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Walt Disney World

September 21–28, 2026 Β· 11 Guests Β· 6 Adults, 5 Kids

🏨 Bay Lake Tower at Disney's Contemporary Resort
8
Days
4
Parks
9
Character Meals
1
Halloween Party
Days to Go
Mon 21
Arrival · Typhoon Lagoon
Story Book Dining dinner · Snow White & the Evil Queen
Tue 22
Pool Morning + Halloween Party
'Ohana breakfast · MNSSHP 4pm–midnight
Wed 23
EPCOT · Food & Wine Festival
Akershus lunch · booth “dinner crawl” evening
Thu 24
Hollywood Studios
Topolino's breakfast · Hollywood & Vine
Fri 25
Animal Kingdom
Full day · Tusker House dinner
Sat 26
Magic Kingdom · Princess Day
BBB makeover + Cinderella's Royal Table dinner
Sun 27
Magic Kingdom · Ride Day
Chef Mickey's breakfast · out by 6pm
Mon 28
Check-Out & Departure
Fly home from MCO
πŸ§’Bryce38"
πŸ§’Oakley38"
πŸ§’Blakely42"
πŸ§’Lincoln44.5"
πŸ§’Rosalie48"
Mon21Sep
Arrival β€” Typhoon Lagoon
πŸ’§ Typhoon Lagoon✈️ Arrival
🚌 Disney bus from Contemporary
⚠️ Ticket Note: The complimentary water park arrival-day benefit may end Sep 8, 2026. Budget for a separate water park ticket or confirm with Disney. Note: a separate source suggests the water park check-in benefit is returning summer 2026 β€” verify before your trip.
Early AM flight = full day potential. Treat this as a 2–4 hour splash, not a full day. If flights are delayed or kids are fried, pivot to the Bay Lake Tower pool instead.
πŸ’§ Getting There + Tipsβ–Ό
Transport: Disney bus from Contemporary β†’ Typhoon Lagoon, ~20 min.

Height: Ketchakiddee Creek kids' area is for guests 48" or shorter β€” all 5 kids βœ…

Pack in carry-on: Swimsuits, sunscreen, goggles, water shoes, dry outfit.

Dinner: See the character dinner below β€” or keep it easy with Steakhouse 71 / Contempo CafΓ©.
🍽️ Character Dinner β€” Story Book Dining at Artist Pointβ–Ό
Snow White, Dopey, Grumpy & the Evil Queen at Wilderness Lodge β€” a short boat ride from the Contemporary. The enchanted-forest theme sets the Halloween tone on night one. Dinner only. Book July 23 at 6am.
Tue22Sep
Pool Morning + Halloween Party Night
😴 Rest AMπŸŽƒ Party 4pm–midnight
🚝 Monorail β€” steps from your room
Pool all morning β†’ MK at 4pm on party ticket. No park ticket needed today. Eat a real meal before 6pm β€” don't rely on candy all night with 5 kids.
🚝 Getting Thereβ–Ό
Monorail station is inside the Contemporary β€” walk downstairs and board. 5 min to MK. Best hotel access to Magic Kingdom on property.
🍽️ Character Breakfast β€” 'Ohanaβ–Ό
Lilo, Stitch, Mickey & Pluto at the Polynesian β€” one monorail stop away. The only place to meet Stitch. Relaxed family-style breakfast to fuel up before the pool and the party. Book July 23 at 6am.
πŸŽƒ Party Priority Stackβ–Ό
Pick your focus β€” you can't maximize all four with 5 kids:

  • Boo-to-You Parade β€” aim for second showing (better viewing spot)
  • Not-So-Spooky Spectacular fireworks
  • Haunted Mansion (short lines during party)
  • Trick-or-treat trails
  • Fantasyland rides (Dumbo, Small World, Peter Pan)
  • Rare characters only if kids truly care
Best Value NightTuesday = cheapest tier + fewest crowds in Sept
Wed23Sep
EPCOT β€” Food & Wine Festival
🌍 EPCOT
🚌 Direct bus from Contemporary (easiest for group)
Best crowd day for EPCOT. Food & Wine booths for adults, big kid rides in Future World. Build in indoor breaks β€” EPCOT is deceptively exhausting with young kids.
