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Destination D23 2021
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donsullivan
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Tickets achieved
jenushkask8s
New Member
I was in the virtual queue for 20 minutes (got in right at 1pm ET) and by the time I got redirected to the site, all tickets were sold out. 
orky8
Well-Known Member
Me tooI was in the virtual queue for 20 minutes (got in right at 1pm ET) and by the time I got redirected to the site, all tickets were sold out.
TrainsOfDisney
Well-Known Member
Unprecedented Demand!!!
DoleWhipDrea
Well-Known Member
Tickets had to be tied to specific names at registration, so unfortunately no.
Figured as much. Thanks for the answer.
New information and schedules -
"We are excited to announce Destination D23 is brought to you by Topps! Topps will be showcasing its popular digital collectible apps which offer the unique opportunity for fans around the world to connect and celebrate their fandom by collecting and trading their favorite characters, iconic moments, and more—all from their mobile devices. Topps will have interactive mini-game activation stations where attendees can get exclusive Destination D23 redemption codes to unlock special digital trading card packs and other great giveaways! In addition to the apps releasing new collectible content every day, they’ll also be hosting a Watch Party Event where users are encouraged to stream popular shows and movies via Disney+ while engaging in a live in-app chat with the community and collecting new digital content."
"Advance Screening Opportunity!
We are excited to announce that all Destination D23 attendees will be able to attend an advance screening of Walt Disney Animation Studios’ Encanto the week before it premieres!"
"Reserved Shopping Windows
Mickey’s of Glendale—The Walt Disney Imagineering campus store returns with a pop-up shop at the event for attendees, featuring a selection of exclusive Destination D23 and Walt Disney Imagineering merchandise.
The store is also open throughout Saturday and Sunday. Please note: Pins are available through the previously announced RSP opportunity.
Registered guests may reserve your time for Mickey’s of Glendale shopping windows and Encanto Advance Screening beginning Monday, October 18 at 1 p.m. ET (10 a.m. PT). Please keep an eye on your registered email for instructions, including your unique access code and registration link.
Please note there are enough registrations for all Destination D23 guests; however, specific time slots are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Screening times directly correlate to your Mickey’s of Glendale shopping window."
Friday, November 19, 2021
Mickey’s of Glendale Reserved Shopping Windows
Registered Destination D23 Guests – please check email for reservation link and more details!
Reserve an hourly shopping window between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. (also open Saturday and Sunday)
Disney’s Contemporary Resort Convention Center—Ballroom of the Americas, 2nd Floor
Encanto Advance Screenings
Screening times reserved with Mickey’s of Glendale Reserved Shopping Windows. Times staggered between 11 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. Please allow travel time between Disney’s Contemporary Resort and Disney Springs
AMC Disney Springs 24
7 a.m. – 8 p.m.: Guest Services (including International Will Call) Open
Disney’s Contemporary Resort Convention Center—East Registration
8 a.m. – 8 p.m.: Gift Distribution Open
Disney’s Contemporary Resort Convention Center—Sorcerer’s Apprentice Ballroom
9 a.m. – 8 p.m.: The Walt Disney Archives: 50 Years of Bringing Home the Magic Exhibit
Disney’s Contemporary Resort Convention Center—Grand Republic Ballroom, 2nd Floor
An all-new exhibit curated by the Walt Disney Archives takes you through a half-century journey of merchandise memories of the Walt Disney World Resort. From figurines and packs to pins and plush, relive each exciting decade through the souvenirs that brought “The Vacation Kingdom of the World” home!
