Hi Carol, and welcome to planDisney! We’re so glad you stopped by with your question. Walt Disney World Resort is the most magical place to celebrate a birthday, especially for little ones! Hugs from Mickey and his pals make birthdays feel even more special!
I know it can be a little confusing about ticket policies when that special third birthday happens during your visit. While your little Mouseketeer is still two, they are considered Mickey’s guest and admission is complimentary. However, when their third birthday arrives, they’ll officially graduate to needing their own
theme park ticket. With a birthday during your visit, they’ll still get to enjoy a little extra pixie dust before officially becoming a “big kid” in the parks!
Be sure to pick up a birthday button at your resort hotel or Guest Services! Your little one will get lots of birthday greetings from Cast Members that will make them feel like the star of the day. A character dining experience is also one of my favorite ways to celebrate a birthday. We have amazing memories from several magical birthday dinners at
The Crystal Palace at Magic Kingdom Park with Winnie the Pooh and friends. If you tell them you are celebrating a birthday, you may even get a little extra pixie dust!
Carol, I hope this helps as you plan a special birthday celebration at the Most Magical Place on Earth! If you have any more questions, just
send them my way. I’d be delighted to help you make this birthday “practically perfect in every way!”
With faith, trust, & pixie dust,
Casey