🚌 Getting Thereβ–Ό
Direct Disney bus from Contemporary β†’ EPCOT (~20 min) is easiest for 11 people. Monorail route requires a transfer β€” less ideal with strollers and a big group.
🎒 Must-Do Ridesβ–Ό
  • Frozen Ever After ⚑ LL β€” any height βœ… all kids
  • Remy's Ratatouille Adventure ⚑ LL β€” any height βœ… all kids
  • Guardians of the Galaxy β€” 42" min (Blakely, Lincoln, Rosalie only) Individual LL
  • Seas with Nemo Β· Gran Fiesta Tour Β· Spaceship Earth (good indoor reset)
πŸ‘Έ Characters & Diningβ–Ό
Anna & Elsa meet & greet Β· Akershus lunch (Norway Pavilion) β€” dine with a rotating cast of Belle, Cinderella, Ariel, Aurora, Snow White, Jasmine & Mary Poppins. Then World Showcase + Food & Wine afternoon. Book July 23 at 6am.
🍷 Dinner β€” Food & Wine β€œDinner Crawl”▼
No sit-down dinner tonight β€” graze the festival booths as your meal. Akershus is your big lunch, so work around World Showcase small-plate by small-plate.

Booth game plan: hit your must-try kiosks before the 5–7pm rush, and grab a pavilion table as a home base for the group. Confirmed 2026 booths include The Alps, Australia, India, Spain, Greece, Belgium, Brazil, HawaiΚ»i & β€œGyozas of the Galaxy” β€” most have a kid-friendly bite (mac & cheese, dumplings, desserts).

For the kids: Remy’s Ratatouille β€œHide & Squeak” scavenger hunt (~$10 map) keeps them busy; keep Regal Eagle BBQ in mind as a backup β€œreal dinner.”

Optional: catch an early Eat to the Beat concert (~5:30pm) mid-graze. Check the booth menus a week out to pre-pick favorites.
Optimal DayWednesday = best crowd day for EPCOT all week
Thu24Sep
Topolino's Breakfast β†’ Hollywood Studios
🎬 Hollywood Studios
🚌 Bus/rideshare to Riviera β†’ 🚑 Skyliner to HS
Breakfast at Riviera rooftop, then Skyliner to HS. Accept this as a later-start day β€” use LL heavily. Thursday is one of the best crowd days for HS.
🚑 Transport β€” Important Noteβ–Ό
Contemporary does NOT connect to the Skyliner. Take bus or rideshare to Riviera Resort for Topolino's, then Skyliner β†’ HS (~10 min). Budget extra transfer time for 11 people.
🍳 Topolino's Terrace Breakfastβ–Ό
Mickey, Minnie, Donald & Daisy as French artists β€” unique costumes only here. Upscale plated food, rooftop views, rated #1 character meal at WDW. Book July 23 at 6am.
🎒 Must-Doβ–Ό
  • Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway ⚑ LL β€” any height βœ… all kids
  • Slinky Dog Dash β€” 38" βœ… all 5 kids
  • Rise of the Resistance β€” 40" min β€” Blakely, Lincoln, Rosalie only ⚠️ Bryce & Oakley (38") do NOT qualify
  • Toy Story Mania Β· Disney Junior Β· Frozen Sing-Along Β· Beauty & the Beast Live
🍽️ Diningβ–Ό
Woody's Lunch Box (quick lunch) Β· Hollywood & Vine β€” Minnie's Halloween Dine: Minnie (witch), Mickey (vampire), Donald (astronaut), Daisy & Goofy (cowboy) in Halloween costumes. Book July 23 at 6am.
Optimal DayThursday = one of the best crowd days for Hollywood Studios
Fri25Sep
Animal Kingdom
🦁 Animal Kingdom
🚌 Disney bus from Contemporary
Rope drop at 8am for the headliners, then a midday pool break when the storms roll through (2–3pm). Head back in the evening for a Tusker House dinner before park close β€” a full-but-flexible AK day.