9 a.m. – 5 p.m.: Mickey’s of Glendale Pin RSP Pick-Up
Disney’s Contemporary Resort Convention Center—West Registration
Saturday, November 20, 2021
7 a.m.: Fantasia Ballroom Queue Open
General Seating—Sorcerer’s Apprentice Ballroom / Preferred Seating—Fantasia Lobby, Door H
Disney’s Contemporary Resort Convention Center
Please do not arrive before this time; no queue will be allowed prior
7 a.m. – 6 p.m.: Guest Services (including International Will Call) / Gift Distribution
Disney’s Contemporary Resort Convention Center—East Registration
7 a.m. – 7 p.m.: Mickey’s of Glendale Shopping Open
Disney’s Contemporary Resort Convention Center—Ballroom of the Americas, 2nd Floor
7 a.m. – 8:45 a.m.: The Walt Disney Archives: 50 Years of Bringing Home the Magic Exhibit
Disney’s Contemporary Resort Convention Center – Grand Republic Ballroom, 2nd Floor
8:30 a.m.: Doors Open to Fantasia Ballroom
9 a.m. – 12 p.m.: Morning Presentations
12 p.m. – 2 p.m.: Afternoon Break
12 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.: The Walt Disney Archives: 50 Years of Bringing Home the Magic Exhibit
Disney’s Contemporary Resort Convention Center—Grand Republic Ballroom, 2nd Floor
1:30 p.m.: Doors Open to Fantasia Ballroom
2 p.m. – 5 p.m.: Afternoon Presentations
5 p.m. – 7 p.m.: Evening Break
6:30 p.m.: Doors Open to Fantasia Ballroom
7 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.: The Magical Musical World of Encanto
Join members of the team behind Encanto, and some special guests for a melodic Saturday evening celebration of the upcoming musical, the 60th animated feature from Walt Disney Animation Studios!
Sunday, November 18, 2021
7 a.m.: Fantasia Ballroom Queue Open
General Seating—Sorcerer’s Apprentice Ballroom / Preferred Seating—Fantasia Lobby, Door H
Disney’s Contemporary Resort Convention Center
Please do not arrive before this time; no queue will be allowed prior
7 a.m. – 6 p.m.: Guest Services / Gift Distribution
Disney’s Contemporary Resort Convention Center—East Registration
7 a.m. – 6 p.m.: Mickey’s of Glendale Shopping Open
Disney’s Contemporary Resort Convention Center—Ballroom of the Americas, 2nd Floor
7 a.m. – 8:45 a.m.: The Walt Disney Archives: 50 Years of Bringing Home the Magic Exhibit
Disney’s Contemporary Resort Convention Center—Grand Republic Ballroom, 2nd Floor
8:30 a.m.: Doors Open to Fantasia Ballroom
9 a.m. – 12 p.m.: Morning Presentations
12 p.m. – 2 p.m.: Afternoon Break
12 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.: The Walt Disney Archives: 50 Years of Bringing Home the Magic Exhibit
Disney’s Contemporary Resort Convention Center—Grand Republic Ballroom, 2nd Floor
1:30 p.m.: Doors Open to Fantasia Ballroom
2 p.m. – 5 p.m.: Afternoon Presentations
5 p.m. – 7 p.m.: Evening Break
6:30 p.m.: Doors Open to Fantasia Ballroom
7:30 p.m.: Disney+ Party
Join Disney+ for the grand finale of an incredible weekend with a special celebration you can’t miss!
"We are excited to announce Destination D23 is brought to you by Topps! Topps will be showcasing its popular digital collectible apps which offer the unique opportunity for fans around the world to connect and celebrate their fandom by collecting and trading their favorite characters, iconic moments, and more—all from their mobile devices. Topps will have interactive mini-game activation stations where attendees can get exclusive Destination D23 redemption codes to unlock special digital trading card packs and other great giveaways! In addition to the apps releasing new collectible content every day, they’ll also be hosting a Watch Party Event where users are encouraged to stream popular shows and movies via Disney+ while engaging in a live in-app chat with the community and collecting new digital content."
"Advance Screening Opportunity!
We are excited to announce that all Destination D23 attendees will be able to attend an advance screening of Walt Disney Animation Studios’ Encanto the week before it premieres!"
