Grand Gathering Experiences
Grand Gatherings are even more magical when you add a Grand Gatherings Experience to the vacation plans. From a sumptuous international dinner with special storytelling for the kids to a rambling safari on the African savannah followed by a delectable dinner featuring African cuisine, choose from four unique experiences available only for Grand Gatherings.
Some Grand Gatherings Experiences are available with the Magic Your Way Package Plus Dining and the Magic Your Way Package Plus Deluxe Dining. All experiences are included with the Magic Your Way Premium or Platinum Packages (8 or more guests required).
Experiences can be booked beginning 180 days in advance up to 3 days prior to the event date (see below for more booking details).
Grand Gatherings are even more magical when you add a Grand Gatherings Experience to the vacation plans. From a sumptuous international dinner with special storytelling for the kids to a rambling safari on the African savannah followed by a delectable dinner featuring African cuisine, choose from four unique experiences available only for Grand Gatherings.
Some Grand Gatherings Experiences are available with the Magic Your Way Package Plus Dining and the Magic Your Way Package Plus Deluxe Dining. All experiences are included with the Magic Your Way Premium or Platinum Packages (8 or more guests required).
Experiences can be booked beginning 180 days in advance up to 3 days prior to the event date (see below for more booking details).
International Dinner & Illuminations Dessert Reception
Welcome to Epcot® for a celebration of international friendship. Be welcomed by well-traveled and fun-loving Auntie Roz while experiencing colors and flavors from around the world. Guests are treated to delicious homemade food, served family-style.
In addition, live musical entertainment and storytelling activities will be shared by Auntie Roz. Children and adults will be delighted when some of our famous Disney characters provide fun and excitement as they invite Guests to dance and interact. Auntie Roz will be happy to recognize birthdays, special occasions and anniversaries with special songs and personal attention. Afterward, everyone will be escorted to a reserved lagoon area for a viewing of "Illuminations: Reflections of Earth" and to enjoy a dessert buffet.
Price: Guests 10+ - $59.99 USD* : Guests 3-9 - $29.99 USD*Meeting Place: Odyssey Restaurant (in Future World, by First Aid)Ticket: Valid Theme Park admission required.
In addition, live musical entertainment and storytelling activities will be shared by Auntie Roz. Children and adults will be delighted when some of our famous Disney characters provide fun and excitement as they invite Guests to dance and interact. Auntie Roz will be happy to recognize birthdays, special occasions and anniversaries with special songs and personal attention. Afterward, everyone will be escorted to a reserved lagoon area for a viewing of "Illuminations: Reflections of Earth" and to enjoy a dessert buffet.
Price: Guests 10+ - $59.99 USD* : Guests 3-9 - $29.99 USD*Meeting Place: Odyssey Restaurant (in Future World, by First Aid)Ticket: Valid Theme Park admission required.
Safari Celebration Dinner
After a beautiful day in any of our parks, imagine the final experience of the evening being the best one yet. This experience begins in Asia, at Disney's Animal Kingdom® Theme Park, by meeting a special guide for an end of the day tour on the Kilimanjaro Safari.
Following this exciting safari, the adventure will continue in the Tusker House Restaurant with a delicious African inspired dinner menu that is served family style and all-you-care-to-eat. Taste a full range of delectable foods that will please even the children. Special Disney Characters will be there for fun and autographs, plus opportunities to have an "up-close" experience with some exotic wildlife. Guests who are celebrating special occasions such as family reunions, birthdays or anniversaries, will be recognized.
Price: Guests 10+ - $59.99 USD* : Guests 3-9 - $29.99 USD*Meeting Place: Flights of Wonder Theatre (in Asia)Ticket: Valid Theme Park admission required.
Good Morning Gathering
Tony, the proprietor (from Disney's "Lady and the Tramp"), welcomes Guests to Tony's Town Square Restaurant for a fun-filled breakfast with plenty of character, including Mickey who will be on hand to mingle with guests. Savor this "all you care to eat" breakfast served right at the table while enjoying songs plus the opportunity to dance and interact with the characters. Tony will be happy to recognize birthdays and special occasions along with a special serenade of "Bella Notte" for anniversaries. At the end of the experience, proceed to one of the most popular attractions in the Magic Kingdom® for reserved seating at the very next show of "Mickey's PhilharMagic".
Price: Guests 10+ - $29.99 USD* : Guests 3-9 - $17.99 USD*Meeting Place: Tony's Town Square Restaurant (Main Street U.S.A.)Ticket: Valid Theme Park admission required.
Magical Fireworks Voyage
This incredible experience features a moonlit voyage around the Seven Seas Lagoon, which provides the perfect viewing location for the "Wishes" fireworks spectacular at the Magic Kingdom®, as well as the "Electrical Water Pageant".
Upon arrival, enjoy a reception with snacks and beverages. Before boarding, Captain Hook and his fumbling first-mate, Mr. Smee, will join everyone for a meet-and-greet on the pier before this exciting journey! Playing host on the vessel for the evening is an unforgettable comedic pirate named "Patch", who guides everyone through the unpredictable waters of the Seven Seas Lagoon, while leading sing-alongs and Disney trivia games. After the fireworks show has ended, the ship heads back to the pier while Patch narrates the exciting story of Peter Pan, who just happens to be awaiting on the boat's return, ready to pose for photos and sign autographs. Guests who are celebrating special occasions, such as family reunions, birthdays and anniversaries, will be recognized.Price: Guests 10+ - $43.99 USD* : Guests 3-9 - $24.99 USD*Meeting Place: See Daily Event Board (Disney's Contemporary Resort lobby)
Custom Events
During a visit to Walt Disney World® Resort, you may want to enjoy a special meal in one of our unique Theme Park private dining locations or beautiful resort catering venues. Available for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or perhaps a dessert reception - groups of 20 or more can celebrate an anniversary, birthday, or any special event. Contact a Grand Gatherings Travel Planner at the Disney Reservation Center to arrange an event.
Booking InformationEach experience is operated on select days of the week. Experiences are limited and subject to change or cancellation. Experiences will be shared by multiple parties. The same experience must be purchased by at least 8 guests in the party ages 3 and up. Reservations can be made up to 180 days in advance but no later than 3 days prior to experience date. Full payment for each experience is required 45 days prior to arrival. Reservations may be modified or cancelled up to 6 days prior to the first experience date without charge for the experience. Prices effective January 1, 2008 and are subject to change.
*Prices include tax and gratuity.
