D23 is giving members an exclusive look inside ESPN Headquarters in Bristol, Connecticut, on April 24, 2026, with tickets going on sale Thursday, March 12, at 10 a.m. PT / 1 p.m. ET at D23.com.
What the D23 ESPN Experience Includes. Members will check in at the ESPN Welcome Center before heading into the studios behind some of the network’s most popular shows. The tour also walks guests through hallways featured in the iconic “This is SportsCenter” commercials, through ESPN network operations, and past original ESPN memorabilia, including a vintage studio set.
A meet and greet with App-E, ESPN’s first-ever mascot, is also part of the package. Morning tour attendees receive breakfast; afternoon tour attendees receive lunch. Every ticket includes an event credential and a gift from ESPN The Store.
ESPN The Store Access. D23 members on this tour will be among the first to shop the newly reimagined ESPN The Store, which features gear exclusive to the Bristol campus through a dedicated Bristol Collection. Select items from The Walt Disney Company Store will also be available.
Pricing and Ticket Details. Tickets are $249 plus a $3 processing fee for D23 Gold Members and $299 plus a $3 processing fee for General Members. Each D23 member may purchase one ticket for themselves and one for a guest. All attendees must be 18 or older and must present a valid government-issued ID matching the name on their ticket. Tickets are non-transferable, and all sales are final.
Tour Times and Location. The event runs Friday, April 24, 2026, with two tour windows: a morning tour beginning at 7:45 a.m. and an afternoon tour beginning at 10:45 a.m. The host hotel is Home2 Suites by Hilton Bristol, located at 90 Century Drive in Bristol, CT.
Members with accessibility needs should contact GuestRelations@D23.com before April 17, 2026. Note that specific tour elements may vary due to the working nature of the ESPN campus.
A Rare Look Inside One of Disney’s Most Recognizable Properties. ESPN has been based in Bristol since 1979, and the campus has never been open to the general public for tours. This D23 event gives members a structured, credentialed way into an otherwise off-limits facility, making it one of the more distinctive experiences the fan club has offered outside of the theme parks.
Tickets go on sale Thursday, March 12, 2026, at 10 a.m. PT / 1 p.m. ET. For the latest on D23 events and Disney news, stay with Fantasy Land News.
D23 Is Offering Members an Exclusive Tour of ESPN Headquarters in Bristol This April
Frequently Asked Questions
When do D23 ESPN Experience tickets go on sale?
Tickets go on sale Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 10 a.m. PT / 1 p.m. ET through D23.com.
How much do tickets cost?
Gold Members pay $249 plus a $3 processing fee. General Members pay $299 plus a $3 processing fee.
Can I bring a guest?
Yes. Each D23 member may purchase one ticket for themselves and one for a guest. Both must be 18 or older.
What is included with the ticket?
The ticket includes an event credential, a gift from ESPN The Store, the campus tour, access to ESPN The Store, a meet and greet with App-E, and either breakfast or lunch, depending on your tour time.
What are the tour times?
There is a morning tour starting at 7:45 a.m. and an afternoon tour starting at 10:45 a.m. on April 24, 2026.
Is recording allowed during the tour?
No. Video and audio recording of any kind is strictly prohibited throughout the tour.
Are tickets refundable?
No. All ticket sales are final with no cancellations or refunds for any reason.
What do I need to bring for entry?
A valid D23 Membership card (physical or through the D23 App), your event ticket, and a government-issued ID matching the name on the ticket.