🎒 Must-Doβ–Ό
  • Kilimanjaro Safaris ⚑ LL β€” any height βœ… all kids
  • Festival of the Lion King ⭐ β€” check show times, don't miss
  • Na'vi River Journey β€” any height βœ… all kids
  • Flight of Passage β€” 44" min (Lincoln & Rosalie only) Individual LL
  • Expedition Everest β€” 44" min (Lincoln & Rosalie, thrill-ready)
  • TriceraTop Spin Β· Gorilla Falls Β· Finding Nemo: The Big Blue show
🍽️ Character Dinner β€” Tusker Houseβ–Ό
Donald, Daisy, Mickey & Goofy in safari gear (Donald's Dining Safari) β€” the only character meal in Animal Kingdom. Book an evening seating before park close; African-inspired buffet. Book July 23 at 6am.
🍽️ Quick Bitesβ–Ό
Satu'li Canteen β€” mobile order, best food in AK Β· Flame Tree BBQ β€” quick with great outdoor seating
Flexible ParkAK is forgiving any day β€” rope drop beats the crowds
Sat26Sep
Magic Kingdom β€” Princess Day
🏰 Magic KingdomπŸ‘Έ Princess Day
🚢 Walk or 🚝 Monorail from Contemporary
Park's open late tonight β€” no party, which is exactly why Princess Day lives here now. BBB makeover in the morning β†’ castle photos + Fantasyland rides all day β†’ Cinderella's Royal Table dinner as the grand finale, then fireworks. The girls stay in full princess look from morning through dinner.
πŸ’„ Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique β€” 9–10amβ–Ό
Book an early slot so the makeover lasts all day and sets up ideal castle photos. Bring dresses from home to save money. Book July 23 at 6am. Consider Memory Maker for unlimited photos.
🎒 Fantasyland & Must-Do Ridesβ–Ό
  • Seven Dwarfs Mine Train ⚑ LL β€” 38" min βœ… all 5 kids!
  • Peter Pan's Flight ⚑ LL β€” any height βœ… all kids
  • Under the Sea – Little Mermaid Β· Dumbo Β· It's a Small World Β· Winnie the Pooh
  • Princess Fairytale Hall β€” meet even more princesses
  • Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away β€” new night parade!
🍽️ Cinderella's Royal Table β€” Dinnerβ–Ό
Meet Cinderella in the lobby, then Ariel, Aurora, Jasmine, Snow White & Belle visit your table β€” inside the castle, girls in full princess look. Book July 23 at 6am β€” your #1 booking priority. Requires 2 table service credits per person on the dining plan. Fireworks after.
Open Late ✨No party tonight β€” the day that makes a Cinderella dinner possible
Sun27Sep
Chef Mickey's β†’ Magic Kingdom Ride Day
🏰 Magic Kingdom
🚢 Walk or 🚝 Monorail from Contemporary
Party night for others = a 6pm closure for you, so make it a rope-drop-to-afternoon ride day. Chef Mickey's breakfast at your hotel, walk to MK, hammer the headliners, and be out by 6. Evening: pool + fireworks from the Contemporary.
🍽️ Character Breakfast β€” Chef Mickey'sβ–Ό
Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Goofy & Pluto in chef hats, at the Contemporary β€” steps from your room. Book the earliest slot (7am if available) so you still hit rope drop. Walking to MK is often faster than the monorail.
🎒 Must-Do Ridesβ–Ό
  • Seven Dwarfs Mine Train ⚑ LL β€” 38" min βœ… all 5 kids!
  • Jungle Cruise ⚑ LL β€” any height βœ… all kids
  • Big Thunder Mountain β€” 40" min Β· Haunted Mansion Β· Pirates of the Caribbean
  • TRON Lightcycle Run β€” 48" min (Rosalie only) Individual LL
  • Buzz Lightyear Β· PeopleMover Β· Carousel of Progress (AC reset)
🍽️ Optional In-Park Lunch β€” The Crystal Palaceβ–Ό
Winnie the Pooh, Tigger, Piglet & Eeyore β€” the only Pooh character meal, right inside MK (no extra travel). A great mid-day AC break before you head out by 6. Book July 23 at 6am.
