D23 Gold Member Discount & Experience Offer at The Anaheim Hotel

The Anaheim Hotel and D23 invite D23 Gold Members to an exclusive hotel experience that puts you directly across the street from the Disneyland Resort—only an eight-minute walk from hotel to main gate!

D23 Gold Members will receive a 15% discount on direct bookings with an members-only welcome gift; two breakfast vouchers redeemable at The Pizza Press to use during your stay; and a 23% discount off food and beverage orders at The Pizza Press, Front Room Lounge, and Poolside Dining... a true VIP experience awaits you!

Awarded “Best of the Best” by TripAdvisor for two consecutive years, The Anaheim Hotel is one of the world’s top family-friendly hotels—with the largest swimming pool in the Anaheim resort area, and multiple on-site games and activities. 

Experience Includes:

  • D23 Welcome gift will include membership into The Anabella Club*
  • Two breakfast vouchers from The Pizza Press
  • 23% discount at The Pizza Press, Front Room Lounge, and Poolside Dining

*The Anabella Club is the guest loyalty program at The Anaheim Hotel. There’s no charge to join and members enjoy the following benefits:

  • One complimentary night* given after six room nights stayed 
  • Two complimentary water bottles provided for every stay 
  • Enhanced Room Upgrade (based on availability)
  • Member-Exclusive Collectible Gift on their 50th Stay (gift subject to change)

This offer does not apply to any stay booked between August 4 – 13, 2024. Offer and welcome gift is valid through December 31, 2024; blackout dates and restrictions applicable based upon availability; tax is additional. Cannot be combined or stacked with any other special offers, deals, or discounts. Travel must be completed by December 31, 2024. Proof of D23 Membership must be presented at check in. Membership card may be a physical card or a digital membership card found in the D23 App.

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Everything New Coming to Disney+ in March 2024

By Cecilia Sarantopoulous

March on Disney+ is shaping up to be an extraordinary lineup of classic favorites and fresh releases, catering to fans of every age and interest. Whether you’re a dedicated Swiftie, a fervent Marvel enthusiast, or both, get ready for an exciting month of entertainment.

A poster for Taylor Swift's new concert film featuring the text: "Includes Cardigan and four additional acoustic songs, Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour (Taylor's Version), March 15, and Disney+." Swift is wearing a bejeweled bodysuit, mesh tights, and thigh-high sparkling silver boots while holding a microphone. 

Kicking off the month is Queens, a new nature docuseries from National Geographic. Guided by award-winning actress Angela Bassett, the first season showcases the wildest places on the planet that have always been home to powerful leaders. All episodes will be streaming on Tuesday, March 5.

Next up, Star Wars: The Bad Batch has returned for its highly anticipated third season, chronicling Clone Force 99’s struggle for survival in the wake of the Empire’s ascension. The saga unfolds with the debut of Episode 305, “The Return,” on March 6, followed by weekly releases throughout the month.

Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour (Taylor’s Version) will make its streaming debut on Friday, March 15, exclusively on Disney+. The concert film in its entirety for the first time includes the song “cardigan” and four additional acoustic songs.

Marvel fans, mark your calendars as X-Men ’97 makes its grand premiere on Wednesday, March 20, transporting audiences back to the beloved era of the 1990s. Join the iconic X-Men as they confront unprecedented challenges and navigate an uncertain future, all while striving to safeguard a world that fears and mistrusts them.

Finally, on Friday, March 29, prepare to be moved by Madu, the poignant tale of 12-year-old Anthony Madu’s extraordinary journey from his Nigerian homeland to one of the world’s most esteemed ballet academies in England. Madu promises to inspire audiences with its universal themes of ambition and resilience.

Two lionesses and a cub are affectionately touching. The background depicts a grassy natural environment.

