Hi again, Eileen! Thanks for bringing another great question to the Disney Parks Moms Panel!
Belle just happens to be my favorite character, so I love whenever I have the opportunity to meet her! She occasionally meets at Royal Hall in Fantasy Faire with two other princesses. Additionally, she can be seen during the
retelling of Beauty and the Beast at Royal Theatre also in Fantasy Faire. This is a fun and quick version of the beloved story and sometimes Belle will briefly greet Guests after the show in the courtyard. You will want to use the Disneyland app when you are in the parks to look up locations and times to meet Belle and all your favorite characters.
Finding Beast is a little more tricky. To my knowledge, the only opportunity to get a glimpse of Belle’s beau is during a brief magical moment when the Disneyland Band is performing in front of Sleeping Beauty Castle, usually in the early afternoon. The pair quickly make an entrance and dance as the band plays “Be Our Guest.” After that, they whisk through Fantasyland where you may be able to snap a quick photo or just wave as they pass by.
If Belle and Beast are needed at Beast’s castle during your visit, you can at least enjoy some tasty food inspired by the movie at the
Red Rose Taverne. Serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner, this quick service option has everything from a croque madame to poutine, and even “the gray stuff!” Wash it all down with Gaston’s Favorite Brew and you will have the perfect Beauty and the Beast meal.
I hope your visit to the Happiest Place on Earth is full of magic and memories!
-Linda