"Reserved Shopping Windows
Mickey’s of Glendale—The Walt Disney Imagineering campus store returns with a pop-up shop at the event for attendees, featuring a selection of exclusive Destination D23 and Walt Disney Imagineering merchandise.
The store is also open throughout Saturday and Sunday. Please note: Pins are available through the previously announced RSP opportunity.
Registered guests may reserve your time for Mickey’s of Glendale shopping windows and Encanto Advance Screening beginning Monday, October 18 at 1 p.m. ET (10 a.m. PT). Please keep an eye on your registered email for instructions, including your unique access code and registration link.
Please note there are enough registrations for all Destination D23 guests; however, specific time slots are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Screening times directly correlate to your Mickey’s of Glendale shopping window."
Friday, November 19, 2021
Mickey’s of Glendale Reserved Shopping Windows
Registered Destination D23 Guests – please check email for reservation link and more details!
Reserve an hourly shopping window between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. (also open Saturday and Sunday)
Disney’s Contemporary Resort Convention Center—Ballroom of the Americas, 2nd Floor
Encanto Advance Screenings
Screening times reserved with Mickey’s of Glendale Reserved Shopping Windows. Times staggered between 11 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. Please allow travel time between Disney’s Contemporary Resort and Disney Springs
AMC Disney Springs 24
7 a.m. – 8 p.m.: Guest Services (including International Will Call) Open
Disney’s Contemporary Resort Convention Center—East Registration
8 a.m. – 8 p.m.: Gift Distribution Open
Disney’s Contemporary Resort Convention Center—Sorcerer’s Apprentice Ballroom
9 a.m. – 8 p.m.: The Walt Disney Archives: 50 Years of Bringing Home the Magic Exhibit
Disney’s Contemporary Resort Convention Center—Grand Republic Ballroom, 2nd Floor
An all-new exhibit curated by the Walt Disney Archives takes you through a half-century journey of merchandise memories of the Walt Disney World Resort. From figurines and packs to pins and plush, relive each exciting decade through the souvenirs that brought “The Vacation Kingdom of the World” home!
9 a.m. – 5 p.m.: Mickey’s of Glendale Pin RSP Pick-Up
Disney’s Contemporary Resort Convention Center—West Registration
Saturday, November 20, 2021
7 a.m.: Fantasia Ballroom Queue Open
General Seating—Sorcerer’s Apprentice Ballroom / Preferred Seating—Fantasia Lobby, Door H
Disney’s Contemporary Resort Convention Center
Please do not arrive before this time; no queue will be allowed prior
7 a.m. – 6 p.m.: Guest Services (including International Will Call) / Gift Distribution
Disney’s Contemporary Resort Convention Center—East Registration
7 a.m. – 7 p.m.: Mickey’s of Glendale Shopping Open
Disney’s Contemporary Resort Convention Center—Ballroom of the Americas, 2nd Floor
7 a.m. – 8:45 a.m.: The Walt Disney Archives: 50 Years of Bringing Home the Magic Exhibit
Disney’s Contemporary Resort Convention Center – Grand Republic Ballroom, 2nd Floor
8:30 a.m.: Doors Open to Fantasia Ballroom
9 a.m. – 12 p.m.: Morning Presentations
12 p.m. – 2 p.m.: Afternoon Break
12 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.: The Walt Disney Archives: 50 Years of Bringing Home the Magic Exhibit
Disney’s Contemporary Resort Convention Center—Grand Republic Ballroom, 2nd Floor
1:30 p.m.: Doors Open to Fantasia Ballroom
2 p.m. – 5 p.m.: Afternoon Presentations
5 p.m. – 7 p.m.: Evening Break
6:30 p.m.: Doors Open to Fantasia Ballroom
7 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.: The Magical Musical World of Encanto
Join members of the team behind Encanto, and some special guests for a melodic Saturday evening celebration of the upcoming musical, the 60th animated feature from Walt Disney Animation Studios!