All titles coming to Disney+ in March are listed below:

Friday, March 1
Morbius (2022)

Tuesday, March 5
Queens (All Episodes Streaming)

Wednesday, March 6
Kiff (Season 1, 4 Episodes)
Life Below Zero (Season 7, 10 Episodes)
Star Wars: The Bad Batch (Season 3, Episode 305 “The Return”)

Friday, March 8
Cinderella (2015)

Saturday, March 9
NHL Big City Greens Classic (Livestream at 12:00 p.m. PT/ 3:00 p.m. ET)

Wednesday, March 13
Morphle (Shorts) (Season 1, 14 Episodes)
Star Wars: The Bad Batch (Season 3, Episode 306 “Infiltration,” Episode 307 “Extraction”)

Friday, March 15
Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour (Taylor’s Version)

Tuesday, March 19
Photographer

Wednesday, March 20
Life Below Zero (Season 22, 9 Episodes)
Morphle and the Magic Pets (Season 1, 18 Episodes)
X-Men ’97 (Premiere)
Star Wars: The Bad Batch (Season 3, Episode 308 “Bad Territory”)

Wednesday, March 27
Life Below Zero: Next Generation (Season 7, 7 Episodes)
Random Rings (Shorts, Season 3, 6 Episodes)
X-Men ’97 (New Episode)
Star Wars: The Bad Batch (Season 3, Episode 309 “The Harbinger”)

Friday, March 29
Madu (Premiere)
Renegade Nell (Premiere, All Episodes Streaming)

National Geographic’s New Documentary Film The Space Race Tells the Little-Known Stories of Black Astronauts

By Cecilia Sarantopoulos

In The Space Race, Emmy Award winning Producer & Director Diego Hurtado de Mendoza and Academy Award® nominated and Emmy-winning Producer & Director Lisa Cortés shed light on the journey of the Black astronauts who confronted social injustice to pursue their dreams in space.

Now available on Disney+ and Hulu, the National Geographic Documentary Film offers a compelling narrative that explores the triumphs and challenges faced by African Americans at NASA, intertwining their struggles with significant historical events from 1963 to 2020.

Featuring NASA’s Leland Melvin, Guion Bluford, Ed Dwight, and Charles Bolden, and more, The Space Race gives audiences unprecedented access to archival footage and personal accounts—highlighting how these astronauts’ contributions left an indelible mark on space exploration and inspired generations to reach for the stars.

Former test pilot Ed Dwight sits down for an interview about National Geographic’s The Space Race. He is wearing a black crewneck sweater and black pants. While speaking to a filming camera, a microphone hovers above him. The background features tools hanging from wooden shelves.

Dwight, the first African American to have entered the Air Force training program from which NASA selected astronauts, initially dismissed the opportunity to join it—thinking “it was a joke,” as he recently recalled during a panel at the 2024 Winter Television Critics Association press event. Though Dwight’s initial instinct was that he would never be “allowed to be part of this club,” his mother’s encouragement was just the push he needed to join the program.

One of Dwight’s greatest challenges was reconciling with the necessity of “politics” to navigate such an environment: “I had everything I needed except for the politics of it all,” he remarked. President John F. Kennedy personally selected Dwight to be the first Black astronaut to journey into space—but following Kennedy’s assassination, Dwight lost the backing he had for the mission.

Despite contending with the political dynamics inherent in such environments, Dwight recognizes the significance of his role in initiating discussions about racial representation. When questioned about potential disappointment stemming from being denied the opportunity to travel into space due to racial tensions, Dwight reflects that his time in the White House and interactions with numerous esteemed individuals left him feeling more appreciative than resentful.

“My role was to open up this conversation,” he said. “If I had gone into space and, for some reason, failed, then I would have prevented all the efforts after me and the groups that came after me that did incredible things. I’m so grateful to have been a part of this at all.”

