Grandparents and Grandchildren meet Mickey and Minnie Mouse; Magic Kingdom; carousel
  • On Jul 31, 2025
    Brian from CT Asked Please note that experiences, policies, pricing and other offerings are subject to change and may have changed since the date of this answer.

    What are the best ways to meet characters and can you actually dine with Mickey Mouse?

    Hiya Brian,

    Thanks for stopping by planDisney again—it’s always a delight to chat Disney, especially when it involves character meet and greets! Meeting beloved characters is truly one of the most magical parts of any Disney World vacation. My daughters bring their autograph books on every trip, and nothing beats watching their faces light up when they spot their favorites, especially the one and only Mickey Mouse!

    So, let’s talk about the best ways to meet characters—and yes, you can dine with Mickey himself! One of my favorite ways to meet characters is by booking a character dining experience. The best part is that it is delicious food and visits from some of your favorite Disney pals right at your table. Mickey Mouse makes appearances at several dining locations, including:

    These meals give you a short interaction for Mickey and friends to visit your table, take photos, get autographs, and create core memories without standing in traditional lines. Just note that character appearances are subject to change.  Dining reservations can go fast, so I recommend grabbing them as early as possible—60 days before your trip using the My Disney Experience app.

    If character dining isn’t on the menu for your visit, don’t worry, there are still plenty of ways to meet Mickey and his pals in the parks! Mickey typically greets guests at places like Town Square Theater in Magic Kingdom or Red Carpet Dreams in Hollywood Studios. The My Disney Experience app is your best friend here—it will show you character times, locations, and even which pals are out and about that day.

    I hope this helps you plan a character-filled adventure worthy of a Disney storybook! If you have any more questions, feel free to visit us again.

    See ya real soon, 

    Christina 

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Meet the Panelist: Christina, Florida

Hiya Pal! I am an Instructional Designer by day and a Disney enthusiast by night. As a mom of two princesses, a wife, a runDisney finisher, a Disney Vacation Club member, and an annual passholder, my life is filled with magic. Although we live about an hour away, we love staying at different Disney hotels, visiting the parks, savoring different dining locations, and meticulously planning each trip. Adventure is out there, and I am here to help you find it!  Learn More About Christina

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