Get ready, Disney fans! The ultimate kick-off party, D23 Day, explodes back into Disneyland Resort on August 13, 2026. This is your chance to dive deep into the magic, soak up the stories, and celebrate everything Disney at ‘The Happiest Place on Earth’, all before the main D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event kicks off in Anaheim the next day.

Everyone with a valid park admission and reservation can join the fun – whether you’re a D23 member, an event attendee, or just visiting the parks that day.

But wait, there’s more! The Disney Jr. Let’s Play! Party also launches on August 13 with a special one-day event at Disney California Adventure Park. After that, it moves to the Downtown Disney District for a multi-day celebration from August 14 to 16. Perfect for the little ones (and the young at heart!).

Coming to Anaheim for D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event? You’ll find some great ticket and hotel offers for the Disneyland Resort during your visit. Keep an eye out for those!

Ready to explore all the fun, limited-time experiences waiting for you?

D23 Day at Disneyland Resort – August 13, 2026

August 13, 2026, isn’t just any day; it’s D23 Day at Disneyland Resort! This one-day extravaganza truly kicks off the countdown to the big D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event. Every guest in the parks gets to soak up themed moments and beloved experiences celebrating all things Disney. Expect unique entertainment, lively dance parties, and special merchandise – endless ways to show off your Disney passion! Just a tip: keep an eye on the Disneyland app for the most up-to-date entertainment schedule on the day of your visit. That’s your best friend for planning!

Free Ear Hats and Commemorative Guides

What’s a celebration without some cool freebies? On August 13, from park opening and while supplies last, guests entering Disneyland Park or Disney California Adventure Park with a valid admission can grab a complimentary Mickey Mouse ear hat, sporting the D23 Day at Disneyland Resort logo, plus a special commemorative guide. Trust me, these go fast, so get there early!

Disney Legends Cavalcade at Disneyland

This is a must-see! Find a spot along the parade route to see the Disney Legends Cavalcade, rolling through Disneyland Park at 1:30 PM. It’s a truly special moment, featuring the Disneyland Band, some incredible Disney Legends (the people who shaped Disney history!), and keep your eyes peeled – you might spot all 23 characters making their grand entrance down Main Street, U.S.A. It’s a real tribute to those who built the magic.

D23 Day Entertainment

The entertainment on D23 Day is absolutely stacked! We’re talking dance parties, rare character encounters, and so much more all over the resort.

In Disneyland’s Fantasyland, keep your camera ready for Merlin from Walt Disney Animation Studios’ The Sword and the Stone and the Blue Fairy from Disney Animation’s Pinocchio – two very special sightings!

Over at Tomorrowland Terrace in Disneyland, the music never stops. From 2 PM to 6 PM, young kids and their families can boogie down with Stitch and some of his friends at “Stitch’s Interplanetary Beach Party Bash.” And for the evening owls, keep those dance moves grooving during the “Disney+ Hulu Throwbacks Dance Party” from 7:30 PM all the way to 11:30 PM. You won’t want to miss it!

Photo Opportunities

You know you’ll want to capture these memories! Pose in front of one of several D23 Day icon photo locations across the resort: at Town Square in Disneyland, Pixar Pier in California Adventure, and even in Downtown Disney.

Looking for new photos to decorate your walls at home? Photo booths in Hollywood Backlot (California Adventure) and Fantasyland Theater (Disneyland) will offer D23 Day-themed photo strips. Just remember, these come with an additional fee.

Free Disney PhotoPass Digital Downloads

Here’s a fantastic perk: as part of the festivities, all park guests with valid park admission and theme park reservations on August 13, 2026, get complimentary unlimited digital downloads of their Disney PhotoPass photos taken that day! This means all those amazing shots by Disney photographers, including the super fun Magic Shots, are yours to keep. What a way to remember the day!

