ll end up next!

Plus, more presenters, presentations, and activities to be announced!

Note: Presentations may utilize haze, strobe effects, and/or other special effects.

Exciting Experiences at Destination D23 2025 will include*:

  • D23 Kuzcotopia Night at Typhoon Lagoon: Saturday, August 30 — Boom, baby! All Destination D23 2025 ticket holders are invited to celebrate 25 years of Disney Animation’s The Emperor’s New Groove with a splash at Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon water park! Following the day’s presentations, be sure to lever-age this after-hours exclusive celebration of the cult classic, including special tributes to Disney’s water parks. Look out for complimentary snacks, photo opportunities, special activities, and exclusive entertainment at this ultra neat, squeak squeakin’ member-only party!***

A whimsical promotional image for D23’s Kuzcotopia Night at Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon event. The main text portion in the upper right features the D23 logo in white at the top, “Kuzcotopia” in a dark yellow funhouse font with geometric accents in the middle, and the third line reads “Night at Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon.” Below the title is a graphic of a shirtless Kuzco with his arm raised in a teal and yellow water tube atop light waves that span the length of the image. Above the waterline are a row of teal palm trees. On the upper right, a bright yellow Kuzcotopia in line with the “Kuzcotopia” text is sandwiched between Typhoon Lagoon’s Miss Tilly boat and Mount Mayday among stars and a crescent moon. “Complete with waterslide” in white cursive text sits on the water in the lower left. The design evokes a vintage travel postcard, adding to a sense of fun nostalgia.

  • Disney ’80s-’90s Celebration in Concert, presented by Disney+, caps off the weekend’s journey with the ultimate throwback experience showcasing the very best hits of these fan-favorite decades. Dig out those flip phones and grab some shoulder pads as Broadway and Disney Animation stars flashback through a defining generation of films and TV shows, with showstopping performances, rock-concert lighting and larger-than-life projections. It’s a fan-inspired, Disney+ extravaganza as we go from “Zero to Hero” and see it “I 2 I” with musical moments from: Hercules, A Goofy Movie, Toy Story, The Little Mermaid, Aladdin, Mulan, Beauty and the Beast, Pocahontas, The Lion King, The Disney Afternoon and more! Specially presented by Disney+ at Destination D23 2025, in partnership with Disney Concerts and 10th & Main Productions, this live concert event is sure to spark nostalgia in any Disney fan.

Alt colorful promotional image for the Disney ‘80s-’90s Celebration In Concert, presented by Disney+ event. The left half of the image features A Goofy Movie’s Max leaning and waving between a microphone and speakers on an orange, spotlighted stage— the spotlight shines in from the upper left of the image, with a few music notes above Max. “Disney ‘80s-’90s Celebration” appears in the upper right corner in a dark teal text with a raised orange shadow. A yellow and boxed “In Concert” text in thick letters appears under this, followed by “presented by Disney+” in white text and a smaller, teal Disney Concerts logo. The design is simple and organized, highlighting the concert alongside a nostalgic character.

  • The Walt Disney Archives Presents: Charting the Course, Disney’s Global Stories & Inspirations — Disney storytelling is a vibrant tapestry woven from global inspiration. An all-new exhibit from the Walt Disney Archives celebrates that influence by exploring how the world around us sparks creativity. Through a thoughtfully curated selection of photography, artwork, and dimensional artifacts, we follow Disney creatives on an artistic journey— watching black-and-white reference images evolve into vivid concepts. The experience culminates in a dynamic showcase, featuring models, props, and costumes inspired by diverse cultures and breathtaking landscapes, all reflecting the enduring legacy of Disney’s storytelling.

A vibrant promotional image for the “Charting the Course” event presented by the Walt Disney Archives. The background is lime green landscape with yellow and orange accents that evokes nature and exploration. There are triangle graphics resembling mountains, clouds and waves, and dotted orange lines with star accents throughout. In the center is a large light yellow spark shape evoking a compass on a muted background red and blue. On the graphic is the event title, with “Charting the Course” in a curved red-brown font with the “i” in “Charting” being replaced by a yellow starburst. “Disney’s Global Stories & Inspirations” is written on a red-brown banner graphic near the bottom of the compass.

D23 Shopping Spree at Destination D23 2025 will include shopping experiences at***:

A colorful promotional image for the D23 Shopping Spree at Destination D23. In the center of the image is “Shopping Spree” in purple and teal on a tan circular background. The text is sandwiched between a black D23 logo, and the logos of The Walt Disney Company Store, Mickey’s of Glendale, Studio Store Hollywood, and the Ink & Paint Marketplace. The background of the image is a dark teal with gray-blue iconography of clouds, sparks, and waves.

