D23 recap: From movies to theme park rides, here's everything announced at Disney fan event
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Last updated: Monday, August 17, 2026 5:15PM GMT
ANAHEIM, Calif. -- From newly announced movies to rides and lands under construction at Disney parks around the world, we brought you all the live updates from D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event.
This gathering of official Disney fan club members took place at the Anaheim Convention Center and Honda Center in Anaheim, California from Aug. 14 through Aug. 16.
The Honda Center was home to the Disney Entertainment Showcase Friday night, the Disney Experiences Showcase Saturday night and the Disney Legends Award Ceremony Sunday afternoon.
Take a look at our photo gallery of some of the best costumes seen at Disney's ultimate fan event in Anaheim.
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D23 attendees dressed as Maui and Hei Hei from "Moana" are seen in Anaheim, Calif. on Sunday, Aug. 16, 2026.
Aug 24, 2026, 8:28 PM GMT
Stream the Disney Experiences Showcase on Disney+
Hosted by Neil Patrick Harris, D23's Disney Experiences Showcase tonight at the Honda Center will take fans deeper into the creative vision behind what's to come. Inspired by the Carousel of Progress, Harris will guide engaging conversations, behind-the-scenes looks, special performances, exciting announcements and a few surprises along the way.
Stream "Horizons: A Carousel of Progress" live tonight, Aug. 15, 2026, at 7 p.m. PT / 10 p.m. ET on Disney+.
Aug 15, 2026, 10:37 PM GMT
Dance your heart out at D23 with the stars
The "Dancing with the Stars" pros hosted a mini dance class for the fans on the Spotlight Stage! They danced to "Zoo" by Shakira and met with fans in Talent Central right after.
Aug 24, 2026, 8:28 PM GMT
Neil Patrick Harris visits Imagineering pavilion ahead of showcase
Before Neil Patrick Harris suits up to host the Disney Experiences Showcase tonight at the Honda Center, he visited the Imagineering: Horizons pavilion.
Stream the Disney Experiences Showcase at 7 p.m. PT on Disney+.
Aug 24, 2026, 8:28 PM GMT
Amy Adams brings a little "Enchanted" magic to D23
"Enchanted" star Amy Adams surprised fans at the "20 Years of Enchanted: A Love Letter to Disney" panel at D23, joining director Kevin Lima, host Nina West and Disney icons Alan Menken, Paige O'Hara and Judy Kuhn for a special "That's How You Know" sing-along!
Amy Adams surprised fans at D23 in Anaheim, Calif. on Friday, Aug. 14, 2026.
