Greetings Rosanne, and welcome to planDisney!
Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique is such a magical experience – I've done it with each of my daughters, who delighted in getting the royal treatment. Let's make sure your princess is all set for some salon-style pampering!
Rosanne, the Castle Package does include a keepsake portrait session with finished prints. However, the website indicates that packages with a keepsake portrait session may not be available after 4:00 p.m. If the portrait session is important to you, you might want to see if you can switch to an earlier appointment. I'd suggest calling the
Disneyland Guest Services phone line and asking to speak with a Cast Member about modifying your existing Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique reservation. Make sure to have the confirmation number that was sent to you via email after making your initial reservation.
I got the Castle Package recently when my three-year-old visited Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique. She chose the pink Aurora gown and a crown. The portrait session was one of the highlights of the experience. It was so fun watching her pose for the photos. I could tell from her gleaming smile that she truly did feel like a princess, or, as I like to say, Bibbidi Bobbidi Beautiful.
My older daughter had a magical makeover at Disneyland a few years earlier with the Courtyard Package. It doesn't include a gown or photo session, but does come with a cute tutu and t-shirt. She wore a princess dress to the park that day and loved having her hair and makeup done by the Fairy Godmother’s Apprentice. She still wears her Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique shirt! All to say, whatever package you choose will lead to enchanted memories.
Now, Rosanne, another idea for you, whether or not you do the portrait session, is to use the
Disney PhotoPass service. There are locations throughout the resort where photographers are ready to capture magical moments against iconic backdrops, like Sleeping Beauty Castle, or with beloved characters, like Mickey Mouse. This would be a fun way to get more photos to commemorate the day. You can even take some special mommy-daughter photos together. I recommend purchasing the
Lightning Lane Multi Pass, which includes unlimited downloads of Disney PhotoPass digital photos from the day. You'll enjoy shorter waits at popular attractions along with an expanded photo gallery.
Another suggestion is to stop by
Royal Hall in Fantasy Faire to meet with Disney princesses. My daughters like to bring an autograph book to collect signatures from each princess they meet. Near the castle, you might encounter the Evil Queen – that would be extra fun when your little one is all dressed up in her princess gear.
Rosanne, I wish I had better news for you as it relates to your 4 p.m. reservation. Regardless of what you decide, I just know your daughter will have the best time. If you have any other questions before your visit, please reach out. We at planDisney are always happy to help!
Wishing you magic,
Kriss