Sunday, November 18, 2021
7 a.m.: Fantasia Ballroom Queue Open
General Seating—Sorcerer’s Apprentice Ballroom / Preferred Seating—Fantasia Lobby, Door H
Disney’s Contemporary Resort Convention Center
Please do not arrive before this time; no queue will be allowed prior
7 a.m. – 6 p.m.: Guest Services / Gift Distribution
Disney’s Contemporary Resort Convention Center—East Registration
7 a.m. – 6 p.m.: Mickey’s of Glendale Shopping Open
Disney’s Contemporary Resort Convention Center—Ballroom of the Americas, 2nd Floor
7 a.m. – 8:45 a.m.: The Walt Disney Archives: 50 Years of Bringing Home the Magic Exhibit
Disney’s Contemporary Resort Convention Center—Grand Republic Ballroom, 2nd Floor
8:30 a.m.: Doors Open to Fantasia Ballroom
9 a.m. – 12 p.m.: Morning Presentations
12 p.m. – 2 p.m.: Afternoon Break
12 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.: The Walt Disney Archives: 50 Years of Bringing Home the Magic Exhibit
Disney’s Contemporary Resort Convention Center—Grand Republic Ballroom, 2nd Floor
1:30 p.m.: Doors Open to Fantasia Ballroom
2 p.m. – 5 p.m.: Afternoon Presentations
5 p.m. – 7 p.m.: Evening Break
6:30 p.m.: Doors Open to Fantasia Ballroom
7:30 p.m.: Disney+ Party
Join Disney+ for the grand finale of an incredible weekend with a special celebration you can’t miss!
Surferboy567
Well-Known Member
So…uh where is the parks? Not expecting many announcements but usually some nuggets come out of this.
You'll see above they haven't broken down what the 3-hour presentations held on Saturday/Sunday hold yet. That information will probably come out early November.
DreamfinderGuy
Well-Known Member
Topps? Michael Eisner finds his way into WDW again!
Figments Friend
Well-Known Member
If anyone wants to see a WDW '50 years of magical merchandise' display, save your money on the ticket price for this event and just visit my house.
Seriously, my collection of Parks merch memoribilia likely has many of the same pieces as the Walt Disney Archives does.
70s, 80s, 90s, you name it.
Even have the old Mail Order catalogs from the early 80s showing even more retro merch.
You could spend a full day here going through it all.
After viewing the collection, we will break for tea and apple cider donuts.
Open invitation...even to 'vloggers'.
Free.
Only catch - I do not live in Florida.
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Seriously, my collection of Parks merch memoribilia likely has many of the same pieces as the Walt Disney Archives does.
70s, 80s, 90s, you name it.
Even have the old Mail Order catalogs from the early 80s showing even more retro merch.
You could spend a full day here going through it all.
After viewing the collection, we will break for tea and apple cider donuts.
Open invitation...even to 'vloggers'.
Free.
Only catch - I do not live in Florida.
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Full schedule released -
Disney’s Contemporary Resort Convention Center—East Registration
8 a.m. – 8 p.m.: Gift Distribution Open
Disney’s Contemporary Resort Convention Center—Sorcerer’s Apprentice Ballroom
7 a.m. – 8 p.m.: Seven Seas Marketplace
Disney’s Contemporary Resort Convention Center—West Rotunda
9 a.m. – 8 p.m.: The Walt Disney Archives: 50 Years of Bringing Home the Magic / Walt Disney Imagineering Presents: 50 Years of Dreaming and Doing Exhibits / Walt Disney Imagineering Illusioneering Lab
Disney’s Contemporary Resort Convention Center—Grand Republic Ballroom & Atlantic B, 2nd Floor
An all-new exhibit curated by the Walt Disney Archives takes you through a half-century journey of merchandise memories of the Walt Disney World Resort. From figurines and packs to pins and plush, relive each exciting decade through the souvenirs that brought “The Vacation Kingdom of the World” home!
