Hi Sherry!
The Fantasmic dinner package is a great way to see the performance AND enjoy a great dinner at the same time!
With this package, there are two 1 credit dining plan options:
Mama Melrose's Ristorante Italiano, an Italian-style table service restaurant or
Hollywood & VIne which offers a buffet. If you'd like to splurge a little, the
Hollywood Brown Derby offers an incredible, signature dining experience for 2 dining credits per person.
Reservations for the Fantasmic dinner package can be made 180 days in advance by calling 407-WDW-DINE. Be sure to specify that you'd like the Fantasmic Dining Package when you call. When you make your reservation, you will need to leave a credit card to guarantee your reservation. Your card will not be charged unless you fail to show for your reservation without cancelling in advance.
Park hours and the Fantasmic schedule are typically released about 6 months in advance. Currently, this includes through February 2011. If I have to guess (and its a total guess on my part!!), I'd say to check the
calendar page for Hollywood Studios in about 6 weeks or so.
Hope this helps! Have a great vacation!