In an image from National Geographic Documentary Films’ The Space Race, astronaut Charlie Bolden is seen on the shuttle Columbia. He is wearing a blue jumpsuit with the American flag sown on his left shoulder and a white helmet that reads “NASA” with red letters. When the panel touched on legacy and opening doors, astronaut Victor Glover—also seen in the film—said that while he’s “grateful to be serving my country and profession, it is sad that it is 2024 and I am the first Black person going to the moon” during NASA’s planned Artemis II mission. Glover also emphasized the importance of having a second and a third person already in place to continue the legacy of “firsts.”

On the topic of “firsts,” director Cortés added, “Everyone in this community looks back to Ed and to the path he opened for a story that continues today. I love that our film is a connection between the past and the present. Ed and his indomitable spirit provide the receipts of a story and the narratives that were almost omitted.”

Former test pilot Ed Dwight smiling during an interview.  He is wearing a black crewneck, a gold necklace, and black pants.

The Space Race is not just a documentary—but a tribute to the resilience, perseverance, and ingenuity of Black astronauts who defied the odds to pursue their dreams and push the boundaries of human achievement.

Marvel Drops Official Trailer for X-Men ’97 Debuting March 20 on Disney+

By Cecilia Sarantopoulos

Marvel Studios has unveiled the long-awaited trailer for X-Men '97, a continuation of the beloved X-Men: The Animated Series. Scheduled to debut on Disney+ on Wednesday, March 20, the series features 10 episodes and promises to transport viewers back to a time when mutants ruled the airwaves.

Set in the iconic era of the 1990s, X-Men ’97 reintroduces us to the familiar band of mutants, led by Cyclops, Jean Grey, Wolverine, and others, as they navigate a world that fears and despises them. This time, they’re up against challenges more daunting than ever before, thrust into a dangerous and unpredictable future.

A wooden bookshelf features nine books with an X-Men character on the book’s top spine. Collectively, the spines spell out the phrase “MARVEL ANIMATION X-MEN.” The characters, from left to right, include Jubilee, Gambit, Rogue, Beast, Cyclops, Storm, Jean Grey, Wolverine, and Bishop. At the top of the image, text reads “New Episodes. New Era,” while at the bottom, text announces “March 20 Disney+.”

The voice cast boasts an impressive lineup, including Ray Chase as Cyclops, Jennifer Hale as Jean Grey, and Cal Dodd reprising his role as Wolverine, alongside other talented actors stepping into the iconic roles. Behind the scenes, Beau DeMayo takes the helm as head writer, ensuring that the spirit of the original series remains intact while offering fresh, exciting storylines for both longtime fans and newcomers alike.

From left to right: Jubilee, Morph, Wolverine, Storm, Cyclops, Rogue, Jean Grey, Gambit, Bishop, and Beast are depicted in a ready-to-attack stance, having just entered through a large wooden door in a scene from X-Men ’97. Each character is in sports attire.

With episodes directed by Jake Castorena, Chase Conley, and Emi Yonemura, and featuring music by The Newton Brothers, X-Men ’97 is set to capture the hearts of fans once again. The series is executive produced by Brad Winderbaum, Kevin Feige, Louis D’Esposito, Victoria Alonso, and Beau DeMayo.

D23 Kicks off Its 15th Year of Fandom with Even More Magic and Appreciation for D23 Members

By the D23 Team

In celebration of our 15th anniversary, D23 is bringing even more Disney magic in 2024 with a new issue of Disney twenty-three, a slate of uniquely Disney events, a special Member Appreciation Month, and a spellbinding Gold Member Collector Set.

The front and back cover of the Spring 2024 issue of Disney twenty-three. On the left of the image is the back cover, depicting the World of Frozen at Hong Kong Disneyland, with the land’s logo superimposed over the sky. On the right hand side is the issue’s cover, showcasing Zootopia Land at Hong Kong Disneyland, with the land’s logo superimposed over the right corner of the image. At the top of the image in white is the logo for Disney twenty-three.