πŸŒ™ After 6pm MK Closureβ–Ό
Pool night Β· Monorail resort crawl (Grand Floridian, Polynesian) Β· Fireworks visible from Contemporary Β· Early pack + calm bedtime
Out by 6pmRope drop critical β€” you lose the park to the party at 6
Mon28Sep
Check-Out & Departure
✈️ Departure
🚐 Prebook Mears Connect or private vans to MCO
Checkout by 11am. Don't do a farewell MK loop unless your flight is genuinely late β€” airport buffer with 5 kids and 11 people's luggage is non-negotiable.
✈️ Getting to MCOβ–Ό
Disney's Magical Express no longer exists. Best options for 11 people:
  • 2 prebooked private SUVs β€” cleanest for a group with luggage, ~35 min to MCO
  • Mears Connect β€” book at mearstransportation.com, standard or express
  • Minnie Van β€” Disney's in-app service, larger vehicles available
Budget 2+ hours before your flight: transport + check-in + TSA with kids.
🍳 Departure Morningβ–Ό
Steakhouse 71 Β· Contempo CafΓ© (quick, mobile order) Β· Or Chef Mickey's if you moved it off Sunday
πŸ“… Key Booking Dates
🚨 RIGHT NOW β€” Don't Wait
Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party tickets for Sep 22. 6 adults ($169) + 5 kids ages 3–9 ($159) = ~$1,811 incl. tax. September dates sell out by early August.
⭐ July 23 at 6am ET β€” Your Single Most Critical Morning
As a Disney resort guest you can book dining for your entire stay on one date β€” 60 days before arrival. Book in this exact order:

1. Cinderella's Royal Table (dinner, Sat Sep 26)
2. Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique (9–10am, Sat Sep 26)
3. Topolino's Terrace breakfast (Thu Sep 24)
4. Akershus lunch (Wed Sep 23)
5. Chef Mickey's earliest AM slot (Sun Sep 27)
6. Story Book Dining (Mon 21) Β· 'Ohana breakfast (Tue 22) Β· Tusker House dinner (Fri 25) Β· Hollywood & Vine (Thu 24)
⚑ September 14 β€” Lightning Lane Booking Day
Disney Resort guests can purchase Lightning Lane 7 days before their stay. Sep 14 is your big LL planning moment β€” not each park morning. Be ready at 7am ET. Book Individual LL (TRON, Rise, Flight of Passage) first, then LLMP by park.
βœ… Before You Arrive β€” Airport Transfer
Prebook airport transfer for 11 guests. Mears Connect (mearstransportation.com) or 2 private SUVs. Don't leave this to day-of Uber with luggage and 5 kids.
🍽️ Character Dining Options
Cinderella's Royal Table
Inside Cinderella Castle Β· Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
βœ… #1 Priorityβ–Ό
🏰 Inside the CastleπŸ‘Έ Princess Dining⚠️ 2 credits on DDP
Characters: Cinderella, Aurora, Ariel, Snow White, Jasmine.
Note: Requires 2 table service credits per person on the dining plan β€” plan accordingly.
Why it's special: Only restaurant inside the castle. Post-makeover magic.
~$45–65+ per person Β· Book July 23 at 6am FIRST
πŸ“… Paired with: Sat Sep 26 Princess Day β€” dinner, after the morning BBB makeover.
Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique
Inside Magic Kingdom Β· Princess Makeover Experience
βœ… #2 Priorityβ–Ό
🏰 Magic KingdomπŸ’„ MakeoverNot a meal
Princess hair, makeup, and costume experience. Best at 10–11am after rope drop. Bring dresses from home to save vs. in-park prices.