9 a.m. – 5 p.m.: Mickey’s of Glendale RSP Pin Pick-Up
Disney’s Contemporary Resort Convention Center—West Registration
General Seating—Sorcerer’s Apprentice Ballroom / Preferred Seating—Fantasia Lobby, Door H
Disney’s Contemporary Resort Convention Center
Please do not arrive before this time; no queue will be allowed prior
7 a.m. – 6 p.m.: Guest Services (including International Will Call) / Gift Distribution
Disney’s Contemporary Resort Convention Center—East Registration
7 a.m. – 7 p.m.: Mickey’s of Glendale Shopping Open
Disney’s Contemporary Resort Convention Center—Ballroom of the Americas, 2nd Floor
7 a.m. – 6 p.m.: Seven Seas Marketplace
Disney’s Contemporary Resort Convention Center—West Rotunda
7 a.m. – 8:45 a.m.: The Walt Disney Archives: 50 Years of Bringing Home the Magic Exhibit / Walt Disney Imagineering Presents: 50 Years of Dreaming and Doing Exhibit / Walt Disney Imagineering Illusioneering Lab
Disney’s Contemporary Resort Convention Center—Grand Republic Ballroom & Atlantic B, 2nd Floor
8:30 a.m.: Doors Open to Fantasia Ballroom
9 a.m. – 12 p.m.: Morning Presentations, including:
12 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.: The Walt Disney Archives: 50 Years of Bringing Home the Magic Exhibit / Walt Disney Imagineering Presents: 50 Years of Dreaming and Doing Exhibit / Walt Disney Imagineering Illusioneering Lab
Disney’s Contemporary Resort Convention Center—Grand Republic Ballroom & Atlantic B, 2nd Floor
1:30 p.m.: Doors Open to Fantasia Ballroom
2 p.m. – 5 p.m.: Afternoon Presentations, including:
7:00 p.m.: Doors Open to Fantasia Ballroom
7:30 p.m.: The Magical Musical World of Encanto
Join filmmakers and special guests for a melodic Saturday evening celebration of the upcoming musical, the 60th animated feature from Walt Disney Animation Studios!
General Seating—Sorcerer’s Apprentice Ballroom / Preferred Seating—Fantasia Lobby, Door H
Disney’s Contemporary Resort Convention Center
Please do not arrive before this time; no queue will be allowed prior
7 a.m. – 6 p.m.: Guest Services / Gift Distribution
Disney’s Contemporary Resort Convention Center—East Registration
7 a.m. – 6 p.m.: Mickey’s of Glendale Shopping Open
Disney’s Contemporary Resort Convention Center—Ballroom of the Americas, 2nd Floor
7 a.m. – 6 p.m.: Seven Seas Marketplace
Disney’s Contemporary Resort Convention Center—West Rotunda
7 a.m. – 8:45 a.m.: The Walt Disney Archives: 50 Years of Bringing Home the Magic Exhibit / Walt Disney Imagineering Presents: 50 Years of Dreaming and Doing Exhibit / Walt Disney Imagineering Illusioneering Lab
Disney’s Contemporary Resort Convention Center—Grand Republic Ballroom & Atlantic B, 2nd Floor
8:30 a.m.: Doors Open to Fantasia Ballroom
9 a.m. – 12 p.m.: Morning Presentations, including:
12 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.: The Walt Disney Archives: 50 Years of Bringing Home the Magic Exhibit / Walt Disney Imagineering Presents: 50 Years of Dreaming and Doing Exhibit / Walt Disney Imagineering Illusioneering Lab
Disney’s Contemporary Resort Convention Center—Grand Republic Ballroom & Atlantic B, 2nd Floor
1:30 p.m.: Doors Open to Fantasia Ballroom
2 p.m. – 5 p.m.: Afternoon Presentations, including:
6:30 p.m.: Doors Open to Fantasia Ballroom
7:30 p.m.: Disney+ Season’s Streamings Ugly Sweater Party
Break out your ugliest sweater and join Disney+ for the grand finale of an incredible weekend with this special holiday celebration that you can’t miss!
