ACK! crowds?

[TaraLee4]

Okay, So i'm supposed to be going September 29th though October 7th. I understand that i'll be able to (probably) book free dining for my whole trip.

However...

What are the crowds like during this?? Is it worth fighting for table service meals?? i'll obviously be making my ressies at the 90 day mark (July 1st!) But i've heard stories of table service places being overbooked and just generally crazy.

I've never even been to the world in September/October, so this is new for me, but especially new for DBF who's never been AT ALL. He's willing to do the whole dining package if it comes with it, but i don't want him to have a bad experience because it's so crowded. (i could be packed in tighter than sardines in a can and still be totally thrilled! LOL)

 

[TheRatPack]

As long as you have a few options for which table service meals you want you'll be fine. We made ours 90 days out and didn't have one problem with any of our TS meals. And didn't really notice that big of a crowd at those times either and we've been during free dining for 3 or 4 years now. Have fun

 

[DisneyMom5]

Sept. is not so bad. Oct. gets a little busier. Nothing like the summer!
The restaurants are busy, but if you have ADRs, you'll be fine.
Epcot will be busy because of F & W.

In the past, if your trip started during the Free Dining promotion, you could have it for your whole trip, up to 14 days.
Here's hoping you get it for the whole trip!