Varies by package Β· Book July 23 at 6am β€” second booking after Royal Table
πŸ“… Paired with: Sat Sep 26 β€” 9–10am makeover, castle photos all day, then Royal Table dinner.
Topolino's Terrace β€” Breakfast Γ  la Art
Disney's Riviera Resort Β· Breakfast only
βœ… On Your Planβ–Ό
🚑 Skyliner to HS🍳 Breakfast onlyPlated (not buffet)
Characters: Mickey, Minnie, Donald & Daisy as French artists β€” unique to this restaurant.
Rated #1 character meal at WDW. Skyliner to HS after is seamless.
~$54 adult / $33 child Β· Group cost: ~$489+ before tax Β· Book July 23 at 6am
πŸ“… Paired with: Thu Sep 24 Hollywood Studios β€” bus to Riviera β†’ Skyliner β†’ HS.
Akershus Royal Banquet Hall
EPCOT Norway Pavilion Β· Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
βœ… On Your Planβ–Ό
🌍 EPCOTπŸ‘Έ Princess DiningBuffet + Plated
Characters: Snow White, Cinderella, Belle, Aurora, Ariel β€” best princess variety in one meal. Book for lunch then spend the afternoon at World Showcase.
~$55 adult / $33 child Β· Book July 23
πŸ“… Paired with: Wed Sep 23 EPCOT day β€” right in the Norway Pavilion.
Chef Mickey's
Disney's Contemporary Resort Β· Breakfast & Dinner
βœ… On Your Planβ–Ό
🏰 Steps from your room🍳 BreakfastBuffet
Characters: Mickey, Minnie, Goofy, Donald, Pluto β€” the full Fab Five.
Book earliest slot (7am if available) so you still hit rope drop. Walking to MK may be faster than the monorail.
~$52 adult / $33 child Β· Group: ~$480+ before tax Β· Book July 23
πŸ“… Paired with: Sun Sep 27 MK ride day. If no early slot, consider moving to departure morning (Mon Sep 28).
Hollywood & Vine β€” Minnie's Halloween Dine
Hollywood Studios Β· Lunch & Dinner
βœ… On Your Planβ–Ό
🎬 Hollywood StudiosBuffetHalloween theme Sept
Characters: Minnie, Mickey, Goofy, Pluto in Halloween costumes. Good buffet. Adds character interaction to an otherwise character-light park day.
~$49 adult / $33 child Β· Book July 23
πŸ“… Pairs with: Thu Sep 24 Hollywood Studios day.
Tusker House β€” Donald's Dining Safari
Animal Kingdom Β· Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
βœ… On Your Planβ–Ό
🦁 Animal KingdomBuffet
Characters: Donald, Daisy, Mickey & Goofy in safari gear. The only character meal in Animal Kingdom β€” a natural fit for your Fri AK day (different characters/setting than Topolino's, so both earn their place).
~$52 adult / $33 child Β· Book July 23
πŸ“… Paired with: Fri Sep 25 AK day β€” dinner seating before park close.
The Crystal Palace
Magic Kingdom Β· Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
πŸ’› Recommended Addβ–Ό
🏰 Magic KingdomBuffet
Characters: Winnie the Pooh, Tigger, Eeyore & Piglet β€” the only Pooh character meal, and a character set nothing else on your list covers. Great for the littlest kids, and it's inside MK so it's an easy add with no extra travel.
~$52 adult / $33 child Β· Book July 23
πŸ“… Pairs with: Sun Sep 27 MK ride day.
⚑ Lightning Lane Guide
πŸ“… September 14, 2026 is your big LL day. Disney Resort guests book Lightning Lane 7 days before their stay β€” not morning-of. Be ready at 7am ET. Book Individual LL (TRON, Rise, Flight of Passage) first, then LLMP by park.