Activities at the Hotels of the Disneyland Resort

The magic extends beyond the parks! On August 13, waltz down to the Rose Court Garden at Disneyland Hotel. You and your loved one can dive into immersive entertainment and unique photo opportunities, experiencing how love stories come to life with Disney’s Fairy Tale Weddings.

And all through August, the Disneyland Hotel will host a special photo opportunity inspired by the new film, Camp Rock 3.

Special Merchandise, Popcorn Bucket, and Treat

No Disney celebration is truly complete without some exclusive merchandise to take home and a yummy treat to savor! Here’s a peek at the special collections and limited-time goodies hitting the resort starting August 13, all available while supplies last. You know the drill, act fast!

D23 Day Logo Collection

• Where to find it: Emporium at Disneyland Park, Elias & Co. at California Adventure, and World of Disney at Downtown Disney.
• Dress up for the ultimate kickoff party with a colorful tee, a trading pin, and a magnet, all sporting the D23 Day at Disneyland Resort logo.

Disneylandia Collection

• Where to find it: Emporium at Disneyland Park, Elias & Co. at California Adventure, and The D-Lander Shop at Downtown Disney.
• Disneyland Resort teamed up with Viva La Bonita, a Latina-owned lifestyle and streetwear brand from Southern California. Their “Donde Empiezan Los Sueños” collection beautifully blends culture and storytelling, showing how Disneyland inspires dreams for so many.

The Hunchback of Notre Dame 30th Anniversary

• Where to find it: Emporium at Disneyland Park, Off the Page at California Adventure, and World of Disney at Downtown Disney.
• Celebrate 30 years of Disney Animation’s The Hunchback of Notre Dame with this lively collection! You’ll find a Spirit Jersey, an ear headband, a trading pin, a mug, and more.
• Good to know: This collection will also be available at the D23 Marketplace inside the Anaheim Convention Center during the main D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event, while supplies last. For those who can’t make it, it will eventually appear on DisneyStore.com at a later date – stay tuned for details!

Alice in Wonderland 75th Anniversary

• Where to find it: Clothiers at Disneyland Park, Elias & Co. at California Adventure, and The D-Lander Shop at Downtown Disney.
• To mark 75 years of Disney Animation’s Alice in Wonderland, explore this gorgeous pastel apparel and accessories collection. It takes inspiration from the Queen of Hearts’ favorite pastime: croquet!
• Heads up: This collection will also be sold at the D23 Marketplace in the Anaheim Convention Center during the D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event, while supplies last. DisneyStore.com will also get this collection at a later date, with more info coming soon.

D23 Day Medallions

• Where to find them: Candy Palace at Disneyland Park, Kingswell Shop at California Adventure, and near Star Wars Trading Post in Downtown Disney.
• For the first time ever, you can grab these D23 commemorative medallions either in capsules or as a complete set of four. Each features a distinct design with the D23 Day at Disneyland Resort logo on the back. Get them while you can – they’re limited!

Popcorn Bucket and Treat

Get ready to add to your collection! The new Haunted Mansion Hatbox Ghost Popcorn Bucket arrives on August 13 for a limited time. You can find it at Harbour Galley, Hungry Bear Barbecue Jamboree, and the Popcorn carts in Frontierland and New Orleans Square in Disneyland Park. In California Adventure, look for it at the Popcorn carts at Grizzly Peak Airfield and near Carthay Circle Restaurant. Remember, it’s while supplies last and there’s a limit of two per person, per transaction (no discounts apply!).

Craving something sweet? The Sorcerer Apprentice Mickey Cake Pop also makes its debut on August 13 for a limited time. Grab yours at Candy Palace in Disneyland Park, Trolley Treats in California Adventure, and Disney Wonderful World of Sweets in Downtown Disney. These will be such sweet additions to your celebratory day!

“Disney Princess: The Ultimate Concert Celebration” Live Performance

As the grand finale of D23 Day, and just before World Princess Week, get ready for a truly spectacular event! A limited number of lucky fans may have the opportunity to attend the live performance of “Disney Princess: The Ultimate Concert Celebration” in California Adventure on August 13.