d23.com
Friday, November 19, 2021
7 a.m. – 8 p.m.: Guest Services (including International Will Call) OpenDisney’s Contemporary Resort Convention Center—East Registration
8 a.m. – 8 p.m.: Gift Distribution Open
Disney’s Contemporary Resort Convention Center—Sorcerer’s Apprentice Ballroom
7 a.m. – 8 p.m.: Seven Seas Marketplace
Disney’s Contemporary Resort Convention Center—West Rotunda
9 a.m. – 8 p.m.: The Walt Disney Archives: 50 Years of Bringing Home the Magic / Walt Disney Imagineering Presents: 50 Years of Dreaming and Doing Exhibits / Walt Disney Imagineering Illusioneering Lab
Disney’s Contemporary Resort Convention Center—Grand Republic Ballroom & Atlantic B, 2nd Floor
An all-new exhibit curated by the Walt Disney Archives takes you through a half-century journey of merchandise memories of the Walt Disney World Resort. From figurines and packs to pins and plush, relive each exciting decade through the souvenirs that brought “The Vacation Kingdom of the World” home!
9 a.m. – 5 p.m.: Mickey’s of Glendale RSP Pin Pick-Up
Disney’s Contemporary Resort Convention Center—West Registration
Saturday, November 20, 2021
7 a.m.: Fantasia Ballroom Queue OpenGeneral Seating—Sorcerer’s Apprentice Ballroom / Preferred Seating—Fantasia Lobby, Door H
Disney’s Contemporary Resort Convention Center
Please do not arrive before this time; no queue will be allowed prior
7 a.m. – 6 p.m.: Guest Services (including International Will Call) / Gift Distribution
Disney’s Contemporary Resort Convention Center—East Registration
7 a.m. – 7 p.m.: Mickey’s of Glendale Shopping Open
Disney’s Contemporary Resort Convention Center—Ballroom of the Americas, 2nd Floor
7 a.m. – 6 p.m.: Seven Seas Marketplace
Disney’s Contemporary Resort Convention Center—West Rotunda
7 a.m. – 8:45 a.m.: The Walt Disney Archives: 50 Years of Bringing Home the Magic Exhibit / Walt Disney Imagineering Presents: 50 Years of Dreaming and Doing Exhibit / Walt Disney Imagineering Illusioneering Lab
Disney’s Contemporary Resort Convention Center—Grand Republic Ballroom & Atlantic B, 2nd Floor
8:30 a.m.: Doors Open to Fantasia Ballroom
9 a.m. – 12 p.m.: Morning Presentations, including:
- Destination D23 Welcome
- Connections: A Look at the Future of Disney Parks, Experiences and Products – Around the world, we’re re-establishing connections—returning to our happy places with the people who mean the most to us, and making brand-new memories. In this session, DPEP Chairman Josh D’Amaro will share how, even in the most difficult of times, Disney continues to inspire and unite us through connections to beloved people and places… to treasured hopes and dreams… and to the power of magic and endless possibilities. You’ll get a first look at some of the newest projects around the world, and of course a little Disney magic along the way.
- Weird Disney World – The fan-favorite “Weird Disney” returns, as Director of the Walt Disney Archives Becky Cline digs into Disney history to bring you a half century of the wildest and wackiest Walt Disney World moments!
- Walt Disney World Trivia Challenge: The Vacation Kingdom – From Akershus to Ziwani Traders, how well do you know the Walt Disney World Resort? We’ll be putting our audience to the test!
- Planes, Trains, and Monorails: Walt Disney World on the Move Presented by Enterprise® – Host Bret Iwanand an array of Imagineers take us on a journey of Walt Disney World transportation, from Walt Disney’s Airplane to the Disney Skyliner.
