Disney has released more details and ticketing information for Destination D23 2025, the largest official Disney fan event of the year.
The event will take place August 29–31, 2025 at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort at Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida. Tickets go on sale to D23 Gold Members on April 14 at 1 p.m. ET / 10 a.m. PT.
Ticketing Information
- General, Preferred, and Premier seating options will be available.
- D23 Gold Members may purchase up to two tickets per transaction.
- Each ticket must be assigned to a unique name and email address at time of purchase to participate in shopping opportunities.
- All attendees must be D23 Gold Members or guests of a member and bring a valid ID and membership card (physical or digital).
All attendees will receive:
- Access to all presentations on August 30 and 31
- Admission to Kuzcotopia Night at Typhoon Lagoon on August 30
- Early access to shopping and exhibits on August 29
- A commemorative gift package including a Lug bag, exclusive pin, lanyard, and shopping tote
Destination D23 2025 Ticket Pricing
Tickets for Destination D23 2025 go on sale April 14 at 1 p.m. ET / 10 a.m. PT, exclusively for D23 Gold Members. Three seating tiers are available, each offering access to the full weekend of presentations, shopping, and exclusive experiences.
General Seating – $299 (+$7 processing fee)
Includes:
- Photo opportunities
- Gift bag pick-up
- Access to exhibits
- Exclusive shopping
- Guaranteed seating
- Admission to Kuzcotopia Night at Typhoon Lagoon (August 30)
- Commemorative gifts
Preferred Seating – $549 (+$7 processing fee)
Includes everything in General Seating, plus:
- Dedicated queue for a reserved seating area
- Limited availability
Premier Seating – $799 (+$7 processing fee)
Includes everything in Preferred Seating, with priority access:
- Premier reserved seating area near the stage
- Limited availability
Additional Fees
A $14 order fee applies per transaction (tax not included in ticket prices).
Ticket Limits
D23 Gold Members can reserve tickets for themselves and one guest per order. Each adult ticket must be assigned a unique name and email address at purchase to be eligible for shopping reservations and exclusive merchandise access.
Children under age 3 receive complimentary admission when accompanied by a ticketed adult.
Presentations and Experiences
Destination D23: A Journey Around the Worlds of Disney – Presented by Lug
- Panels from Disney Imagineers, filmmakers, historians, and cast members
- A look at upcoming projects from Walt Disney Studios
- A special 80th anniversary spotlight on The Three Caballeros
- Behind-the-scenes stories from the Walt Disney Archives
- An exhibit titled Charting the Course, exploring global influences on Disney storytelling through artifacts, concept art, and models
Evening and Bonus Events
- D23 Kuzcotopia Night at Typhoon Lagoon (Aug 30): After-hours water park event themed to The Emperor’s New Groove, featuring entertainment, snacks, and photo ops.
- Disney ’80s–’90s Celebration in Concert: A live music event presented by Disney+, featuring songs from A Goofy Movie, Hercules, The Lion King, Toy Story, Mulan, and more.
- A Goofy Movie Throwback Premiere (Aug 28): A separately ticketed screening at Disney Springs marking the film’s 30th anniversary.
- D23 Nights at Disney Springs: Special offerings and activities throughout the week for D23 Members.
Shopping Opportunities
Four shopping experiences will be offered exclusively to ticketed D23 Gold Members:
- The Walt Disney Company Store (East Coast pop-up)
- Mickey’s of Glendale (Walt Disney Imagineering merchandise)
- Disney Studio Store Hollywood (first-time Florida appearance)
- Ink & Paint Marketplace (featuring vendors including Lug)
Shopping access will use a reservation system, with limited-edition items distributed via a Random Selection Process (RSP). Guests who miss out on event tickets may still have a chance to purchase tickets for select shopping windows and Kuzcotopia Night later.
What Was Announced at the Last Destination D23
Destination D23 2023 included major announcements such as a reimagined Test Track at EPCOT, early plans for Encanto- and Indiana Jones-themed additions to Animal Kingdom, and future expansion beyond Big Thunder Mountain at Magic Kingdom. Many fans expect 2025 to provide updates on those projects—and potentially new announcements.
For D23 Gold Members interested in attending, April 14 will be the first opportunity to secure access to this expanded fan event.
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