Hi there, Maria! Welcome to planDisney! It's wonderful that you've come to visit us for help planning your upcoming Disney vacation!
Only a few restaurants and dining experiences, such as
Cinderella's Royal Table and
Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue, require advance payment at the time of booking. As of now, ‘Ohana is not one of them. You don’t need to pay in advance, but you will need to provide a credit card to secure your reservation.
Keep in mind that your card won’t be charged when you book, but a fee may apply if you don’t show up or if you cancel too close to your reservation time. It’s always a good idea to review the cancellation policy when booking, just to avoid any surprises.
If you’re hoping to catch the
Magic Kingdom fireworks while dining at
‘Ohana, try booking a reservation about 60 to 90 minutes before the show is scheduled to start. The restaurant has large windows with views of Cinderella Castle, and while not guaranteed, you may be seated in a spot with a great view. They even play from
Happily Ever After, which adds a little extra magic to your meal.
Just remember to check the fireworks schedule for the night you’re visiting and plan accordingly. Let me know if you want help timing your reservation!
Toodles,
Korliss