Triptych image of two D23 Event Graphics listed side by side. The graphic on the right is an illustration of Tiana’s Palace in the orange and gold style of the “Almost There” sequence in the film: Patrons and restaurant employees are enjoying dinner, all with big smiles: A chef cooking eggs, a waiter holding bottles of wine on a tray, and two guests sitting at tables, one with a menu. There is an invitation to the right side depicting the event name “D23. Disney. The Princess and the Frog ‑15th Anniversary Screening at Disney Springs.” The graphic on the left is depicting event name in gold and shades of green: “D23 Gold Member Celebration. Tiana’s Bayou Adventure at Magic Kingdom.” Tiana is wearing a yellow blouse, maroon scarf, and green-gray pants, looking straight forward, smiling with her arms casually crossed, standing at left of the image next to the name of the event against a background of gilded art-deco style patterns with gold and plush green. Both images are surrounded by a gilded gold frame with the date of these events “June 22, 2024” listed on top of them.

D23 Events Celebrating The Princess and the Frog – On the Menu at Walt Disney World Resort!

By the D23 Team

We’ve climbed the mountain; we’ve crossed the river… and we’re almost there! Wouldn’t you know it, D23: The Official Disney Fan Club has dug just a little deeper, and we’re thrilled to share two exciting D23 events set to celebrate the rich legacy and poised future of a story that has captured the hearts of fans worldwide - The Princess and the Frog!

This summer, we’re taking our recipes to Walt Disney World, where we’ll be cooking up a pair of exceptional experiences custom-made for D23 Members! Mark your calendars for a day of flavorful fun unlike any other – June 22, 2024!

Graphic with an illustration of Tiana’s Palace in the orange and gold style of the “Almost There” sequence in the film: Patrons and restaurant employees are enjoying dinner, all with big smiles: A chef cooking eggs, a waiter holding bottles of wine on a tray, and two guests sitting at tables, one with a menu. There is an invitation to the right side depicting the event name “D23. Disney. The Princess and the Frog - 15th Anniversary Screening at Disney Springs.”

D23 The Princess and the Frog 15th Anniversary Screening at Disney Springs

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First up on the menu, D23 General and Gold Members are invited to celebrate a milestone 15th anniversary with D23: The Official Disney Fan Club as we take fans back to the magic of New Orleans and the bayou with a special theatrical screening celebration of Walt Disney Animation Studios’ The Princess and the Frog at Disney Springs.

Much like Ray and his firefly family, we are flitting about with anticipation and aglow with joy! This film has inspired the world, and we’re especially excited to usher in the debut of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure with a screening of the first chapter in Tiana’s story that boasts a legacy like no other. Check out what to expect for this screening spectacular:

  • Pre-Screening Presentation: Kicking off this screening, D23 Members can enjoy a custom curated presentation, setting the stage for a very special anniversary experience!
  • Firefly-Featured Glow Pin: Featuring Ray gazing up at his lovely Evangeline, we’re thrilled to celebrate 15 Years of firefly love with a D23-Exclusive Keepsake! Fans at this event can mark this feature-film anniversary with an adorable pin, complete with glow-in-the-dark elements on Ray and Evangeline, as their gift from this screening event.
  • Tasty Treat from Gideon’s Bakehouse™: Jazzing up this screening experience even more, prepare your palates for a sensational sweet treat from fan-favorite Gideon’s Bakehouse™! Created exclusively for D23 Members in attendance at this anniversary screening, this Mardi Gras-Inspired Cookie features vanilla sugar cookie dough, festively decorated with purple, green, and gold sugar crystals, and filled with a delicious cinnamon pecan strudel.
  • A Drink on the House: Pair your cookie up with a soft drink or water from AMC’s concession stand with a soda or water voucher, effectively refreshing you for an enchanting screening experience!

We love this film as much as we love a piping plate of Tiana’s man-catchin’ beignets, and we’re so excited to celebrate this anniversary with the greatest fans this side of the bayou! Tickets are on sale May 16, 2024, at 11 a.m. PT, with this special celebration happening Saturday, June 22, 2024. Learn more about this event exclusive to both D23 General and Gold Members here. Please note this movie screening is an individually ticketed event and does not grant admission to “D23 Gold Member Celebration – Tiana’s Bayou Adventure at Magic Kingdom Park.”

Image depicting event name in gold and shades of green: “D23 Gold Member Celebration. Tiana’s Bayou Adventure at Magic Kingdom.” Tiana is wearing a yellow blouse, maroon scarf, and green-gray pants, looking straight forward, smiling with her arms casually crossed, standing at left of the image next to the name of the event against a background of gilded art-deco style patterns with gold and plush green.

D23 Gold Member Celebration – Tiana’s Bayou Adventure at Magic Kingdom Park

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Next up, Tiana’s Foods and D23: The Official Disney Fan Club extend a warm New Orleans invitation to D23 Gold Members, where they will be among the very first to experience Tiana’s Bayou Adventure at Magic Kingdom Park!

D23 Gold Members will be able to enjoy the attraction before it opens to the public, celebrating this exciting new adventure with a beautiful evening on the bayou! In case you’re wondering just what might be on the menu for this swampland celebration, here’s a look at we have cooking:

  • Festive Fun at Magic Kingdom Park: D23 Gold members will have access to Magic Kingdom Park during the event hours and will be able to experience the attraction as many times as they wish. (Check-in for this event begins at 5:00 p.m. ET at the Ticket and Transportation Center.) Members are invited to mingle and make some new friends with fellow guests as they snack on some tasty refreshments. After all, we’re on this earth to have some fun!
  • Musical Magic with Live Jazz Performances: While y’all are welcome to make a splash on this adventure again and again, we invite guests of this celebration to take in the enchanting evening ambiance of the bayou all while enjoying live jazz performances! We took Tiana’s advice and made sure to book a band before the festivities got into full swing. It’s time to dust off those dancing shoes!
  • Lively Lagniappe with D23 Gift: Guests in attendance will also receive a little “lagniappe,” (that’s how they say “a little something extra” in New Orleans!) with a D23-exclusive Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Commemorative Pin. We’re positive it’s going to bring your collection to a tantalizing simmer!

It’s sure to be a night full of heart and soul, made even more flavorful by the spice of life! Tickets go on sale Thursday, May 16, 2024, at 10 a.m. PT, with this sensational celebration happening on Saturday, June 22, 2024.  Learn more about this D23 Gold Member Exclusive event here. Please note this event is an individually ticketed event and does not grant admission to “D23 The Princess and the Frog 15thAnniversary Screening at Disney Springs.”

We hope you’re ready for a day of Mardi Gras magic with D23: The Official Disney Fan Club! You won’t find bigger fans of Tiana… other than Louis of course. It’s incredible to think of how far this story has come in the last 15 years, becoming an instant classic with generations of fans.  June 22, 2024, is going to be a day for the ages, and it’s our pleasure to savor these two special celebrations with fans like you! See y’all this summer on the bayou at Walt Disney World Resort!