DISNEY TWENTY-THREE SPRING 2024 ISSUE
Inside the Disney twenty-three Spring 2024 issue, readers can enjoy exclusive content including behind-the-scenes looks at the creation of both the new and immersive Zootopia land at Shanghai Disney Resort and World of Frozen at Hong Kong Disneyland Resort. Additionally, readers will get a first-ever comprehensive look back with the Walt Disney Archives at the beautiful storybooks created for the opening sequences of classic films such as Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs (1937), 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea (1954), The Sword in the Stone (1963), as well as more recent stories such as Enchanted (2007) and Wish (2023). Plus, the 30thanniversary of Disney on Broadway takes to the stage with intimate, first-person stories from Broadway magic makers including Susan Egan (the original Broadway Belle), Ashley Brown (the original Broadway Mary Poppins), James Monroe Iglehart (the original Broadway Genie), and many more.

Disney twenty-three is delivered directly to fans’ doorsteps and is included as a benefit of their D23 Gold Membership. The latest issue will begin arriving by the end of February. Plus, as a special gift to D23 Gold Members and D23 Charter Members, the Disney twenty-three Spring 2024 issue will include a magnet celebrating the official fan club’s 15th anniversary.

D23 15th ANNIVERSARY EVENT
On March 10, 2024, D23 is commemorating 15 years of fandom, fun, and favorite memories with a special Gold Member-exclusive event at The Most Magical Place on Earth: Walt Disney World® Resort! The event will include exclusive access to Splitsville Luxury Lanes, where guests can enjoy entertainment and games, festive food, photo spots, and specialty merchandise. For availability and tickets, visit the event page here.

D23 DOWN IN NEW ORLEANS
To celebrate the 15th anniversary of the beloved Walt Disney Animation Studios film The Princess and the Frog (2009), D23 is inviting members to reexperience the story with a Big Easy theatrical screening of the beloved film and a D23 “Dreams Do Come True” Grand Finale event at The New Orleans Jazz Museum featuring an exclusive reception, themed photo opportunities, live jazz performances, and a commemorative gift. For availability and tickets, visit the event page here.

D23: THE ULTIMATE DISNEY FAN EVENT
Join D23 and the entire Disney family in Anaheim, California, for a one-of-a-kind fan experience that will bring together the best of Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, and more! Tickets for the event will go on sale beginning March 26. For more information, visit UltimateFanEvent.D23.com. Highlights of the event include:

  • Sunday, August 4: D23 Day at Angel Stadium
  • Thursday, August 8: D23 kickoff celebration at Disneyland® Resort
  • Friday, August 9 – Sunday, August 11: Enjoy exclusive shopping, exhibits, panels, and presentations at the Anaheim Convention Center, along with marquee shows every evening at the Honda Center.

THE WALT DISNEY STUDIOS OFFICIAL TOUR – PRESENTED BY D23
D23 welcomes guests to The Walt Disney Studios Lot, giving members the opportunity to visit the world-famous studio in Burbank, California. These tours offer fans a unique perspective on historic moments from Disney films, television series, and theme parks—along with the chance to look inside the Walt Disney Archives and draw inspiration from Walt Disney’s office suite. For availability and tickets, visit the events page here.

SIGNATURE EVENTS
Throughout the year, D23 Members can look forward to exclusive events such as previews of upcoming traveling exhibitions around the world from the Walt Disney Archives. Members will get the opportunity to enjoy advance and opening night screenings of the latest Disney movies at locations across the country. Employee-exclusive merchandise stores, including The Walt Disney Company Store and Walt Disney Imagineering’s Mickey’s of Glendale, will open their doors to members for both online and in-person opportunities. Also, look out for the return of holiday magic at The Walt Disney Studios Lot. In November, fans will get the opportunity to enjoy a D23 experience like no other with a multi-day event coming to São Paulo, Brazil.

