Hi there, Zoe! Thanks for stopping by planDisney!
The variety of dining options is one of my favorite things about Walt Disney World, so I’m happy to help you with this delectable question.
Let’s tackle your first question first. You don’t need to provide theme park ticket information in order to make dining reservations at locations within the theme parks, but you do need to have a theme park ticket in order to visit the restaurant on the day of your reservation.
Cinderella’s Royal Table requires prepayment when making reservations, so you will need to provide your credit card information.
On to question #2! You can make
dining reservations 60 days in advance and if you’re staying at a Walt Disney World Resort hotel, you can make reservations for your entire trip (up to 10 days) 60 days ahead. Based on the arrival date you provided, that would be January 7, 2026. Cinderella’s Royal Table is a very popular dining spot, so I would be ready to go at 6:00 A.M. (eastern time) on January 7 when new reservations become available. Be sure to put some reminders on your calendar and set your alarm. You don’t want to forget about this important date!
If you’re unable to get a reservation at Cinderella’s Royal Table, I would highly recommend
Akerhus Royal Banquet Hall at EPCOT as an alternative. While it doesn’t have the same royal grandeur as the castle, it does allow guests to meet multiple princesses, and the Scandinavian-inspired menu is fantastic. You might also consider
1900 Park Fare at the Grand Floridian, where guests can currently meet Cinderella, as well as Mirabel, Princess Tiana, and Aladdin (character appearances and entertainment are subject to change). All of the character dining options at Walt Disney World are popular, so be ready to make those reservations 60 days out!
I hope this info helps with your vacation planning, Zoe. Don’t hesitate to come right back to planDisney if you have any other questions or are looking for more tips and recommendations. Your planDisney pals are here to help!
Magical travels!
Matt