Hi, Christi! I wish I had Madame Leota's crystal ball to help us with this question! The Moms Panel is not provided any information beyond what can be found publicly, so we don't know when, or if, free dining plans will be offered this fall. I don't even fell confident recommending a particular time to you because, in the past, making my own reservations, I have misjudged the weeks it was offered. What I can tell you is that making changes in your reservation once they are released is easy, so go ahead and make a reservation. When (or if) promotions are released, you can modify your reservation to include the deal, subject to availability. Disney will not automatically modify your reservation, you will need to call 407-W-DISNEY to check availability and make the change, if possible. I have been able to switch Resorts and travel weeks to get this promotion in the past. There will not be a fee to update the same reservation with the promotion. Keep an eye on the
Special Offers page for one that might work for you, your travel dates, and your accommodations. Happy planning and have a Magical vacation