Bibbidi, bobbidi, boo! Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique is here to make your little tadpoles' dreams come true! Princesses and knights ages 3 to 12 can enjoy magical transformations with the help of the Fairy Godmother’s Apprentices — and now the Fairy Godmother even makes special visits as part of the experience! Guests can currently book reservations at the Magic Kingdom location. The Disney Springs and Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa locations will reopen at a later date. We hopped over with Lily and have updated our guide with all of the magical details!
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FAQs
- Where is Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique located at Walt Disney World? You’ll find Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique inside Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom. There are also locations at Disney Springs and Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, though they have not yet reopened.
- What ages can participate in Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique? The experience is designed for children ages 3 to 12 who want to be transformed into princesses or knights.
- How do I make a reservation for Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique? You can make reservations online through the My Disney Experience app or the Walt Disney World website up to 60 days in advance. Spots fill quickly, so it’s best to book early.
- What’s included in a Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique makeover? Depending on the package, transformations may include hairstyling, makeup, nail polish, accessories and even a princess gown or knight shirt. Plus, visits from the Fairy Godmother are now part of the experience!
Overview of Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique at Disney World
Bibbidi, bobbidi, boo! With these three magical words, the Fairy Godmother transformed Cinderella from a ragged maid into a beautiful princess, complete with a carriage. As if a trip to Disney World isn't filled with enough pixie dust, your prince or princess can receive the same royal treatment as Cinderella at Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique.
Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique offers a magical makeover experience in an equally magical setting. It's an experience your tadpoles will treasure. It's also one you'll save for the scrapbooks — Lily still talks about her Bibbidi Bobbidi makeover all the time!
Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique has three locations at Walt Disney World Resort — one next to Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom, one at Disney Springs and one at Disney's Grand Floridian Hotel & Spa.
* At the time of publication, only the Magic Kingdom location has returned. For any location, however, you'll need to make a reservation ahead of time. The original location is, of course, next door to Cinderella Castle. As you might imagine, this location books up pretty quickly, so be sure to hop to it if your prince or princess wants to head to the castle!
You can also find a Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique at both Disneyland and on each of the Disney cruise ships!
Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique Reservations
We highly recommend making reservations for this experience. It's really popular! The reservation policy for Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique is the same as for advance dining reservations. Guests staying at a non-Disney Resort hotel can make reservations up to 60 days in advance. Those staying at a Disney Resort hotel can make a reservation for any day of their stay (up to 10 days) starting 60 days from their arrival.
This means resort guests have an advanced opportunity to reserve a time over non-resort guests. For example, on May 1, the furthest date out that a non-resort guest could start making a reservation is June 30 (60 days from May. 1). However, for example, a resort guest arriving on Aug. 30 could make their reservation for a later date such as Sept. 5. For resort guests, you may want to plan a Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique appointment near the end of your trip (when you can reserve 60+ days in advance) instead of when you first arrive.
Reservations are now available for booking. You'll need to include a credit card while booking, but the card will not be charged until your visit. If visiting the Magic Kingdom location, you'll need to make sure you have valid park admission and a park reservation (if you're an annual passholder). You won't need to choose the specific package until your actual appointment, so you'll just be booking the reservation for now.
Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique Packages and Pricing
At the Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique, tadpoles from ages three to 12 can have their very own Fairy Godmother Apprentice give them a royal makeover. There are various packages to choose from, and they are available to any gender, so your child can decide if they want to be a princess or a knight. You'll want to plan for up to 90 minutes for this magical transformation. The following prices and packages are subject to change.
- The Fairy Tale Package (starting at $119.99+ tax) includes hairstyling, shimmering makeup, princess sash and cinch bag, nail polish and Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique T-shirt (pictured above).
- The Kingdom Package (starting at $229.99 + tax) includes hairstyling, shimmering makeup, princess necklace, sash and cinch bag, nail polish, a Disney Princess gown of their choosing, Disney Princess crown and wand (not including shoes).
- The Adventure Package (starting at $59.99 plus tax) includes hairstyling with gel, a sword and shield and a knight shirt.
You'll let the cast members know which package you want when you are brought into your appointment. While waiting in the lobby, you are provided a binder so you can look at all the package options. You can also find this information online. You'll go from the lobby to the shop, where assorted princess dresses and accessories are available for purchase.
PhotoPass photographers make the rounds and take photos of the experience. However, please note that the experience does not include images. You'll receive a PhotoPass card with all of your child's transformation photos. Once you can link to your account, you'll see the watermarked photos. You can either decide to purchase individual photos or buy through Memory Maker, which allows unlimited digital downloads for your entire trip.
The Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique Experience
At Magic Kingdom, you'll find the Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique behind Cinderella Castle just before Prince Charming Regal Carrousel. After checking in, a Fairy Godmother Apprentice will lead you from the lobby to the shop. You'll let them know which package you want and if you will be purchasing any dresses, prince or knight costumes or accessories. Certain dresses will be included in the price depending on the package.
You can find most of the pieces throughout Walt Disney World. However, some are exclusive to the shop, such as higher-end tiaras. You can also bring your own princess dress, like we did with Lily.
Once ready, you'll head to the fitting room where the Apprentice will go over the different hairstyles, such as a bun with a tiara or a royal braid adorned with accessories. You'll then get a special message from the Fairy Godmother! But that's just the start — sometime during your visit, you'll also receive an in-person visit from the Fairy Godmother! (She doesn't have a set schedule, but we've seen her roaming the salon and then meeting at Sir Mickey's for boutique guests to take photos with her.) Your child will then adorn their royal attire and head back out to the shop. You'll then pay for the package and your Fairy Godmother's Apprentice will walk you over to the boutique in the castle.
Don't worry if it is raining a little, like it was for us; they have umbrellas ready for the few seconds you are outside.
The boutique itself has lots of royal touches and definitely feels like you're in the castle. There are a lot of stations for this popular experience, so it will be a bit tight navigating around. However, once you're at your chair, there is a good amount of space. Each child is allowed two guests. There are also cushioned benches so you can sit right in front of the royal star.
Now, the makeover begins! The apprentice began by geling the hair to fit into our selected high bun. Even with Lily's shoulder-length hair, she still managed to get it into the iconic princess bun! We chose the tiara. There is even a hidden Mickey gem placed on the back of the hair! The hairstyling takes up most of the time, and then we moved on to nails. Other hairstyles include a Royal Braid with accessories, a Fantasy curly hairpiece and flower halo, or a Pixie Magic ponytail accessory and flower halo.
The apprentice then applies a sparkly gold nail polish that she got from our favorite fairy, Tinker Bell!
Lily was able to then choose which eyeshadow color she wanted (any combination of two colors). She also chose which lip color and then a face gem. We liked that the child has the freedom to choose whatever they prefer. Finally, the official BBB sash is placed to make it all official.
With that, it's time for the big reveal! The whole transformation is done with the prince or princess facing away from the mirror, so there is a great moment when the Apprentice turns the chair around and lets them see the final look. Bibbidi Bobbidi Boo, indeed! Before heading out, you'll get your branded bag of goodies, including the nail polish, lipstick and eyeshadow palette you used, so you can enjoy magical transformations at home, as well. You'll also get a PhotoPass card with all the photos taken during the transformation (though you will need to either purchase them or utilize Memory Maker to download them).
Lily absolutely loves the experience — it's one of her favorite activities at Disney World! She loved telling the characters she met later that day that she had been to the Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique in Cinderella Castle. We did not wash her hair that night, so she still had the princess look the following day. Froggy note: Bring a shower cap to help maintain the hairdo.
After returning home and telling others about her visit, she would mention having her hair done and makeup applied in Cinderella Castle. She also mentions it when she sees Cinderella Castle during the opening of Disney movies.
Meeting Princesses at Magic Kingdom
After your royal makeover, you'll definitely want to go see your favorite princesses! A great benefit of the Magic Kingdom location is you're right by Princess Fairytale Hall, where you can meet Cinderella, Tiana and visiting princesses — usually, Elena and Rapunzel. Lily was beyond excited to meet Cinderella in her matching outfit!
Other princesses you can meet throughout the park include Ariel at Ariel's Grotto, Belle during Enchanted Tales with Belle, Jasmine in Adventureland (who also meets with Aladdin) and Snow White near Town Square Theater. Be sure to check the My Disney Experience app for set times. Hop over to our royal guide to princesses at Disney World for more information!
Most of these locations have a PhotoPass photographer available. However, you can also take photos on your phone to capture all the magical memories, too.
Why Choose the Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa?
As you can probably guess, the most significant benefit of choosing Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa is if you're staying there! No need to hop on the bus or monorail to get to your appointment (though this location has not reopened yet). However, it's also a cheaper alternative to paying for the experience in Magic Kingdom, since you don't have to pay for a park ticket.
Though the experiences offered are generally the same as those at Magic Kingdom, it is smaller due to being housed inside the actual resort. So you're trading the "castle" experience for one that's a bit more intimate. Makeovers here are usually around 30 minutes.
Why Choose the Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique at Disney Springs?
While the location in Cinderella’s Castle is the most popular, another option is the Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique location in Disney Springs (this location has also not reopened yet). All of the styling choices, prices and experiences are generally the same, and it has several advantages. This location typically has a little more availability when it comes to reservations.