This isn’t just any show; it’s the biggest gathering of Disney Princess talent ever assembled, celebrating their iconic stories through animation, live-action, stage, and music. This one-of-a-kind concert will transform the night with dazzling lights, incredible projections, and fountains reaching for the sky, creating a truly immersive world where the music, magic, and legacy of Disney Princesses shine like never before. If you miss it live, don’t worry! You can stream the concert on Disney+ and catch it on Disney Channel, Freeform, and The Wonderful World of Disney on ABC starting Sunday, August 16.

How to Attend the Live Performance:

• Time: Virtual queue enrollment starts at 12:00 PM PST. Concert performances are at 8:30 PM and 9:45 PM PST.
• Location: Paradise Gardens Park, California Adventure.

You’ll need a virtual queue confirmation, a wristband, and valid admission for California Adventure to participate in this experience. On August 13, you can request to join the virtual queue via the Disneyland app at 12:00 PM PST after you’ve entered California Adventure, or if you have a valid Park Hopper ticket, after entering Disneyland Park.

Once you join the queue, you’ll be assigned an admittance group. When your group is called via push notification, proceed to the Hyperion Theater Courtyard between 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM to scan your ticket or entry code and pick up your wristband. Just a heads up: these virtual queue admittance groups are extremely limited and available while supplies last. Wristbands will only be distributed to guests who have obtained a virtual queue admittance group entry code and have signed a filming release form. Remember, wristbands have no cash value, can’t be sold, and won’t be replaced if lost, stolen, or damaged. Also, photography, filming, and recording of the concert will be taking place. Show times are subject to change or cancellation without notice.

D23 Offerings and Discounts at Downtown Disney

The fun isn’t just in the parks! From August 1 to August 16, several spots in the Downtown Disney District will offer special deals or discounts. Just show your D23 Event badge or your D23 Gold Membership Card to unlock these perks.

Not attending the main D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event or not a Gold Member? You can still partake in these offerings and many other discounts by becoming a member of D23: The Official Disney Fan Club. It’s a great way to enjoy these and many other discounts throughout the year!

Locations with Discounts or Special Offers for D23 Members or Attendees:

• Beignets Expressed
• Blue Ribbon Corn Dogs
• California Churro
• Céntrico (food and non-alcoholic beverages only)
• Jazz Kitchen Coastal Grill & Patio (dine-in guests only)
• Kawaii Slime Co.
• Lovepop
• Naples Ristorante e Bar (food and non-alcoholic beverages only)
• PANDORA
• Parkside Market (excludes alcohol)
• Paseo (food and non-alcoholic beverages only)
• Salt & Straw
• Sunglass Hut
• Splitsville Luxury Lanes
• The LEGO Store
• Wetzel’s Pretzels

Specialty Food and Beverage Items at Downtown Disney (August 1-16)

Even if you’re not a D23 member, you can still treat your tastebuds! These limited-time food and beverage items are available for all guests in the Downtown Disney District from August 1 to 16:

• Family Gold Ube Cheesecake from Parkside Market
• Berry Bliss & Choco Crunch Duo from Beignets Expressed
• Specialty drinks are also available at Ballast Point Brewery Co., Céntrico, Vista Parkside Market, and Paseo

D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event in Anaheim, August 14-16

After the D23 Day magic at Disneyland Resort wraps up, the ultimate fan event continues just next door! From August 14 to 16, head to the Anaheim Convention Center and Honda Center for D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event.

At the time of publishing, select tickets for the D23 event are still available, with prices starting at $49. It’s truly a celebration for every Disney fan!

Important Note: Remember, you’ll need both a valid theme park reservation and admission for the same park on the same day for entry. Park reservations are limited and not guaranteed, and park admission and offerings can change. Always check the official Disneyland Resort website for the latest updates before your visit. Also, specific items, offers, and entertainment are available while supplies last and are subject to change or cancellation without notice.