🌍 EPCOT β€” Wed Sep 23
MUSTFrozen Ever Afterβ€” any height βœ… all kids
MUSTRemy's Ratatouille Adventureβ€” any height βœ… all kids
GETGuardians of the Galaxyβ€” 42" min (Blakely, Lincoln, Rosalie only)
MAYBESeas with Nemo Β· Gran Fiesta Β· Spaceship Earth Β· Living with the Land
🎬 Hollywood Studios β€” Thu Sep 24
MUSTMickey & Minnie's Runaway Railwayβ€” any height βœ… all kids
MUSTRise of the Resistanceβ€” 40" min ⚠️ Bryce & Oakley do NOT qualify
GETSlinky Dog Dashβ€” 38" βœ… all 5 kids
MAYBEToy Story Mania Β· Frozen Sing-Along Β· Beauty & Beast show
🦁 Animal Kingdom β€” Fri Sep 25
MUSTKilimanjaro Safarisβ€” any height βœ… all kids
GETFlight of Passageβ€” 44" min (Lincoln & Rosalie only) Individual LL
GETNa'vi River Journeyβ€” any height βœ… all kids
MAYBETriceraTop Spin Β· Gorilla Falls Β· shows
🏰 Magic Kingdom β€” Sat Sep 26 + Sun Sep 27
MUSTPeter Pan's Flightβ€” any height βœ… always 60+ min without LL
MUSTSeven Dwarfs Mine Trainβ€” 38" βœ… ALL 5 kids qualify!
GETJungle Cruiseβ€” any height βœ…
GETTRON Lightcycle Runβ€” 48" min (Rosalie only) Individual LL
MAYBEIt's a Small World Β· Carousel Β· Little Mermaid Β· Philharmagic
🍱 Disney Dining Plan
Disney Dining Plan (Table Service) β€” 2026
Kids ages 3–9 eat FREE all year with adult plan purchase βœ… Confirmed for 2026
$98.59 per adult / per night
πŸŽ‰ Kids ages 3–9: $0 / night in 2026
Your group: 6 adults Γ— $98.59 Γ— 7 nights
6 adults Γ— $98.59 = $591.54/night
5 kids ages 3–9 = $0 (free!)
Child under 3 = no plan needed (shares from adult plate)
Total: 7 nights Γ— $591.54 = $4,140.78
🍽️
70
Table Service Meals
10 people Γ— 7 nights. One sit-down restaurant visit for all 10 = 10 credits. ⚠️ Cinderella's Royal Table = 2 credits/person
πŸ₯‘
70
Quick Service Meals
Counter service restaurants. All 10 eat lunch together = 10 credits. 7 group lunches total.
🍦
70
Snack Credits
Dole Whips, Mickey pretzels, popcorn, ice cream bars, bottled drinks. ~1 snack per person per day.
β˜•
10
Resort Mugs
Refillable at any Disney resort (not in parks). Unlimited soda, coffee, tea at your hotel.
πŸ“‹ Example Day β€” All 10 People
β˜€οΈ Breakfast: Chef Mickey's (table service) βˆ’10 TS credits
🌞 Lunch: Satu'li Canteen (quick service) βˆ’10 QS credits
🌴 Afternoon: Dole Whips (snack) βˆ’10 snack credits
After day 1: 60 TS Β· 60 QS Β· 60 snacks remaining
πŸ“Œ Important Rules & Fine Print
βœ…Credits are pooled β€” anyone on the reservation can use any credit. Grandma skips a snack, a kid uses an extra one.
⚠️Cinderella's Royal Table = 2 table service credits per person. That's 20 credits for your group of 10 β€” nearly a third of your 70 total TS credits in one meal.
⚠️Kids ages 3–9 must order from the children's menu where available.
❌Gratuity not included at most restaurants (Cinderella's Royal Table is an exception β€” gratuity included).
❌Resort mugs cannot be used in the parks β€” resort only.
❌Must be purchased as part of a Disney Resort package. Must include all guests ages 10+ for the entire stay.
πŸ“…All credits expire at the end of your stay. Use them or lose them.
πŸ’‘ Is It Worth It for Your Trip?
The math works in your favor given your dining lineup. You have 5 character table-service meals planned (Chef Mickey's, Topolino's, Akershus, Royal Table, Hollywood & Vine). At $50–65+ per person per meal, you'd spend well over $4,000 out of pocket on table service alone for 10 people β€” roughly breaking even before accounting for quick service and snacks.