2024 GOLD MEMBER COLLECTOR SET THE D23 MAGIC & MYSTERY BOX
Celebrating the stories that foster classic Disney magic and paying tribute to magician kits of yesteryear, the D23 Magic & Mystery Box Collector Set boasts an illustrious lineup with a Sorcerer’s Apprentice Mickey Mouse collectible figurine, a mystery companion collectible figurine, a deck of playing cards, and a mystery pair of beautifully sculpted pins, as well as a Membership Card and Certificate—which will be available to all new and renewing D23 Gold Members in 2024! Delight in magical companions and enchanted objects from beloved Disney films including The Sword in the Stone (1963), The Little Mermaid (1989), Aladdin (1992), The Princess and the Frog (2009), Coco (2017), Encanto (2021), and more. The 2024 Gold Member Collector Set will begin shipping this spring.

D23 MEMBER APPRECIATION MONTH
Throughout March, D23: The Official Disney Fan Club will be celebrating its 15th anniversary as part of Member Appreciation Month. D23 will share exclusive offers, fun downloads to showcase the beloved fandoms of The Walt Disney Company, and a truly magical sweepstakes. D23 Gold Members will be able to flaunt their fandom with brand-new exclusive merchandise that features some fan-favorite characters. Member Appreciation Month announcements and details will be available right here on D23.com.

Ticketing information and more D23 events will be announced throughout the year. Full details on D23’s lineup of 2024 special events are available here. All events and dates are subject to change.

D23 Members Enjoy 20% off: Heroes & Villains: The Art of the Disney Costume Exhibition at The Birmingham Museum of Art

The Birmingham Museum of Art invites D23 Members to experience the magical Heroes & Villains: The Art of the Disney Costume exhibition at a discounted ticket price!

Enjoy a 20% discount on your ticket, allowing you to explore the craftsmanship and creativity behind some of Disney’s most beloved live-action heroes and villains.

This exhibition is a must-see for Disney enthusiasts, offering a rare glimpse into the artistry of costume design and the stories they bring to life.

About The Exhibit:
This exhibit, which guests were first able to experience at D23 Expo 2019, includes costumes from some of Hollywood’s preeminent designers, past and present—including Academy Award® winners Colleen Atwood and Sandy Powell, as well as Emmy® winner Ellen Mirojnick and Emmy® nominees Eduardo Castro and Penny Rose.

Visitors will experience Cinderella’s Workshop, a gallery featuring the beloved fairy-tale character’s dresses from her numerous Disney incarnations, including 1997’s Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella; 2014’s Into the Woods; the 2015 live-action reimagining of the animated masterpiece Cinderella; and the ABC hit series Once Upon a Time.

The main gallery will be divided into three sections: Disney Heroes, Disney Villains, and Spaces Between, reserved for the antiheroes whose fascinating journeys make them among Disney’s most complex characters.

Among the costumes included in the Disney Heroes section are Belle’s village dress from Beauty and the Beast: A 30th Celebration (2022) and her iconic yellow ballgown from 2017’s Beauty and the Beast; Giselle and Prince Edward’s costumes from 2007’s Enchanted; and two costumes from Mary Poppins Returns (2018) worn by Mary Poppins and Jack. Disney Villains ensembles include the trio of wonderfully wicked witches from 2022’s Hocus Pocus 2; the duo of dresses worn by the stepsisters in 2015’s Cinderella; and the dress worn by the incomparable Bette Davis in 1978’s Return from Witch Mountain. Spaces Between includes Maleficent’s gown from the 2014 film, as well as the Evil Queen and Captain Hook’s costumes from Once Upon a Time.

To redeem your offer online, please follow the instructions below:

Your tickets are good for the full hour window you select. You may arrive at any time during that hour. If you arrive outside of that time, you will be admitted as exhibition space allows. You are welcome to spend as much time in the exhibition as you like during your visit.

Please double check the date and time you have selected as ALL TICKET SALES ARE FINAL. THERE ARE NO REFUNDS OR EXCHANGES.

