Hi Heather,
October is a wonderful time to visit Walt Disney World Resort. With lower crowds, mild weather and special events like Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party and Epcot's Food & Wine Festival, you're bound to have a magical time. For the past few years, guests have enjoyed a special offer of "free dining" during the month of October. I cannot guarantee Disney will offer this again, but I'd keep an eye out on the
"Special Offers" page during the summer months. Generally, fall discounts are released somewhere between July and August.
In my experience, if Disney releases a special offer after I've already booked my trip, I've simply contacted Disney reservations to modify my existing reservation. Each time I've done so I've been successful in applying the new discount to my existing reservation.
I'll keep my fingers crossed for you that "free dining" will again be offered, Heather. Any other questions? We're delighted to help.
Sherri