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Walt Disney Studios Lights Up Destination D23 with Toy Story 5, Avengers Doomsday, and More
At Walt Disney Studios’ big fan event, Destination D23, the excitement was less like a regular conference and more like a family reunion mixed with a movie premiere. Held from August 29 to 31 at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort near Orlando, it brought together Disney fans, filmmakers, Imagineers, and collectors under one roof to celebrate everything magical about Disney. People weren’t just there to listen to panels—they were shopping for exclusive merch, reliving their childhood memories, and getting sneak peeks at the future of Disney movies and theme parks.
The highlight of the weekend was Disney’s movie announcements. Fans got their first look at Hexed, the new animated movie set to hit theaters on November 25, 2026. Pixar lovers cheered when Zootopia 2 was confirmed, while longtime favorites like Toy Story 5 and Avengers: Doomsday stole the spotlight. Even the Ice Age franchise is making a return, showing that Disney is balancing nostalgia with fresh new ideas.
There was also a huge surprise for theme park lovers. D23 announced that the ultimate fan event will return to Anaheim, California, from August 14–16, 2026. Fans can expect panels, shopping, and major announcements in true Disney fashion. Adding to the excitement, Disney Legend Jodi Benson, the voice of Ariel, was introduced as the first-ever D23 “FAN-bassador,” a special role meant to connect more personally with fans.
For those who couldn’t be there in person, select panels were streamed online so Disney lovers around the world could still be part of the action. From behind-the-scenes stories about Disney Parks to updates on cruises and attractions, the weekend showed just how much Disney is blending its movies, parks, and fan experiences into one shared world.
In simple terms, Destination D23 was Disney’s way of saying: the magic isn’t slowing down. Whether you love their movies, parks, or simply grew up with their characters, there’s plenty more coming. Fans left the event not just with exclusive merchandise, but with the excitement of knowing the next chapters of their favorite Disney stories are right around the corner.
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