Hi, there!
Welcome to planDisney, Kelly. We're delighted to hear you're planning a visit to the
Disneyland Resort! We'd love to help you plan a magical trip.
Booking a
Character Dining Experience is a must-do for my family's Disney vacations. What could be better than incredible food and the unforgettable company of beloved Disney Characters, all in one place?
You ask excellent questions about booking a Character Dining Experience at the Disneyland Resort. It's important to include everyone in your party in the reservation, even the little ones who are under the age of 2. If you find better luck booking two reservations for two smaller parties rather than one large party, that shouldn't be a problem! I once traveled with my extended family of 14, and there were several instances in which we had to book two
dining reservations at the same time for our one large party. When we arrived at the check-in stand, we simply told the Cast Member there that we were one party and that we preferred to be seated together. It sometimes meant a bit of a wait, but we were always seated together at one large table or at two tables next to one another.
I hope this was helpful, Kelly. Please let us know if you have any other questions about your visit to the Disneyland Resort!
Ashley