d23 the ultimate disney fan event News

Disney Parks D23 Announcements Likely Still Won’t Be Live-Streamed Despite Confusing Fortnite Event

August 8, 2024August 8, 2024

Split image featuring two sections: Left side shows Disney D23 poster with castle silhouette and "Horizons D23 Disney Experiences Showcase 8.10.2024." Right side shows a plush toy resembling Wolverine.

Despite initial confusion, the colloquially called Disney Parks panel will still likely not be live-streamed from D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event. However, an in-game livestream in “Fortnite” will feature announcements about Disney and Epic Games’ partnership. Disney & Fortnite Reveals When announced via Variety, it was initially believed that the Horizons presentation would be … Read more

Former Imagineer Joe Rohde Reflects on His Legacy in New Interview

August 6, 2024

Ahead of being inducted as a Disney Legend this weekend at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event on Sunday, August 11, former Imagineer Joe Rohde has shared his thoughts on his accomplishments and legacy during his time with The Walt Disney Company in a new interview. Joe Rohde Interview On Being Honored as a Disney … Read more

FIRST LOOK at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event Merchandise Coming to D23 Marketplace, Disney Store

August 2, 2024August 2, 2024

A backpack with Disney character designs and embroidered illustrations, alongside Mickey ear headbands, a plush figurine, and a "49" headband labeled as 2024 Merchandise, is displayed on a tree stump with a dark background. This exclusive collection could easily be spotted at any Disney Fan Event.

Disney Parks Blog has shared a first look at some of the merchandise that will be available during D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event at the D23 Marketplace and online at the Disney Store. D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event Merchandise These items will be available for purchase at the D23 Marketplace, located within World … Read more

DAS Defenders Reach Fundraising Goal for Billboard at D23

July 18, 2024

The DAS Defenders group of disability advocates plans to have a mobile billboard appear in Anaheim during D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event. The DAS Defenders, who formed in response to Disney’s controversial Disability Access Service changes, hope the billboard will spread the word about their concerns and get their message directly in front of … Read more