- Walt ’70s World– A pop culture-fueled ride through the first of the Disney decades that defined Walt Disney World, featuring former Walt Disney World Ambassadors Ken Facey and Stephen Lim.
12 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.: The Walt Disney Archives: 50 Years of Bringing Home the Magic Exhibit / Walt Disney Imagineering Presents: 50 Years of Dreaming and Doing Exhibit / Walt Disney Imagineering Illusioneering Lab
Disney’s Contemporary Resort Convention Center—Grand Republic Ballroom & Atlantic B, 2nd Floor
1:30 p.m.: Doors Open to Fantasia Ballroom
2 p.m. – 5 p.m.: Afternoon Presentations, including:
- Drawn to Life: Inside Disney’s first Collaboration with Cirque Du Soliel – Cirque du Soleil’s Michel Lapriseand Fabrice Becker sit down with Natalie Woodward of Disney Live Entertainment and legendary Disney Animator Eric Goldberg to look back over the years long process of creating Drawn to Life, from the team’s early Animator’s Trust up to their emotions following the show’s grand opening.
- World Building for Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser – Learn how this all-new two-night immersive experience is coming to life, and how it connects to the broader Star Wars galaxy, with host Ashley Eckstein and an array of the creative minds behind the project.
- Magical Entertainment for the Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary Celebration – Join the Walt Disney World Ambassadors, Disney Live Entertainment Creative Director Tom Vazzana, and some special guests for a look at new experiences created for “The World’s Most Magical Celebration,” along with a few surprises!
- Walt Disney World Trivia Challenge: Art and Flair – How well do you know the art of Walt Disney World and the legendary artists and Imagineers who brought it to life? We’ll be putting our audience to the test!
- The Art and Imagery of Walt Disney World – Join longtime Imagineering executive Peggie Fariss, and Imagineers Gary Landrum, Mike Pucher, and Stacy Shoff as they share stories of 50 years of the most gorgeous, stunning, and fascinating artwork and images behind The Most Magical Place on Earth.
- Walt ’80s World – Join us for a totally awesome pop culture-fueled ride through the second Disney decade that defined Walt Disney World.
- The Park Stars of Walt Disney World – Figment, the Orange Bird, and Bonnie Appetite are just a few of the original characters created just for Disney Parks. Join Imagineers Diana Brost and Jason Grandt as they take you on a journey around Walt Disney World to meet many of the fun personalities that have appeared attractions and shows from 1971 to today!
7:00 p.m.: Doors Open to Fantasia Ballroom
7:30 p.m.: The Magical Musical World of Encanto
Join filmmakers and special guests for a melodic Saturday evening celebration of the upcoming musical, the 60th animated feature from Walt Disney Animation Studios!
Sunday, November 18, 2021
7 a.m.: Fantasia Ballroom Queue OpenGeneral Seating—Sorcerer’s Apprentice Ballroom / Preferred Seating—Fantasia Lobby, Door H
Disney’s Contemporary Resort Convention Center
Please do not arrive before this time; no queue will be allowed prior
7 a.m. – 6 p.m.: Guest Services / Gift Distribution
Disney’s Contemporary Resort Convention Center—East Registration
7 a.m. – 6 p.m.: Mickey’s of Glendale Shopping Open
Disney’s Contemporary Resort Convention Center—Ballroom of the Americas, 2nd Floor
7 a.m. – 6 p.m.: Seven Seas Marketplace
Disney’s Contemporary Resort Convention Center—West Rotunda
7 a.m. – 8:45 a.m.: The Walt Disney Archives: 50 Years of Bringing Home the Magic Exhibit / Walt Disney Imagineering Presents: 50 Years of Dreaming and Doing Exhibit / Walt Disney Imagineering Illusioneering Lab
Disney’s Contemporary Resort Convention Center—Grand Republic Ballroom & Atlantic B, 2nd Floor
8:30 a.m.: Doors Open to Fantasia Ballroom
9 a.m. – 12 p.m.: Morning Presentations, including:
- Disney+ Download at Destination D23 – Fresh off the heels of Disney+ Day, join Disney+ and friends for a look at what’s trending and what’s next for the streaming service.