  • The Walt Disney Company Store is back on the East Coast! At this location, D23 Gold Members will have access to official Destination D23 merchandise along with new D23 Member-exclusive items and other unique merchandise from TWDC Store. Please note that limited-edition trading pins for this event will be offered to attendees exclusively through a Random Selection Process (RSP) opportunity.**
  • Mickey’s of Glendale. The Walt Disney Imagineering campus store returns to the event with a pop-up shop featuring selections of specialty merchandise! Trading pins for this event will be offered to attendees through a RSP opportunity.**
  • Disney Studio Store Hollywood. For the first time, the magic of Tinseltown is coming to Florida for Destination D23! The Disney Studio Store Hollywood will have a pop-up location at this year’s event that will feature new apparel, accessories and pins!  Limited-edition trading pins for this event will be offered to attendees through an RSP opportunity.**
  • Ink & Paint Marketplace. Returning to Destination D23, the Ink & Paint Marketplace will feature an assortment from fan favorite brands and friends of Disney including Lug, and more!**

*Please be advised: All schedules, events, and merchandise are subject to change without notice. For the enjoyment of all event guests, access in and out of the Veracruz Ballroom may be limited during presentations.

**For the convenience of our event guests, you will be offered the opportunity to reserve a shopping window for Mickey’s of Glendale, The Walt Disney Company Store, Disney Studio Store Hollywood, and Ink & Paint Marketplace, all of which will take place on Friday, August 29. Details will be shared via email closer to the event.  Please note: Limited-edition merchandise not sold during the RSP process may be sold at future D23 events, after Destination D23.

***For guests who do not get tickets to Destination D23 2025, a limited number of additional tickets will be offered to D23 Gold Members for D23 Kuzcotopia Night at Typhoon Lagoon and D23 Shopping Spree at Destination D23 at a later date.

Additional D23 Member Experiences Happening the Week of Destination D23 2025:

These special opportunities will be open to all D23 Members and may include separately ticketed events. More details to come!

A Goofy Movie Throwback Premiere: Thursday, August 28. Did you know that A Goofy Movie had its 1995 Florida premiere at the AMC Theater now located at Disney Springs in Walt Disney World Resort! We’re going to be seeing fans “I 2 I” with a special 30th anniversary screening of A Goofy Movie at the same theater as the Florida premiere for a standout ’90s throwback!  Stay tuned for more information on this separately ticketed event available to all D23 Members, which will go on sale at a later date.

A vibrant promotional image for D23’s A Goofy Movie Throwback Premiere event. Characters from A Goofy Movie— Goofy, Max, Powerline, and Bigfoot— occupy corners in geometric cutouts in green, neon pink, purple, and red, respectively. Text occupies the middle of the image. On the topic, a small Summer 2025 D23 On the Open Road logo, with a handwritten “open” and a carat between “the” and “road”. In the image center the large title card of A Goofy Movie, then “throwback premiere” in a comic-book style font on a yellow banner. The image evokes nostalgia and neon.

D23 Nights at Disney Springs: Throughout the week leading up to Destination D23 2025, D23 Members can visit Disney Springs for a variety of additional fun activities and offers! Stay tuned for more information at a later date.

A promotional image for D23 Nights at Disney Springs. The background is filled with soft purples and oranges, with large arcs and graphics of clouds evoking a sunrise. Text occupies the middle of the screen, with “D23 Nights” in a bold yellow font on the top, “At” in the center in a purple-orange starburst, and the large logo for Disney Springs on the bottom.

Also, stay tuned for more details about a spooktacular event happening the evening of August 29!  It’s sure to be a wicked good time!

DETAILS:

All Destination D23 2025 event guests will receive access to the following D23-exclusive experiences:

  • Access to photo opportunities, gift bag pick-up, exhibits and shopping starting Friday, August 29, 2025, including:
    • D23 Member-exclusive The Walt Disney Company Store pop-up shop
    • D23 Member-exclusive Mickey’s of Glendale pop-up shop
    • D23 Member-exclusive Disney Studio Store Hollywood pop-up shop
    • D23 Member-exclusive Ink & Paint Marketplace
    • A special exhibit from the Walt Disney Archives
  • Guaranteed General seats at all Destination D23 2025 panels and presentations on Saturday, August 30, and Sunday, August 31, 2025
  • Access to D23 Kuzcotopia Night at Typhoon Lagoon on Saturday, August 30
  • Commemorative gifts, including a Lug bag, event-exclusive pin, lanyard, credential, and shopping bag created exclusively for the event

In addition, a limited number of Premier and Preferred seating tickets will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. These tickets will include dedicated queues for reserved seating areas.