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D23 Gold Member Discount at Homewood Suites by Hilton Orlando Theme Parks, Orlando, Florida

Available Exclusively to Gold Members*

The Homewood Suites by Hilton Orlando Theme Parks is a Walt Disney World Good Neighbor® Hotel and centrally located to EVERYTHING Orlando has to offer! Unwind in our spacious suites with fully equipped kitchens. Enjoy our free daily hot breakfast, Evening Social, pool, and outdoor grills.

Our mission is guest satisfaction and environmental sustainability so that you and your pets can Travel with Purpose!

NOTE
Homewood Suites by Hilton Orlando Theme Parks (OTP):

18% Off Weekdays and Weekends *Legal/Disclaimers: Offer must fall within valid dates (if applicable) and is only valid through the stay window end date (if applicable). Tax is additional. Parking fees apply. Offer does not apply to groups of 10 or more rooms. Offer cannot be combined with any other promotions. Blackout dates may apply. Rates are per room, per night and based on availability at the time of booking.

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Enjoy exclusive discounts and access to special events and merch.
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D23 Gold Member Discount at Hilton Garden Inn Lake Buena Vista, Orlando, Florida

Available Exclusively to Gold Members*

The Hilton Garden Inn Lake Buena Vista is a Walt Disney World Good Neighbor® Hotel tucked away in a tropical setting, yet centrally located to everything Orlando has to offer! Fill your days with nearby shopping, dining, and entertainment with the Orange County Convention Center, Disney Springs, and O-Town West just minutes away. Our mission is guest satisfaction and environmental sustainability so that you—and your pets—can Travel with Purpose!

NOTE
Hilton Garden Inn Lake Buena Vista/Orlando (HGI):

18% Off Weekdays and Weekends. *Legal/Disclaimers: Offer must fall within valid dates (if applicable) and is only valid through the stay window end date (if applicable). Tax is additional. Parking fees apply. Offer does not apply to groups of 10 or more rooms. Offer cannot be combined with any other promotions. Blackout dates may apply. Rates are per room, per night, and based on availability at the time of booking.

D23 Gold Member Discount at Homewood Suites by Hilton Lake Buena Vista, Orlando, Florida

Available Exclusively to Gold Members*

The Homewood Suites by Hilton Lake Buena Vista is a Disney Good Neighbor Hotel and a 10-minute drive to Walt Disney World®. 

Find great bargains right across the highway at the Orlando Vineland Premium Outlets, with plenty of family-friendly restaurant options nearby. Enjoy free daily breakfast, Evening Social, Wi-Fi, and a full in-suite kitchen.

NOTE
Homewood Suites by Hilton Lake Buena Vista (HWS):

18% Off Weekdays and Weekends *Legal/Disclaimers: Offer must fall within valid dates (if applicable) and is only valid through the stay window end date (if applicable). Tax is additional. Parking fees apply. Offer does not apply to groups of 10 or more rooms. Offer cannot be combined with any other promotions. Blackout dates may apply. Rates are per room, per night and based on availability at the time of booking.

 

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Haven’t You Heard? Marvel Announces New Cast of The Fantastic Four!

By Cecilia Sarantopoulos

Marvel has set hearts racing with the announcement of the upcoming The Fantastic Four movie’s new cast. The studio chose Valentine’s Day to drop this bombshell on Instagram, capturing fans’ attention with an endearing graphic.

Leading the pack as Mr. Fantastic himself, the brilliant scientist Reed Richards, is none other than Pedro Pascal. Joining Pascal is Vanessa Kirby, who will be stepping into the shoes of the formidable Sue Storm, also known as the Invisible Woman. Rounding out the team is Joseph Quinn as the hot-headed Johnny Storm, aka the Human Torch, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach, who assumes the mantle of Ben Grimme, better known as The Thing.

With this stellar lineup, Marvel promises a fresh and invigorating take on one of its most beloved Super Hero teams. Fans have eagerly awaited news of the casting for The Fantastic Four, and the reveal has sparked widespread excitement and anticipation.

For more Marvel Cinematic Universe content, explore all the latest updates from around the Multiverse on D23: https://d23.com/marvel/