- Onboard the Disney Wish: Creativity & Inspiration Sets Sail – Hear from Walt Disney Imagineering and Disney Cruise Line Entertainment as they share stories of designing the new spaces on board the next generation of ships in the Disney Cruise Line fleet.
- Walt Disney World Trivia Challenge: The Early Years – From the Florida Project to opening day and beyond, we’ll be putting our audience to the test!
- The Dawn of the Disney World – Join Steven Vagnini, author and historian behind the new Disney Editions coffee table book A Portrait of Walt Disney World: 50 Years of The Most Magical Place on Earth,for an entertaining presentation on the development of the resort, followed by a lively discussion with Global Ambassador for the Walt Disney World Resort 50th Anniversary Celebration George A. Kalogridis, inaugural Walt Disney World Ambassador Debby Dane Browne, and longtime Imagineering executive Peggie Fariss for a conversation about their experiences being a part of the resort’s unveiling and 1971 opening (and beyond). To close out the session, Walt Disney Archives director Becky Cline will host a special appearance by Disney Legend Dick Nunis for a look at how Walt Disney’s greatest dream was transformed into the Vacation Kingdom of the World.
12 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.: The Walt Disney Archives: 50 Years of Bringing Home the Magic Exhibit / Walt Disney Imagineering Presents: 50 Years of Dreaming and Doing Exhibit / Walt Disney Imagineering Illusioneering Lab
Disney’s Contemporary Resort Convention Center—Grand Republic Ballroom & Atlantic B, 2nd Floor
1:30 p.m.: Doors Open to Fantasia Ballroom
2 p.m. – 5 p.m.: Afternoon Presentations, including:
- Delicious Disney: 50 Years of Walt Disney World – Join host Morgan Gaines and authors Pam Brandon and Marcy Carriker Smothers for a half century of culinary history, including stories and a look behind the creation of the new “Delicious Disney Walt Disney World: Recipes & Stories from the Most Magical Place on Earth.”
- From the Vault: Merchandise Memories of Walt Disney World – Actress and fashion icon Ashley Eckstein and the Walt Disney Archives’ own Kelsey Williams join the creative minds behind the latest must-have Walt Disney World collections for a look at the past, present, and future of the merchandise you love to collect!
- Stories of the Walt Disney World Galleries – Meet the Walt Disney Imagineering Collections Team, the Imagineers responsible for curating and caring for the incredible artifacts within the galleries and exhibits found throughout Walt Disney World, and hear the behind-the-scenes stories of creating these unique, authentic, and surprising hidden-gem experiences.
- Walt Disney World Trivia Challenge: Magical Melodies – From bear bands to G Force Records, we’ll be putting our audience to the test on the most memorable musical milestones of Walt Disney World!
- Walt ’90s World – Oh snap! The last of our pop culture-fueled rides through the Disney decades that defined Walt Disney World.
- Musical Attractions of Walt Disney World – Join Imagineers Tom Fitzgerald and John Dennis on journey through 50 years of Walt Disney World music, highlighting songs and scores from some fan-favorite attractions – past and present.
- A FAN-Tastic Finale – The musical culmination an exciting weekend, featuring performances from Disney’s a cappella sensation DCappella, recording artist and star of Broadway’s The Lion King Syndee Winters, and some very special surprises!
6:30 p.m.: Doors Open to Fantasia Ballroom
7:30 p.m.: Disney+ Season’s Streamings Ugly Sweater Party
Break out your ugliest sweater and join Disney+ for the grand finale of an incredible weekend with this special holiday celebration that you can’t miss!
Destination D23 Presented by Topps - D23
Join D23: The Official Disney Fan Club as we celebrate 50 years of the Walt Disney World Resort and more!
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