Overview
- D23 announced a two-day Marceline Magic event on September 18–19, 2026 that will celebrate Walt Disney’s 125th birthday with guided, place-based experiences.
- Tickets are limited to D23 Gold Members and go on sale Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. PT / 1:00 p.m. ET with a price of $399 plus a $3 processing fee.
- The program begins with a Sweets & Sips welcome reception in Chillicothe on September 18 and continues on September 19 with transportation to Marceline for visits to 25 Walt-connected sites.
- Attendees will collect one piece of a 25-part commemorative souvenir at each stop, enjoy special activities such as a Pancake Race and a one-day USPS postal cancellation, and finish at the Walt Disney Family Farm with a Bill Farmer-hosted evening and fireworks.
- The event ties into local milestones including the Walt Disney Hometown Museum’s 25th anniversary and is designed to boost small-town tourism while offering D23 members a limited, heritage-focused fan experience.