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D23 Unveils Expanded Lineup, Largest Show Floor and New Theme‑Park Auction for August Event

The additions show Disney is using D23 to deepen fan engagement through immersive experiences and by offering verified park artifacts for sale.

Overview

  • D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event will run August 14–16, 2026, in Anaheim and organizers released an expanded afternoon schedule and detailed show‑floor plans in announcements made June 29–30.
  • The show floor will be the largest in D23 history with multi‑studio pavilions including the Disney+ Hulu Experience, Marvel Studios’ TVA activation, a Lucasfilm pavilion, and joint Pixar/Walt Disney Animation showcases.
  • New live programming confirmed includes the Disney Rewind concert (Aug. 14, encore Aug. 15) featuring Broadway and Disney performers and a one‑man Alan Menken concert on Aug. 16.
  • On Sunday, Aug. 16 The Walt Disney Company will host the Disney Experiences Auction, led by Bret Iwan, offering verified theme‑park relics for live and online bidding while Disney has not yet published full catalog or remote‑bidding mechanics.
  • Competitive and community programming expands with Ravensburger’s Disney Lorcana announcements, speed‑puzzling events, and the first Disney Lorcana Challenge Championship Qualifier, and limited ticket types including Afternoon Only Fan Passes remain available.