When can you book Disney character breakfast?

Reservations can currently be made up to 60 days in advance, which you can do on the Walt Disney World website. As with all table service meals, to book a character meal, you must provide Disney with a credit card number.



For a Walt Disney World character breakfast in 2026, the standard booking window opens 60 days in advance at approximately 6:00 AM EST. If you are staying at a Disney Resort hotel, you have a significant advantage: you can book for your entire stay (up to 10 days) starting 60 days before your check-in date, effectively giving you an "80-day" window for the later part of your trip. Popular spots like Chef Mickey’s or Topolino’s Terrace often fill up within minutes of the window opening. At international parks like Tokyo Disney Resort, the rules differ; for example, guests at the Disney Ambassador Hotel can book character breakfasts from 10:00 AM one month before their visit. In 2026, it is highly recommended to use the "My Disney Experience" app to secure these reservations, as "walk-up" availability for character dining is virtually non-existent due to the high demand for "Free Dining" packages that Disney re-introduced for the 2026 season.

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The Disney advance dining reservations phone number is 407-WDW-DINE (407-939-3463). Remember—booking by phone opens at 7AM Eastern Time, but restaurants may be available for booking online as early at 5:45AM Eastern. Finally, you can have someone else do all this for you.

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From a Minnie and friends' meet-and-greet at a bountiful breakfast buffet to fin-tastic fare in a mermaid's grotto with Ariel and friends, Character Dining is available at theme park and hotel locations.

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In our humble frogpinion, these character experiences at the Disney World Resort hotels are every bit as special as those in the theme parks. You don't have to be staying at the host resort to hop over for a meal.

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by calling the Disney Dining Reservation Service on 0800 085 0671 with your Disneyland Paris reference number. Please note: breakfast with Disney Characters is not included in the Extra Plus option.

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It is entirely up to you how long you spend at a Disney Character Breakfast. The one at Crystal Palace is a buffet, so you can get your food immediately and begin eating. However, if you want to spend time with the fabulous Characters, then it will probably take longer than the allotted 45 minutes.

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Guests can make advance dining reservations online or via the Disneyland app. Same-day reservations can be made on a limited basis and are subject to availability.

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For those new to Disney travel, “character meals” are dining experiences in which Disney characters meet and greet guests in the restaurant. Disney pals generally travel from table to table, stopping to interact with each party for a hug, photo, autograph, or possibly a conversation.

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The Disneyland Princess breakfast is available Thursdays - Mondays only from 8am - 12pm. Reservations can be made 60 days in advance online or over the phone. We recommend securing your reservation through this dining link.

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You'll have the chance to enjoy your meal in one of these rooms inside the Beast's castle from Beauty and the Beast located in Fantasyland. This isn't character dining, but is described as “unique/themed dining.” That said, you do have the chance to greet one popular character from the 1991 animated film — The Beast!

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I go for the overall experience. I love seeing my kids light up when interacting with characters, who take their time at each table. A lot of guests rush through long lists of to-dos at Disney World. For me, character dining is about slowing down and savoring that iconic Disney magic.

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We'll go through an overview of each experience below, grouped by location, as well as our top tips for making the most out of your character dining experience. Remember that valid park admission and a park reservation are required to dine inside the theme parks.

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Bring Non-Perishable Breakfast Foods From Home Things like granola bars, protein bars, instant oatmeal, and even cereal (you can always buy milk once you get to your hotel) are non-perishable and you don't have to worry about them getting smushed in your luggage.

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Guests can dine on a royal feast while enjoying the company of Disney Princesses such as Cinderella, Ariel, Jasmine, Aurora, Snow White, and Belle, who visit each table for photos and autographs. The restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and offers a variety of options for each meal.

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