D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event presented by Visa, returns to Southern California August 14, 15, and 16, 2026, with events at the Anaheim Convention Center and Honda Center. Disney has released dates and details for the 2026 ticketing process, so here’s what fans should expect.
On Sale Dates
Tickets will be released in three tiers, depending on which type of D23 Gold membership you hold:
- D23 Gold Charter Members get the first priority to purchase tickets during an exclusive 24-hour pre-sale window beginning Tuesday, March 31, at 10 a.m. PT / 1 p.m. ET.
- D23 Gold Members with Essential, Choice, and Complete plans can purchase tickets starting Thursday, April 2, at 10 a.m. PT / 1 p.m. ET.
- All other D23 Gold Members will be able to join the queue to purchase tickets starting at 12 p.m. PT / 3 p.m. ET on Thursday, April 2.
Each Gold Member may purchase tickets for themselves and up to five (5) guests (six [6] tickets total). Guests of D23 Gold Members do not need to be D23 Gold Members themselves to attend.
Ticket Options
There are more ticketing options than ever for the 2026 event, including a new $49 afternoon-only pass which grants admission to the Anaheim Convention Center. Along with the new, lower-cost option, it’s refreshing to see that prices for the other ticket tiers did not increase that much from the 2024 event, and some were unchanged. Disney also announced expanded hours for the exhibition floor at the Anaheim Convention Center, giving fans more time to explore all of the booths, exhibits and presentations.
Of course, for those who want the full VIP experience, the D23 Ultimate Preferred Fan Pass is available starting at $1299, which includes access to everything the event has to offer and preferred seating for all three nighttime events at the Honda Center.
- D23 Fan Pass (Anaheim Convention Center only), available for $49 (Afternoon Only), $99 (1‑Day), or $297 (3‑Day)
- D23 Ultimate Fan Pass, which includes access to both the Anaheim Convention Center and the Honda Center showcases, with pricing beginning at $99 for a 1‑Day and $297 for a 3‑Day package
- The D23 Ultimate Preferred Fan Pass delivers three days of floor seating at the Honda Center, three days of Anaheim Convention Center access, and exclusive Random Selection Process (RSP) opportunities for select limited-edition pins, with pricing ranging from $1,299 to $2,599 depending on location.
Note that each ticket is subject to a $11.25 service fee, and each transaction is subject to an additional $16 delivery fee.
The Honda Center will again be the home for all three events during D23: The Ultimate Fan Event. The schedule is as follows:
- Friday, August 14 – Disney Entertainment Showcase at 7:00 p.m.
- Saturday, August 15 – Disney Experiences Showcase at 7:00 p.m.
- Sunday, August 16 – Disney Legends Award Ceremony at 1:30 p.m.
For those who want to purchase tickets to events at the Honda Center, this seating chart shows your options. For seating options for guests with disabilities, we refer you to our guide to the 2024 event. We have reached out to D23 to learn if there are any changes to the offerings for 2026, and we will update the guide as we learn more.
New this year, Disney says that “D23 Gold Members who are unable to purchase tickets may join a limited-time waitlist after ticket sales close. Due to limited availability, tickets are not guaranteed.”
There is so much more to learn about the 2026 D23: The Ultimate Fan Event, and we’ll share additional details as we get them.
