Hi Diane!
I'm absolutely thrilled to be attending
Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party as well this year and like you have excitedly begun planning our magical time.
Although I don't normally suggest missing the festive fun, I was toying with the idea of booking a table-service restaurant myself and did notice that the reservations are only available through 6 PM. When I inquired about this to the Cast Members, I was told that table-service restaurants will indeed only be accepting reservations up until 6 PM on party nights. Your best bet would be to schedule an early dinner or dinning at one of the monorail resorts prior to heading to Magic Kingdom Park for the festivities.
The Grand Floridian Cafe is delicious or you could have a happily ever after dinner with Cinderella and friends at
1900 Park Fare. This way you can make sure your bellies are full, you won't miss any of the party and you're only a quick monorail ride away before it begins.
Have a wonderful time, Diane, and please visit us again soon if there is anything else we are able to assist you with.
Magical Wishes,
Lauren