Hiya Paula!
Thank you so much for stopping by planDisney with your dining reservation question! I love that you’re already thinking ahead for your December trip—that’s the perfect way to make sure your Disney days are sprinkled with all the dining magic.
So, let’s dive right in! If you’re staying at a Disney hotel, you’ll be able to make your
dining reservations 60 days before your arrival, and here’s the best part—you can book for your entire stay (up to 10 days) starting at 6:00 AM EST on that 60-day mark. If you’re staying off property, you can also book 60 days ahead, but it’ll be day by day.
I saw you’re arriving on December 12, so make sure you’ve got October 13 circled on your calendar—that’s your big day to snag those coveted reservations!
And speaking of coveted… if you’ve got your heart set on
Be Our Guest Restaurant or
Cinderella’s Royal Table, I highly recommend booking right when that window opens. These spots are as popular as a seat at the enchanted dinner table with Lumière himself!
You can make reservations right in the
My Disney Experience app—just tap “Reserve Dining,” select your party size and date, and if you’re flexible, you can even check a range of dates to see what’s available. I also love using the filter by location—it helps narrow things down if you know which park or resort you’ll be in.
Here’s another little tip I’ve learned: If you have your heart set on one specific restaurant, go directly to that restaurant’s page on the
Disney World website and search availability there. It saves time and focuses your search.
And don’t forget to include everyone in your reservation count, even the tiniest Mouseketeers. It helps Cast Members set up the perfect table for your party and keeps things running smoothly when you arrive.
Paula, I hope this helps you feel even more prepared for your magical dining adventure! If you have any more questions, feel free to visit us again.
See ya real soon!
Christina