Destination D23 returns to the Walt Disney World Resort August 30 and August 31. D23 Gold Members who were unable to get tickets for the event are invited to join the Gold Theater Live from Destination D23 for two Virtual Gold Theater events on Saturday, August 30 and Sunday, August 31.
Some of the D23 Gold Theater presentations that will be livestreamed over the weekend include: updates from D23’s Michael Vargo; a special peek into Disney around the globe and Disney on Broadway; a look at Disney Channel and its history; and a glimpse into building Disney castles.
D23 Gold Members are invited you to join D23 for this special LIVE installment of the D23 Gold Theater from the Walt Disney World Resort and Destination D23. It will be available to watch by clicking HERE as it airs on Saturday, August 30, 2025, at 7:45am PT / 10:45am ET and on Sunday, August 31, 2025, at 11:00am PT / 2:00pm ET. Please note that there will be no encore showing — so be sure to tune in LIVE and enjoy the Gold Theater show!
On Saturday, August 30, from approximately 10:45am to 12pm ET, tune in for the following programming as D23 journeys around the worlds of Disney:
- 10:45am – 10:55am ET / 7:45am – 7:55am PT | Welcome Back with Michael Vargo
Michael Vargo, head of D23, shares some exciting news and updates about what Members can look forward to from D23: The Official Disney Fan Club.
- 10:55am – 11:05am ET / 7:55am – 8:05am PT | The Three Caballeros: From El Grupo to Goodwill Classics
Join the Walt Disney Archives for an 80th anniversary celebration of The Three Caballeros (1945)! Using the vibrant cultural settings of Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort as a springboard, these short programs will explore Walt Disney’s research and goodwill trips across Latin America through rarely seen artwork, photography, and other archival materials that spotlight the lasting legacy of the landmark films they inspired.
- 11:05am – 11:30am ET / 8:05am – 8:30am PT | X Atencio: The Untold Story of a Disney Legend
Disney Legend X Atencio is most well-known for writing the song lyrics and attraction scripts for Pirates of the Caribbean and The Haunted Mansion. However, in the shadow of such iconic works, the rest of his story has remained largely untold—until now. Learn more about X’s legacy as one of Walt’s most versatile employees in an intimate conversation with his family and authors of the upcoming book Xavier “X” Atencio: The Legacy of an Artist, Imagineer, and Disney Legend, ahead of its wide release on November 4. Guests will get the opportunity to view unreleased artwork and photographs from X’s personal collection and hear previously untold stories chronicling his 46-year career.
- 11:30am – 11:35am ET / 8:30am – 8:35am PT | Disney Around the Globe: India
Take a trip around the world with the Walt Disney Archives through a series of interstitial programs exploring fascinating Disney connections to legendary destinations around the globe.
- 11:35am – 12pm ET / 8:35am – 9am PT | Be Our Guest with Disney on Broadway
“Be Our Guest with Disney on Broadway” will feature performances by Michael James Scott (Genie) from Aladdin on Broadway and Danny Gardner (Lumiere) from the North American Tour of Beauty and The Beast. In between performances, Susan Egan (original Belle in Beauty and the Beast on Broadway) will join her Disney on Broadway family for a magical panel conversation.
Please see more information on tuning in to Saturday’s select programming below:
Saturday, August 30, 2025, from approximately 10:45am to 12pm ET
- This is a complimentary virtual event exclusive to D23 Gold Members.
- D23 Gold Members must have internet access to experience this event.
- The event will begin at 7:45am PT / 10:45am ET.
- You may log in starting at 7:30am PT / 10:30am ET for a pre-show experience.
- This airing will include a chat where you can join in the conversation with fellow D23 Gold Members!
- Please note: Due to this being a stream of a live event, all times are approximate and may start and end at slightly earlier or later times.
