If you miss a dining reservation at Walt Disney World or Disneyland in 2026, you will generally be charged a "no-show" fee. As of early 2026, the standard penalty is $10 per person on the reservation, which is automatically charged to the credit card on file. To avoid this fee, Disney requires you to cancel or modify your reservation at least two hours before the scheduled time. However, for "pre-paid" or high-demand experiences like Cinderella’s Royal Table or Victoria & Albert’s, the policy is much stricter—missing these can result in the loss of the full pre-paid amount or a much higher fee ($25–$100 per person). If you are running late, it is always best to try and check in via the app or speak to a Cast Member at the podium; they often provide a 15-minute grace period before marking you as a no-show, though this is not guaranteed during peak seasons.