Inspired Disney Parks D23 Panel, Full Programming Lineup Announced

Key Points:

• D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event 2026 will be held August 14-16 in Anaheim, California, featuring showcases on Disney Entertainment, Disney Experiences, and the Disney Legends Awards, with Neil Patrick Harris hosting the Disney Parks panel.
• Highlights include the Disney Entertainment Showcase with celebrity appearances and exclusive previews, the Horizons: Disney Experiences Showcase hosted by Neil Patrick Harris, and the Disney Legends Awards Ceremony hosted by Ryan Seacrest honoring notable figures like Dwayne Johnson and Lin-Manuel Miranda.
• Additional programming spans five stages and includes a new Leslie Iwerks documentary, live podcast with the Jonas Brothers, Alan Menken concert, panels on The Simpsons, Percy Jackson, Bluey, Marvel, and Disney animation history, as well as interactive experiences like the Disney Experiences Auction and Disney costume contest.
• Reservations for select presentations open July 20-24 via a randomized system, with confirmed reservations emailed starting August 7; Honda Center shows require special passes and have no standby queues.
• The event also features the Spotlight Stage with panels, interviews, performances, and fan activities including trivia, sing-alongs, and creative workshops, making it the largest show floor in D23 event history.