D23 Expo Tickets

If you’re interested in attending the next D23 Expo, this guide is the step-by-step plan you need to get those D23 Expo tickets, plan out your days at the expo and learn tips to have the complete D23 Expo experience.

D23 Expo 2024 happens August 4-11 with main panels and presentations taking place August 9-11, 2024.

D23 Expo Tickets

D23 Expo Dates and Locations

The D23 Expo is the biggest Disney fan event and is a tradition among the most committed fans. 2023 D23 Expo dates have been announced and we’re ready to start planning!

  • Sunday, August 4: D23 Day at Angel Stadium, where D23 fans are invited to attend the Los Angeles Angels vs. New York Mets game. 
  • Thursday, August 8: D23 kickoff celebration at Disneyland Resort.
  • Friday, August 9 – Sunday, August 11: Shopping, exhibits, panels, and presentations will take place at the Anaheim Convention Center during the day, with the fun extending into the evening at the Honda Center, the bigger home to marquee shows.
  • Tickets go on sale Spring 2024.

If things look a little different from year’s past, you’re right! The upcoming D23 Expo will be held at multiple venues in Anaheim including:

  1. Angels Stadium 2000 E Gene Autry Way, Anaheim, CA 92806 and just over 3 1/2 miles from Disneyland Resort.
  2. The Anaheim Convention Center 800 W Katella Ave, Anaheim, CA 92802 and about 1 mile from Disneyland Resort.
  3. Honda Center 2695 E Katella Ave, Anaheim, CA 92806, and just about 3 1/2 miles from Disneyland Resort. 

Hot tip: be sure to download the D23: The Official Disney Fan Club app in App Store and on Google Play and turn on notifications so you don’t miss out.

D23 Expo 22024 Ticket Guide

 

Discount D23 Expo Tickets

It’s the ultimate Disney fan experience filled with shopping, celebrity sightings and signings, panels revealing upcoming movies, events and more for The Walt Disney Company. If you want to see it live and in person, don’t miss out!

Here are a few important things you should know about D23 Expo tickets:

  • D23 Expo 2023 tickets go on sale Spring 2024 with specific dates to be announced.
  • Generally, Saturday single day tickets sell out first, followed by 3 day tickets.
  • General member tickets should plan to spend about $99/adult and $79/child for one day.
  • In the past there has been a small discount for buying a 3 day event ticket.

Take a look at 2022 event pricing to get an idea of how much to set aside for your D23 Expo ticket.

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When you purchase your D23 Expo ticket, you will also be able to later buy a discount Disneyland tickets to use during the expo. Keep reading for more details on that. 

Note taxes, fees and shipping are not included in the above prices (about $7 fee per ticket, $9 shipping).

There are a few types of discounts available for D23 Expo tickets. This section will help you decide which discounts you can use for the next D23 Expo. Remember, tickets go on sale Spring 2023, so keep this article bookmarked for future dates.

Here are D23 Expo ticket discounts:

 

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When you purchase your D23 Expo ticket, you will also be able to later buy a discount Disneyland tickets to use during the expo. Keep reading for more details on that. 

VIP Sorcerer Preferred Ticket

Sorcerer Tickets were not offered in 2022. Instead, they offered a preferred seating ticket for $899. I will update this section for 2024 Expo once I know more about preferred ticket options. 

But one thing is for sure—come Expo days, that Preferred ticket is something everyone wishes they had! You watch them waltz into panels and signings without a care in the world—and their seats are way better than yours! How? What? How much?

 

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In 2022 it was just under a grand for Gold Members to upgrade to preferred. And even the price point doesn’t scare people away. These babies are very hard to get!

 

D23 Expo Ticket Guide

 

Here’s a few important things to note about the D23 Expo Sorcerer Hall D23 Preferred ticket:

  • You must be a D23 Gold Member or know someone who is; members can purchase up to two preferred tickets
  • 2022 price was $899 per person
  • Includes a three-day admission ticket 
  • Includes guaranteed reserved seating for ALL presentations in Hall D23

If it’s in your budget, go for this ticket and then grab an extra one for me please :). Every year I hear people saying, “next time I am getting that upgrade!”

D23 Expo Tickets Questions

This is the spot for your D23 ticket question and answers, I’ve been attending the Expo for several years now and keep this section up to date for anyone who needs a refresher or simply is looking at going for the first time.

When do D23 Expo tickets go on sale?

D23 Expo 2024 tickets go on sale Spring 2024. In the past there has been a presale for Visa holders but no word on that for 2024 just yet.

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How much are D23 Expo tickets?

In 2022, tickets started at $89 for one-day adult admission and $79 for children. Discount three-day tickets are also available at D23expo.com

Do D23 Expo tickets include admission to Disneyland?

Tickets include entrance to the D23 Expo and NOT Disneyland Resort. You can get discount Disneyland tickets here

How much are D23 Expo tickets for early bird discounts?

There was no early bird discounts for the event in 2022.

Do Gold Members get a discount?

In the past yes. D23 Gold Members saw a discount on admission including discounted single-day and multi-day tickets. Learn all about D23 Gold Member status here

How much are D23 Expo tickets for Gold Members?

In 2022, tickets started at $89 for one-day adult admission and $79 for children. Discount three-day tickets are also available at D23expo.com

Is there an Early Bird discount?

There were no early bird discounts for the event in 2022. Stay tuned for future sales in 2024.

When will D23 Expo tickets be mailed? 

D23 Expo badges and credentials are typically mailed about a month before the expo. You must activate your badge online prior to arriving at the Expo. There is also a will call section at the Convention Center itself.

How do I activate my badge?

You can activate your badge via the Expo App or look up your badge number and active it on D23Expo.com/activate starting about a week before the expo.

Can I pick up my D23 tickets at will call?

In the past: will call pick up was available starting the Thursday before the event and during most event hours. If you must use will call, give yourself plenty of time before attending any scheduled events. 

How much were D23 Expo tickets in the past?

In 2022, tickets started at $89 for one-day adult admission and $79 for children. In 2019, general admission tickets were $89/adult and $69/child for one day. In 2019, Gold Member admission tickets bought during the early bird period $67/adult and $49/child for one day. 

More D23 Expo Info

There’s so many things to learn about attending D23 Expo; make sure you read all the articles that make up my complete expo guide:

Do you have more questions about the D23 Expo ticket sales—put your questions in the comments to make sure we all have the information we need for the next D23 expo.

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