Then, for Day 2, on Sunday, August 31 — from approximately 2 to 3:20pm ET / 11am to 12:20pm PT — D23 Gold Members can look forward to more fan-favorite topics, including:
- 2pm – 2:45pm ET / 11am – 11:45am PT | Stay Tuned: You’re Watching Disney Channel
Join fan-favorite Disney Channel stars from the past and present as they celebrate iconic DCOM and series franchises that bring joy, connection, and magic to generations of fans. Tune in for laughs, fun, and moments you won’t want to miss!
- 2:45pm – 2:50pm ET / 11:45am – 11:50am PT | Disney Around the Globe: China
Take a trip around the world with the Walt Disney Archives through a series of interstitial programs exploring fascinating Disney connections to legendary destinations around the globe.
- 2:50pm – 3:20pm ET / 11:50am – 12:20pm PT | Beyond the Spires: An Insider look at Disney Castles
Think you know everything about Disney castles? Think again! Join Imagineers as they peel back the plaster and pixie dust to share behind-the-scenes details and little-known facts from castles across the globe. Along the way, they’ll share the global inspirations, design challenges, and maybe even a few surprises that stretch beyond the spires.
Please see more information on tuning in to Saturday’s select programming below:
Sunday, August 31, 2025, from approximately 2pm to 3:20pm ET
- This is a complimentary virtual event exclusive to D23 Gold Members.
- D23 Gold Members must have internet access to experience this event.
- The event will begin at 11am PT / 2pm ET.
- You may log in starting at 10:45am PT / 1:45pm ET for a pre-show experience.
- This airing will include a chat where you can join in the conversation with fellow D23 Gold Members!
- Please note: Due to this being a stream of a live event, all times are approximate and may start and end at slightly earlier or later times.
System Requirements and Supported Devices:
- We recommend joining the virtual screening using Google Chrome on a laptop or desktop computer, smartphone, or tablet with a reliable internet connection of at least 10 mb/s. If you are experiencing an unstable internet connection or connection at a speed lower than 10 mb/s, you may need to connect an ethernet cable to hardline your connection or connect via data/hotspot.
- Supported browsers for PC users are Google Chrome, Firefox, and Opera on Windows 7, Windows 8.1, or Windows 10. Microsoft Edge, Internet Explorer, and Amazon Silk are not supported as they are not compatible with content security and Digital Rights Management for this exclusive screening.
- Supported browsers for Apple users are Google Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Opera on Mac OSX 10.12 or higher. If you’re using an iPad/iPad Pro/iPhone, use Safari as your browser.
- Please use the latest version of your browser, whichever one you choose. This may necessitate an update. We cannot guarantee that previous versions of browsers will support the experience.
- For enhanced viewing, you may cast to a TV using AirPlay or by connecting an HDCP-compliant HDMI cable to your TV. Please note: As this is a web-based experience, it is not designed to work directly on your TV set via smart TV web browsers.
Terms of Participation:
- D23 Gold Members must have internet access to experience this event. You will be responsible for such services and paying any associated charges related to the services. Please check with your internet provider and/or wireless service carrier for information on possible data usage charges or other fees. We are not responsible if you are unable to participate in the virtual event for any reason.
- You agree that no other person who is not a D23 Gold Member will participate in, or be present during, the virtual event.
- By participating in the virtual event, you acknowledge and agree that other individuals may also be participating in the virtual event with you. Such participants will be able to see any statements you make and information you provide in the virtual event chat and see your first name on the screen. You understand that you should not disclose any information during the virtual event that you do not want to be shared with other participants.
- Video or audio recording of any kind will not be permitted during the presentation and screening. By participating in the virtual event, you agree you will not record, take screen captures or otherwise copy, reproduce or display the virtual event or any portion thereof.
- By participating in the virtual event, you acknowledge and agree that we will not be liable for the conduct of the other individuals participating in the virtual event, including, without limitation, any content transmitted or displayed by such individuals.
- We reserve the right to revoke access for any reason and without warning.
- Please note the event will only be available to watch during the listed event times and will not be available to stream on demand later.
All D23 events are subject to change without notice. Access for D23 Gold Members to the virtual event is not transferable.
What do you think of this special D23 livestream event? Will you be watching any of these presentations? Let us know in the comments.
