A Popular Experience at the D23 Expo Will NOT Be Returning in 2026

The 2025 Destination D23 event might have just concluded, but we are already preparing for next year’s expo! While this year’s event was held at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort at Disney World, next year’s event will return to Anaheim, California, at the Anaheim Convention Center & Honda Center in 2026.

Changes are coming to D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event

The dates have already been announced for next year! D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event will be taking place on August 14th, 15th, and 16th. We just got a HUGE update about what to expect at next year’s event!

According to Scott Gustin on X, Disney recently sent out an email to previous vendors at the D23 Expo letting them know that the Emporium (or vendor booths) will not be returning in 2026. The Emporium was a section of the convention floor that was dedicated to collectors and vendors selling Disney-related merchandise. You could find all sorts of items in the Emporium ranging from pins and collectibles to Disney-inspired art and vintage toys.

From @ScottGustin on X

This was always a special place at the D23 Expo, but it will not be returning to the event in 2026. Disney wrote that “as the event has continued to grow, the show floor has evolved into a highly curated experience focused on Disney storytelling, brand partners, and creative showcases. To best serve our expanding audience and align with this vision, we have made the very difficult decision not to include the Emporium or vendor booths in 2026.”

General Exhibit Floor in 2024

The Emporium is just a small part of the convention floor, but it will not be returning in 2026. You will still be able to stop by booths such as National Geographic, Lucasfilm Ltd., Disney+, Marvel Studios, and more, but there will be no Emporium section.

Avatar Pavilion at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event 2024

This will definitely be a change for those who attend this event every year, as many people have taken to social media to express their sadness about the removal of the Emporium. It was definitely a special place at the expo, and we will be interested to see what Disney adds in its place.