Hi Jennifer,
Thanks for visiting Disney Parks Moms Panel, and hello to a fellow NJ Disney Fan, and an extra shout-out for a fellow Disney Vacation Club Member!
Your August trip sounds simply grand. The only feeling more magical than a Walt Disney World stay is a Walt Disney World stay with a big family gathering.
I'm happy to share some ideas in hopes of adding to your magic. My first suggestion to check out
Moonlight Magic at Epcot. The Moonlight Magic events are for Disney Vacation Club Members and are so much fun, so I'd encourage you to see if it's a good fit for your group and travel plans.
My next suggestion is to check out the recreation at your resort. For example, a number of Disney Vacation Club Resorts like
Bay Lake Tower at Disney's Contemporary Resort offer activities like making Mickey Tie-Dye T-shirts. Speaking of Bay Lake Tower, I'd be sure to visit Top of the World Lounge, a perk for Disney Vacation Club Members and their Guests. Next to standing in front of Cinderella Castle, it's my favorite spot to view Happily Ever After fireworks.
While I'm certain you've already planned it, take
PhotoPass pictures — lots of them. For more family portrait options, check out
Disney PhotoPass Service Studio at DisneySprings.
Jennifer, I hope I've shared a few ideas to make your vacation more magical. Please do come back to us here at Disney Parks Moms Panel and ask more questions. We're here and happy to help!
Enjoy your Disney!
Jerry