The Royal Table double-credit catch: Royal Table uses 20 of your 70 table service credits (28%) for one meal. Factor that into your planning β€” you'll have 50 TS credits left for 6 more potential sit-down meals.

The kids-eat-free bonus is the biggest win. Without the promo, kids ages 3–9 would cost ~$31.94/night each β€” that's $223.58/night you're saving, or $1,565 over 7 nights just for the 5 kids.
✈️ Flight Details
πŸ›« Outbound β€” Monday Sep 21 Β· Southwest WN #2438
CMH (Columbus) 5:30am β†’ MCO (Orlando) 7:45am Β· 2h 15m
Arriving 7:45am = full day available. Water park opens ~10am β€” plenty of time to check in and head over. βœ…
Early Arrival βœ…
πŸ›¬ Return β€” Monday Sep 28 Β· Southwest WN #2725
MCO (Orlando) 6:50pm β†’ CMH (Columbus) 9:10pm Β· 2h 20m
Departs 6:50pm β€” plan to leave resort by 4:00pm at the latest. A short farewell MK monorail loop is doable if you're checked out and ready by noon. Budget 2h for MCO check-in + security with 5 kids.
Leave by 4pm ⚠️
🍽️ Character Dining β€” Restaurant Summary
9 meals in the plan + 1 recommended add, plus 3 optional swaps. All open for booking at the 60-day mark β€” reservations start ~July 23–24, 2026 at 6:00am ET. Book Cinderella's Royal Table first.
Restaurant Where Meal Characters Day Status
βœ… The Plan β€” one per day
Story Book Dining at Artist Point Wilderness Lodge Dinner Snow White, Dopey, Grumpy, the Evil Queen Mon Sep 21 βœ… Plan
'Ohana Polynesian Breakfast Lilo, Stitch, Mickey, Pluto Tue Sep 22 βœ… Plan
Akershus Royal Banquet Hall EPCOT Β· Norway Lunch Belle, Cinderella, Ariel, Aurora, Snow White, Jasmine, Mary Poppins (rotating) Wed Sep 23 βœ… Plan
Topolino's Terrace β€” Breakfast Γ  la Art Riviera Breakfast Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Daisy (artist outfits) Thu Sep 24 βœ… Plan
Hollywood & Vine β€” Minnie's Halloween Dine Hollywood Studios Lunch / Dinner Minnie, Mickey, Donald, Daisy, Goofy, Pluto (Halloween costumes) Thu Sep 24 βœ… Plan
Tusker House β€” Donald's Dining Safari Animal Kingdom Dinner Donald, Daisy, Mickey, Goofy (safari gear) Fri Sep 25 βœ… Plan
Cinderella's Royal Table Magic Kingdom Β· Castle Dinner Cinderella (lobby) + Ariel, Aurora, Jasmine, Snow White, Belle Sat Sep 26 βœ… #1 priority
Chef Mickey's Contemporary (your hotel) Breakfast Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Goofy, Pluto (the Fab Five) Sun Sep 27 βœ… Plan
πŸ’› Recommended add
The Crystal Palace Magic Kingdom Lunch Winnie the Pooh, Tigger, Piglet, Eeyore Sun Sep 27 πŸ’› Add
⬜ Optional swaps (distinct characters β€” not scheduled)
1900 Park Fare Grand Floridian Breakfast / Dinner Aladdin, Cinderella, Mirabel, Tiana (only Mirabel & Tiana meal) flexible ⬜ Optional
Cape May Café Beach Club Breakfast Minnie, Daisy, Donald, Goofy (beach attire) Mon Sep 28 (departure) ⬜ Optional
Garden Grill EPCOT · The Land Lunch / Dinner Farmer Mickey, Chip, Dale, Pluto Wed Sep 23 (2nd) ⬜ Optional
Note: Character line-ups rotate and aren't guaranteed on any given day. Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique (Sat, Princess Day) is a makeover, not a meal, so it's not listed here.
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