The Emporium, where vendors and collectors would set up booths and tables, will not be offered for the 2026 D23 Ultimate Disney Fan Event event in Anaheim. D23: The Official Disney Fan Club announced during the Destination D23 Event this past weekend that the D23 Ultimate Disney Fan Event would be returning to the Anaheim Convention Center and Honda Center August 14-16, 2026.
An email was sent this week to previous vendors informing them of the change. The email reads: “Thank you so much for being a past Emporium exhibitor for D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event. We truly appreciate the passion and dedication you’ve shared with our Disney fan community through the years. The Emporium has been a beloved tradition, and your presence has helped make it so special for our guests. As the event has continued to grow, the show floor has evolved into a highly curated experience focused on Disney storytelling, brand partners, and creative showcases. To best serve our expanding audience and align with this vision, we have made the very difficult decision to not include the Emporium or vendor booths in 2026. We know this news will be disappointing, and please know this decision was not made lightly. Disney collecting remains an important part of our fan community, and you’ll continue to see that passion reflected in programming, panels, and showcases at the event. We are so grateful for your contributions to the D23 experience over the years, and we hope you will continue to be a part of our fan community as we celebrate all things Disney together.”
Vendors and fans are expressing their disappointment online, and have shared that this area brings them all together in ways they never expected.
What do you think of this change? Was the Emporium a favorite area of yours to visit during the D23 Ultimate Disney Fan Event? Share your thoughts with us in the comments.
