Hello, Alicia!
Thank you so much for stopping by planDisney with a great planning question. Wow! You will be arriving at the Walt Disney World Resort in just a few days! The magic is calling and the
50th Anniversary Celebration awaits you and your family. So many new experiences were created just for the party. My favorite is
Disney’s Fab 50 Character Collection. You will find 50 golden statues displayed across all 4 theme parks. Your mission is to find them all!
Yes, there is always hope of getting a last-minute Advanced Dining Reservation at a
Character Dining location. Remember, Guests have plans that change all the time. If someone cancels a reservation, you have just as much of a chance of getting it as anyone else. I recommend that you keep checking the My Disney Experience app once you arrive. Many Guests canceled plans the night before.
My Favorite Character Dining experiences are those where I can see the Big Cheese himself, Mickey Mouse. However, during the phased reopening, keep in mind that some dining experiences may be modified or altered. I love
Chef Mickey’s at Disney’s Contemporary Resort, the food is great, and you do not need a park pass reservation to dine here. Another favorite of mine is
Tusker House Restaurant located in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Both of the locations and a few others have the option to join their Walk-Up List in the My Disney Experience mobile app. This allows you to add your party to the list without visiting the restaurant first. You can find this option by locating the restaurant in the
My Disney Experience mobile app and tapping
Join Walk-Up List to get started. Confirm your dining party’s details and you will be notified when a table is available.
Have a magical time!
Andrea