News Destination D23 2025

[TheMaxRebo]

All checked in at Coronado. Took a walk down to the convention center. It is ripped off and security is roaming but did see in the lobby a Tron Lightcycle photo op that was lit up in red as part of promotion for Tron Ares

 

[DCBaker]

Here are the panels Disney Parks is highlighting:

 

[DisneyHead123]

Here are the panels Disney Parks is highlighting:

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I’m excited. I really feel like there will be one or two fun “mid level” surprises coming.

 

[Splashin' Ryan]

The 'beyond the spires' panel would be the *perfect* place to announce the return of dreamlights, even if it isn't for this year!

 

[Figments Friend]

Methinks all eyes ( and ears ) should be paying attention to the ‘Villians’ panel.

Just sayin’….

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[vikescaper]

At this point, all I am hoping for is the dates for D23 2026.

 

[NotCalledBob]

I'm here. I'm only attending tomorrow, as I have to leave tomorrow night. It's a shame I'll miss the Villians panel, but I'm sure it will be fun!

 

[TheMaxRebo]

Some cool stuff in the Charting the Course exhibit

 

[TheMaxRebo]

And for those interested, this is the gift bag and contents for the General level

 

[Figments Friend]

And for those interested, this is the gift bag and contents for the General level

Looks a bit skimpy this time around.

I remember when I attended Destination D two years ago the Lug backpack was huge and packed FULL with all sorts of tangible items for general admission Guests.
Games, plushies, vinyl figures, Lorcana cards, metal items, pins, patches, keychains, and loads more.
I was impressed.

This time around it looks to be mostly paper goods…

I will say this -
The advertising flyers work.
I was not aware of Bath n’ Body Works doing a ‘Disney Villians’ collection of scents this season.
So thanks for the heads up!

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[TheMaxRebo]

Looks a bit skimpy this time around.
I remember when I attended Destination D two years ago the Lug backpack was huge and packed FULL with all sorts of tangible items.
This looks to be mostly paper goods…

I will say this -
The advertising flyers work.
I was not aware of Bath n’ Body Works doing an’Disney Villians’ collection of scents this season.
So thanks for the heads up!

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It is a nice and large bag, though just gray, not Disney themed. There are a number of pins and buttons and patches and stuff. Also some certificates to redeem for more pins and stuff like that

I will say it is solid / sufficient but not like blowing me away

 

[BrianLo]

A major renovation has been announced for Ratatouille: L'Aventure Totalement Toquée starting this October, with an planned reopening in Spring 2026.

Here's the concept art from the announcement:

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Full details at the link below:

Ratatouille: L'Aventure Totalement Toquée de Rémy – the secret sauce behind an extensive renovation

This October, the family-favourite attraction Ratatouille: L’Aventure Totalement Toquée de Rémy hang up its chef’s hat for a major renovation. The teams at Walt Disney Imagineering Paris and Disneyland Paris are cooking up something truly special – pulling out all the stops to spice up and...

news.disneylandparis.com

I assume most people missed this (because I did).

I must say, increasingly the parks panel seems to have been an active choice as opposed to a content problem. Assuming the villains land details follow.

 

[Gusey]

I assume most people missed this (because I did).

I must say, increasingly the parks panel seems to have been an active choice as opposed to a content problem. Assuming the villains land details follow.

Definitely, the last few weeks we've had the following that would be Destination D23 level announcements and updates:

• Magic of Disney Animation returning to Animation Courtyard (including the area redesign)
• Updates on
  • BTM,
  • Zootopia: Better Zoogether
  • RnR Starring The Muppets
• Ratatouille refurb at DLP
• Tokyo DisneySea's 25th anniversary entertainment

 

[NotCalledBob]

Definitely, the last few weeks we've had the following that would be Destination D23 level announcements and updates:

• Magic of Disney Animation returning to Animation Courtyard (including the area redesign)
• Updates on
  • BTM,
  • Zootopia: Better Zoogether
  • RnR Starring The Muppets
• Ratatouille refurb at DLP
• Tokyo DisneySea's 25th anniversary entertainment

It's a shame. I've got premier seating and can only attend for 1 day (100% personal choice, went into it with my eyes open). But it's fun to announce these things at an event to fans. Im sure those not attending would have enjoyed watching the announcements on a live stream too. I always have when I've been at home and not at the event. More fun than a random blog post.

Obviously for whatever reason Josh can't make it this year?

 

[Disney Analyst]

Someone give my the TLDR… what time is the first panel tomorrow that we think there could be any park news?

 

[Squishy]

Someone give my the TLDR… what time is the first panel tomorrow that we think there could be any park news?

Seems like 9am EST

 

[todd23]

Is the live stream only for D23 members? Or will it be available to all?

I am not a D23 Gold member, but I received an email with live stream info. I'm guessing it requires some sort of log-in?

 

[BrianLo]

Someone give my the TLDR… what time is the first panel tomorrow that we think there could be any park news?

Today is mostly movie news that you’ll wake up to. 12PM PST is the Disneyland adjacent panel followed by a dining panel.

Tomorrow at 6AM PST is when the Villains one gets underway and the beyond the spires at 1150PST

 

[DCLcruiser]

Do we have any idea which event is for announcements? Usually it’s pretty obvious.

 

[TheMaxRebo]

Indications is these 4, with the Villains most likely to have the most