Experience some of Central Florida’s best restaurants during Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining® presented by Orlando Health. Returning August 14 through September 30, 2026, this popular Orlando dining event features three-course dinners at more than 180 participating restaurants—all for just $40 or $60 per person.
Make it a complete Orlando getaway with a stay at Lake Buena Vista Resort Village & Spa. Our spacious multi-bedroom suites place you near Walt Disney World® Resort, Disney Springs® and many of the Orlando area’s top dining destinations.
Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining 2026
Celebrating its 21st year, Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining gives visitors and local residents an opportunity to discover award-winning restaurants, celebrity-chef concepts, MICHELIN Guide selections and neighborhood favorites at an exceptional value.
Each participating restaurant offers a specially curated three-course, prix-fixe dinner for either $40 or $60 per person. Guests can select an appetizer, entrée and dessert from the restaurant’s official Magical Dining menu.
2026 Magical Dining Event Details
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Event dates: August 14–September 30, 2026
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Dinner price: $40 or $60 per person
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What is included: One appetizer, one entrée and one dessert
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Participating locations: More than 180 Orlando-area restaurants
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Additional costs: Tax, gratuity and beverages are not included
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Reservations: Strongly encouraged, especially for weekends and popular dining times
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Coupons required: No coupons, vouchers or flyers are needed
How Does Orlando Magical Dining Work?
Planning your Magical Dining experience is easy:
1. Explore Participating Restaurants
Browse the official list of participating restaurants and review their special three-course menus. Restaurants are available throughout the Orlando area, including Lake Buena Vista, Disney Springs, Celebration, International Drive, Restaurant Row, Winter Park and downtown Orlando.
VIEW PARTICIPATING RESTAURANTS AND MENUS
2. Make a Dinner Reservation
Select your preferred restaurant, date and dining time. Walk-ins may be accepted at some locations, but early reservations are strongly recommended because popular restaurants and weekend times can fill quickly.
3. Request the Magical Dining Menu
When you arrive, ask your server for Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining menu if it is not already provided. Choose your appetizer, entrée and dessert, then enjoy your three-course Orlando dining experience. No coupon, promotional code or voucher is required.
Enjoy Great Food for a Great Cause
Every Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining meal helps support the Central Florida community. Through Visit Orlando, $1 from every $40 dinner and $2 from every $60 dinner benefits OCA—Opportunity, Community, Ability—and six additional local nonprofits that support individuals with autism and other developmental differences and their families. Since 2009, Magical Dining has raised nearly $3.3 million for local nonprofit organizations, allowing guests to enjoy an unforgettable meal while contributing to an important cause.
Where to Stay for Orlando Magical Dining
Turn your dinner reservation into a relaxing Orlando escape at Lake Buena Vista Resort Village & Spa. Our convenient location makes it easy to explore participating Magical Dining restaurants throughout Lake Buena Vista and the greater Orlando area.
After dinner, return to the space and comfort of a condo-style suite with room for everyone to unwind.
Resort Highlights
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Spacious one-, two-, three- and four-bedroom suites
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Separate living and dining areas
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Fully equipped kitchens
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In-suite washers and dryers
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Private balconies in select suites
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Pirate-themed pool and relaxation pool
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Reflections Spa & Salon
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On-site restaurants and dining options
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Convenient location near Walt Disney World® Resort
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Outlet shopping located next door
Whether you are planning a romantic dinner, a friends’ getaway or a family trip to Orlando, our multi-bedroom suites provide more room to relax between dining reservations and theme park adventures.
Make It a Magical Dining Getaway
Magical Dining takes place during one of the best times to visit Orlando. Late summer and early fall can bring greater travel value, making it easier to combine memorable meals with theme park visits, shopping, spa treatments and time by the pool. Plan a midweek stay for an even more relaxing experience, then explore different Magical Dining restaurants throughout your visit. With dozens of cuisines and dining neighborhoods to choose from, every evening can offer something new.
Plan Your 2026 Orlando Culinary Escape
Come for Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining and stay for everything else Orlando has to offer. Lake Buena Vista Resort Village & Spa gives you a spacious home base near dining, entertainment, shopping and world-famous theme parks.
Explore our latest Orlando hotel offers and start planning a flavorful getaway for August or September 2026.
Orlando Magical Dining Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When is Orlando Magical Dining in 2026?
A: Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining runs from August 14 through September 30, 2026.
Q: How much does Magical Dining cost?
A: Participating restaurants offer three-course dinners for either $40 or $60 per person. Tax, gratuity and beverages are not included.
Q: What is included in a Magical Dining dinner?
A: Each dinner includes a choice of appetizer, entrée and dessert from the participating restaurant’s special prix-fixe menu.
Q: Do I need a coupon for Magical Dining?
A: No. Coupons, vouchers and flyers are not required. Simply reserve a participating restaurant and request its Magical Dining menu.
Q: Are reservations required?
A: Reservations are not always required, but they are strongly encouraged. Popular restaurants and weekend dining times may fill quickly.
Q: Where can I find participating Magical Dining restaurants?
A: The complete list of participating restaurants and their menus is available on the official Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining website.
Where should I stay for Magical Dining near Disney World?
Lake Buena Vista Resort Village & Spa offers spacious multi-bedroom suites near Walt Disney World® Resort, Disney Springs® and Orlando-area dining destinations, making it a convenient home base for a Magical Dining getaway.
