Summer is almost here, and D23 has announced a full lineup of exciting events and offerings for its members. This includes anniversary celebrations, deep dives into Disney magic, and even more experiences added during Destination D23 weekend. D23 announced today that D23 Members will have the option to experience separately ticketed events during Destination D23: A Journey Around the Worlds of Disney.
- D23 On The Road: A Goofy Movie Throwback Premiere: On Thursday, August 28, get ready to relive the road trip of a lifetime with a screening of the cult classic A Goofy Movie (1995) at the AMC Disney Springs in Orlando, Florida – the very same theater the film premiered at 30 years ago. The final stop of the D23 On The Road summer series, this event will feature a red carpet walk-through experience before the show as well as a few surprise guests. Tickets go on sale on Friday, May 9 at 10 a.m. PT.
- D23 Kuzcotopia Night at Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon*: On Saturday, August 30, D23 Gold Members wanting to take part in this Destination D23 after-hours event have the opportunity to join the celebration of 25 years of The Emperor’s New Groove (2000), full of photo opportunities, special entertainment, and themed activities. Tickets for this separately ticketed event go on sale on Tuesday, May 13 at 10 a.m. PT.
- Shopping Spree at Destination D23*: D23 Gold Members will have the chance to participate in the special shopping experiences available at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort during Destination D23 on Saturday, August 30, or Sunday, August 31. The D23 Shopping Spree gives fans access to exclusive merchandise at Mickey’s of Glendale, Ink and Paint Marketplace, The Walt Disney Company Store, and The Disney Studio Store Hollywood. Tickets go on sale on Wednesday, May 14 at 10 a.m. PT.
*Note: This experience is included with Destination D23 2025 tickets. Guests not attending may purchase this separate ticket. Limited tickets available.
Additional D23 event offerings throughout the summer include:
- On Thursday, May 29, D23 Gold Members are invited to a virtual show in the D23 Gold Theater. “Magic After Dark: The Story of Disney’s Nighttime Spectaculars” will look back at the fan-favorite “Magic After Dark” panel from D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event and explore new shows bringing the night to life this summer at Disneyland® Resort and Walt Disney World® Resort.
- D23 Gold Members are invited to celebrate 20 years of friendship in the D23 Gold Theater with Duffy and Friends on Thursday, June 26 with the broadcast of a recent presentation that took place at the historic Grand Central Air Terminal in Glendale, CA. Born from an original story at Walt Disney Imagineering, Duffy and Friends have brought years of happiness and warm-hearted storytelling to Disney Parks around the world for fans to enjoy.
- The D23 Spotlight Series is returning in June to both coasts, with the Walt Disney Archives’ 55th Anniversary Celebration. Dive into the history of the Walt Disney Archives and discover how the group collaborates with teams across the company to safeguard and share thousands of treasures in their historical collections. More information will be released at a later date for this D23 Spotlight Series event in Glendale, CA (Sunday, June 1) and Orlando, FL (Sunday, June 22).
- Celebrate Walt Disney’s classic Cinderella (1950) with an enchanting 75th anniversary screening on the Walt Disney Studios Lot on Saturday, June 7. Hear from experts at the Walt Disney Studios Restoration and Film Archive on how they’ve preserved and restored this enchanting story. Following the film, guests are invited to shop at The Walt Disney Company Store and the Disney Studio Store. In addition to general admission, a limited number of VIP tickets will be available to D23 Gold Members, offering priority seating for the screening and an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of the Film Archives. Ticket information will be shared at a later date. Learn more about D23 Events.
- D23 On The Road: A Goofy Movie 30th Anniversary is a brand-new multicity touring series bringing this iconic film, along with a uniquely D23 experience, to more than 20 cities this summer. Tickets are still available for select cities.
- On Sunday, May 25, D23 is returning to Angel Stadium for D23 Day at Angel Stadium as the Los Angeles Angels take on the Miami Marlins. Guests purchasing a ticket to the game through the exclusive D23 ticket link will receive a commemorative Stitch-themed pin and water bottle, as well as gain access to D23-exclusive areas featuring special trivia, photo spots, and music. D23 Members can also enter the D23 Day at Angel Stadium Sweepstakes** for the chance to win four tickets to the game, as well as four $20 Fandango promo codes, each good towards a movie ticket to see Disney’s Lilo & Stitch in theaters; four Stitch beach towels; four Stitch beach bags; and four Stitch notebooks. Fans can enter once daily from now through May 15.
There will also be a new issue of the Disney twenty-three magazine arriving on May 20. It will have three collectible front covers showcasing three decades of storytelling from Pixar Animation Studios. The summer issue will be available digitally for all D23 Gold Members. It gives fans behind-the-scenes an exclusive sneak peek at upcoming Disney films, including Disney’s live-action Lilo & Stitch (May 23) and Pixar’s Elio (June 20). It will also feature retrospectives and interviews celebrating the 70th anniversary of Disneyland, the 70th anniversary of The Muppets, and the 30th anniversary of Toy Story.
About D23 Membership
D23 offers a free general membership as well as three Gold Membership plans for those who want to extend their fandom with exclusive events, offerings, and merchandise. Each Gold Membership plan includes an exclusive D23 Gold Membership Kit, complete with a membership certificate and card, a Savings Passport, collectible Stitch pin, Goofy and Max car magnet, and a special D23 Disney Lorcana trading card featuring Iago from the Disney classic Aladdin (1992). All of these benefits are available as part of the Gold Member Essential Plan offered at $49.99 per year. The Gold Member Choice Plan, offered at $99.99 per year, provides fans with everything in the Essential Plan, plus one of four new limited-edition, exclusive D23 Gold Member Premium Items to be selected by the Member. The Gold Complete Plan includes everything in the Essential Plan and all four D23 Gold Member Premium Items for the price of $299.99 per year.
Visit D23.com for more information about all these events, D23 Gold Membership plans, and even more magic to come throughout 2025.
**NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. A PURCHASE WILL NOT INCREASE YOUR CHANCES OF WINNING. Open only to legal residents of California, 18 years of age and older who are current D23 Members. Becoming a D23 General Member is free. Void where prohibited by law. Sweepstakes begins at 2:00 p.m. PT on 5/5/25 and ends at 8:59 p.m. PT on 5/15/25. Winner must attend the D23 Day at Angel Stadium game on 5/25/25. Travel and accommodations will not be provided. Subject to full Official Rules including prize and odds, available at http://d23.com/d23-day-at-angel-stadium-sweepstakes-2025-rules/ Sponsor: Disney Worldwide Services, Inc., dba D23 Worldwide, 500 S. Buena Vista Street, Burbank, CA 91521-8440.
