Major Disney EXPO set for August 2013 in Anaheim

The third D23 EXPO will be held Aug. 9-11 2013 at the Anaheim Convention Center.

“The D23 Expo has become a phenomenal way for Disney fans to see everything they love about Disney all in one place — from Disney’s biggest stars and latest innovations to unforgettable performances live on stage,” Steven Clark, head of D23: The Official Disney Fan Club, said in a news release.

Advance tickets for the D23 EXPO 2013 will go on sale at D23Expo.com starting Aug. 9, 2012. D23 members receive special pricing on both one- and three-day tickets to the event, which is also open to the general public.

According to the news release: "More than 40,000 Disney fans attended D23 EXPO 2011, which brought together the entire world of Disney under one roof for three star-studded days and nights. Fans were treated to appearances by superstars like Robert Downey Jr., Scarlett Johansson, Regis Philbin and Billy Crystal; enjoyed performances by Dick Van Dyke, The Muppets and Disney princess voice talent Jodi Benson, Paige O’Hara, Lea Salonga and Anika Noni Rose; previewed concept art and attractions coming from Disney Parks and Walt Disney Imagineering; glimpsed back at Disney’s rich history through extraordinary panels, presentations and exhibits; and discovered the newest entertainment, technology, and products from The Walt Disney Company."

Highlights of the D23 EXPO 2013 will include: the 2013 Disney Legends Ceremony, which honors the talented men and women who have made significant contributions to the Disney legacy; Treasures of the Walt Disney Archives, a treasure trove of crown jewels from the Walt Disney Archives; a Collectors Forum, where Disney fans can buy, sell and trade Disney collectibles, memorabilia and merchandise; and opportunities to see what is on the horizon for Disney.