What to Expect at D23 Expo 2024: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event

Get ready for the ultimate Disney fan experience—D23 Expo 2024 is coming to Anaheim, California, on August 9, 10, and 11. As the official fan convention for D23, The Official Disney Fan Club, the Expo brings together every corner of the Disney universe.

From animated films and streaming series to theme park innovations and character cosplay, the event offers fans three days of exclusive reveals and magical moments. While more details about this year’s programming are still under wraps, past expos give us a good idea of what to expect.

What Is the D23 Expo?

Held every two years, the D23 Expo is a large-scale celebration of Disney’s history, creativity, and future. Fans gather to see the latest from Walt Disney Studios, Pixar, Marvel, Lucasfilm, Disney Parks, Disney+, and more. With immersive exhibits, celebrity panels, behind-the-scenes showcases, and one-of-a-kind merchandise, the event is a true highlight on the Disney calendar.

The Expo features:

• Exclusive movie and TV previews
• Themed exhibitions
• Disney Parks announcements
• Interactive experiences
• Panels with Imagineers, filmmakers, and stars
• Stunning cosplay displays
• Fan community meetups

A Look Back at D23 Expo 2022

The last D23 Expo took place in September 2022 and featured major updates across film, television, theme parks, and international resorts. Let’s revisit some of the biggest announcements, many of which shaped Disney’s projects in 2023 and 2024.

Walt Disney World Highlights

Several key developments were confirmed for Walt Disney World:

• TRON Lightcycle / Run opened in spring 2023 at Magic Kingdom.

• Tiana’s Bayou Adventure will reimagine Splash Mountain, with an opening expected in late 2024.
• Happily Ever After fireworks returned to Magic Kingdom in 2023.

• Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana debuted in 2023 at EPCOT.
• World Celebration Neighborhood transformed EPCOT’s entrance into a dynamic hub completed in late 2023.

Disneyland Resort Announcements

California saw its share of exciting changes:

• San Fransokyo Square brought Big Hero 6 to life in Disney California Adventure.

• Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway opened in Mickey’s Toontown in early 2023.

• Pixar Place Hotel debuted in January 2024, transforming Paradise Pier Hotel.
• Tiana’s Bayou Adventure will also open at Disneyland in 2024.

What to Expect in 2024: Parks, Panels, and Previews

With projects still underway and teased at previous events, D23 Expo 2024 could bring updates on:

• Magic Kingdom’s potential expansion teased at Destination D23 in 2023
• The upcoming Avatar experience for Disneyland
• Marvel’s evolving multiverse projects
• Updates on international Frozen-themed lands
• More details on the Disney Treasure cruise ship setting sail later this year

Fans can also expect exclusive sneak peeks at upcoming Disney+ series, Pixar films, and Marvel Studios Phase 5 developments. The D23 Expo has become the go-to stage for breaking news in the Disney universe.

More Than an Expo—It’s a Community Celebration

One of the most beloved aspects of the D23 Expo is the community it brings together. Attendees come from around the world, often dressed as their favorite Disney characters. Cosplay showcases, fan meetups, and interactive exhibits foster a spirit of creativity, nostalgia, and anticipation.

The event also highlights rare items from the Disney Archives, original artwork, and pieces of Imagineering history that fans rarely get to see.

Get Ready for D23 Expo 2024 in Anaheim

As August approaches, fans can look forward to more announcements about this year’s Expo programming. Whether you’re interested in film, streaming, theme parks, or just celebrating Disney with fellow fans, D23 Expo 2024 promises to deliver unforgettable experiences.

Stay tuned for updates as the full schedule is revealed—and start planning your dream weekend at the Anaheim Convention Center.