Hello Eileen!
It is a pleasure to welcome you to the Disney Parks Moms Panel! I can see that you have a whole day of fun and special activities planned for your upcoming visit to the place where dreams come true!
Since you are arriving by car, I recommend using the regular
parking lot at Magic Kingdom Park as it seems to me that you are planning to spend your day at the park. Please note that preferred parking is also available in case that interests you. This option will provide you with parking options located closer to the Transportation & Ticket Center where you will board the monorail or a ferry boat to Magic Kingdom Park. Travel times from TTC to the park usually take about 15 to 20 minutes.
I recommend arriving early in the morning, as you will be allowed to enter the park and walk around Main Street U.S.A. one hour before official park opening time. About 5 minutes prior to park opening time you can catch
Let the Magic Begin which is a beautiful 5-minute welcome show (not a parade) that takes place daily right in front of Cinderella Castle. This means you will have plenty of time before breakfast at
Chef Mickey’s. However, please note that Guests are advised to arrive at their dining location approximately 15 minutes before their reservation, so plan to leave the park at around 9:40 a.m. You can walk to Disney’s Contemporary Resort or you can take the monorail.
I hope this helps you while planning, Eileen! Please stop by real soon with more questions!
Best magical wishes,
Thiana