There are pros and cons to both locations. What could be more magical than a princess makeover in a real-life castle?! However, as with all experiences, note that this does cut into your park time. If you're already planning a Disney Springs day, it's an easy stop. We've found that Lily's hair lasts at least two days, so if your princess has multiple dress-up days planned, she can put that sash back on and really extend the magic.
Some other factors to consider are:
- Since it is at Disney Springs, you do not need an admission ticket. If you have a planned day that does not include visiting the parks, a Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique makeover can be a good choice because you do not lose park touring time while the makeover takes place.
- It is in a newer location in the Marketplace, allowing for more seats and space in the salon area. However, it is still not overly roomy for siblings who are not having a makeover.
- Perhaps the biggest advantage is that, in our experience, it is MUCH easier to obtain a reservation. Years ago, we had Lily's appointment on the day after Thanksgiving, which is one of the busiest days of the year. We arrived about an hour early just to check in and were surprised that she could start her princess transformation immediately. In the salon, there were several open seats so someone could have easily obtained a walk-in appointment.
- After your tadpole's makeover, you can visit the PhotoPass Service Studio located nearby in Disney Springs for a photo session. Memory Maker adds photos directly to your account. There are tons of fun backgrounds to choose from, and you can even make your own fairytale storybook!
Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique Tips
1. Try to Get a Morning Appointment
Early appointments let your child enjoy dressing up all day! This works out great if you have a meal at Cinderella's Royal Table or a meeting with Cinderella at Princess Fairytale Hall later. Plus, you can take pictures of your child with characters who may have limited visiting times. An earlier appointment really maximizes the royal look. However, with how popular the experience is, it's toadally OK if you can only grab an afternoon booking.
2. Save on Princess Dresses
You can save on an official Disney version of a princess dress by checking eBay for either used dresses or new dresses that are being sold for less than the retail price of about $70 plus tax. The used dresses can be of great value because they typically have only been worn once or twice and are in great shape. I purchased a new Cinderella dress with several accessories for $45 and a group of four used dresses for only $80. Another option to save on a dress is to watch the Disney Store website for sales. I started watching a year in advance before our last visit and purchased several dresses for at least 25 percent off. There are also great third-party options available online from various shops, so there are plenty of options for your young royal.
If your tadpole is near 12 years old or tall for their age, the dress selection is more limited. Many dresses are only available up to a size 14. However, some select styles are available up to a 16/18P.
3. Visit the Disney PhotoPass Studio
Once the transformation is complete, visit the Disney PhotoPass Studio afterward for a royal photoshoot. At Magic Kingdom, the studio is located at Sir Mickey's gift shop right across from BBB. Anyone can visit this photo studio! The studio has a set backdrop and some accessories, as well. At Disney Springs, the boutique location is very close to the Disney PhotoPass Studio, which has lots more options with virtual backdrops and more. You can purchase individual photos or use Memory Maker or an annual pass with a photo add-on to download.
4. Be Ready for Your Own Photo-Ops
While you'll receive a ton of beautiful photos of your knight or princess, don't froget to be ready to take your own pics during the process. And think about other places that may make for special impromptu photo-ops, as well! Some of our favorite spots are Cinderella Fountain and the Wishing Well, but Leap also caught a gorgeous shot of Lily on Dumbo with a bright smile and her princess sash waving in the wind.
5. Bring an Extra Pair of Shoes
Bringing princess shoes to match their outfit? Don't forget to bring a more comfortable backup pair. Lily would wear her fancy shoes when meeting a character and then change to her other shoes after the encounter.
6. Consider Splitting Up
There is limited seating in the boutique for people waiting and watching the royal makeovers. Typically, only two guests can accompany the child. If your child has siblings, it would be good if they could leave and do something else while the makeover is being done. Tad quickly became bored and did not want to sit in the boutique when he could be riding Space Mountain, so Leap took him while I waited and watched Lily's makeover.
7. There Are Options for All Genders
Not feeling the princess vibe? That's okay! Bibbidi Bobbidi offers an Adventure Package that includes hairstyling with gel, a sword and a shield.
8. Remember That Cancellations Require Advanced Notice
Guests need to cancel more than 24 hours in advance. If not, you will be charged a $10 cancellation fee. If you know your plans are changing in advance, add canceling your appointment to the top of your to-do list.
9. Children Must Be Free From Scalp and Skin Conditions
Because of the makeup and hairstyling gel used, children must not have any scalp or skin conditions. Be mindful of this ahead of time.
10. Bring a Poncho
If you're planning on riding Tiana's Bayou Adventure following your appointment, be sure to bring a poncho, so your knight or princess's hairstyle doesn't get wet.
Does your kiddo have a Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique makeover scheduled at Magic Kingdom soon? Let us know if you have any questions in the comments section below.
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