Hey there, Katy!
Welcome back to the Disney Parks Moms Panel, and thanks for bringing another great question. I love that you are planning on making a reservation for a
Character Dining experience at the Disneyland Resort. I personally love making a Character Dining reservation on a day I don't plan on visiting the parks as a way to make those days a little more magical. We often like to check out of our room and end our trip with a Character breakfast like those offered at one of the three
Disneyland Resort Hotels.
While Characters who appear at these meals are always subject to change, usually you can be sure that the meal's namesake Character will be present among other Disney pals. For example, Goofy is usually at Goofy's Kitchen, Donald appears at Donald Duck's Seaside Breakfast, Minnie Mouse will be at Plaza Inn for Minnie & Friends - Breakfast in the Park, Mickey hosts Mickey's Tales of Adventure Breakfast Buffet, and Princesses will be attending Disney Princess Breakfast Adventures. Unfortunately there is no way to confirm any Character appearances in the parks or at these Character meals until you are actually present. Reservations for these meals can be made up to 60 days in advance online, on the Disneyland app, or by calling (714) 781-3463.
If Characters are a big priority during your trip, be sure to download and familiarize yourself with the
Disneyland app. Each morning you can check Characters appearing in both Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park so you can plan your day around who you want to meet. Don't forget your autograph book!
I hope this helps, and have a magical day!
-Jennifer