A seating chart graphic for Destination D23. On the top is rectangular graphics representing the main stage and two smaller side stages on left and right. Most of the image is taken up by a map of the seating area, which is primarily general seating section in an rectangular orange area. In the center is a preferred seating section in a purple square, and the top of the orange rectangle is the premiere seating section in a wide teal rectangle closest to the stage. The background of the graphic is dark blue-teal with wave and cloud graphics.

SEATING ADVISORY: Please note that some seating may have partially obstructed views of the stage due to structural columns within the room. Please reference the seating chart for structural column locations. Projection screens will be available to ensure all guests can enjoy a clear view of the performance.

TICKETING INFORMATION

Tickets for Destination D23 will go on sale exclusively to D23 Gold Members on April 14 starting at 10 a.m. PDT / 1 p.m. EDT. General admission tickets are available for $299. In addition, a limited number of Preferred ($549) and Premier ($799) seating tickets will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. These tickets will include dedicated queues for reserved seating areas. D23 Gold Members may reserve a ticket for themselves and one (1) guest for General, Preferred, or Premier seating.

Filming or Photography Guidelines

Photography, video or audio recording will be permitted during most panels throughout the weekend, unless specified prior to the start of the session.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

  • D23 Gold Members may reserve a ticket for themselves and one (1) guest for General, Preferred, or Premier seating.
  • D23 Gold Members must be logged into their active D23 Gold Membership account at the time of ticket purchase to complete their reservation.
  • Each adult ticket must be assigned to a unique individual name and a valid, unique email address at the time of purchase if you would like to participate in shopping experiences.
    • Duplicate names or email addresses will not be accepted for multiple ticket purchases.
    • If the ticket is for a minor, please enter the email address of the D23 Gold Member.
  • Any adult ticket purchased without a unique name and valid email address at the time of purchase will be deemed ineligible for ALL shopping experience reservations:
    • Participation in the Random Selection Process (RSP) for The Walt Disney Company Store, Mickey’s of Glendale, and the Disney Studio Store Hollywood
  • All event guests under age 18 must have a valid event ticket and be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian to attend this D23 event. Children under three (3) years of age receive complimentary admission to Destination D23.
  • D23 Gold Members attending must bring their photo ID, Gold Membership Card and event tickets or they will not be admitted to the event. Membership card may be a physical card or a digital membership card found in the Disney D23 app.
  • Photography, video or audio recording will be permitted during most panels throughout the weekend, unless specified prior to the start of the session.
  • All ticket holders for this event agree to comply with the latest guidelines put forth by the Walt Disney World Resort. Find the latest guidelines here.
  • Event guests who are not staying at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort during the event may be required to park off-site to be shuttled to the venue. Parking information for event guests will be released at a later date.
  • There may be reduced rate hotel rooms available for event guests at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort.  Link to book a hotel room will be distributed within the confirmation email for event ticket purchases. Cost of the hotel stay is not included in the event ticket pricing; reduced rates are not guaranteed and are based on hotel availability. A Disney Resort stay is NOT required to purchase tickets to Destination D23 2025.
  • Meals are not included as part of the event. Meals will be available for purchase at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort. More details will follow for amenity services.
  • All ticket holders for this event agree to comply with the latest health and safety guidelines put forth by the Walt Disney World Resort.  Find the latest guidelines at Know Before You Go.

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: Disney Worldwide Services, Inc., and its parent, affiliated, and subsidiary companies (collectively, “Disney”), vendors, contractors, agents and/or assigns (collectively with Disney, “Producer”), and/or its licensees, sponsors, exhibitors (together, “Designees”) may be taking photos, filming and/or making other recordings at the Destination D23 2025 (“Event”) locations (including, but not limited to, the Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort and/or Walt Disney World Resort). By entering these locations, for yourself and on behalf of any children accompanying you, you: (i) irrevocably consent to and authorize Producer and Designees 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; (ii) acknowledge all such photographs and/or recordings will be the sole property of Disney and/or Designees; and (iii) assume all risks and danger of personal injury (including death), property loss or damage, and all other hazards arising from or related or incidental to the event, whether occurring prior to, during, or after the event, and release Disney from any liability for loss or damage to persons or property, infringement of any right or any other claim or course of action of any kind.

MORE TERMS AND CONDITIONS AND IMPORTANT INFORMATION CONCERNING THE EVENT CAN BE FOUND AT http://d23.com/destinationd23/terms.