Welcome to the Disney Parks Moms Panel, Nicole!
During my family’s last Walt Disney World Resort vacation, we decided to send the kiddos off to the
Sandcastle Club since we were conveniently staying at
Disney’s Beach Club Resort. I can tell you that it won’t be the last time we use this excellent service! Our girls loved that they got to bake chocolate chip cookies and have a luau party with Chip and Dale! They didn’t want to leave and kept asking us to send them back the next day! There are currently no schedules available ahead of time, but you should be able to ask upon check-in at your Disney Resort hotel for additional information. I can say with certainty that even IF there happen to be pirate activities during their stay, they will still enjoy themselves thoroughly! If you are staying at (or near) Disney’s Beach Club Resort, you can stop by the Sandcastle Club during its operating hours to request additional information. There are often same-day reservations available, but you can also book up to 180 days in advance, and there is a 24 hour in advance cancellation policy in order to avoid a fee. Our daughter has a severe nut allergy and I was very happy with how much care they took to inform us about possible cross-contamination and to find solutions that made us comfortable. When you check your children into the club, the friendly Cast Members will ask if they will be dining with them and you (or your children) will be able to select the dinner and snack options. What I love about this Children’s Activity Center is that it has a flat rate for the entire evening, so there is no need to rush back!
I hope my answer has helped you with your planning and that you come and visit us again soon!
Jen