Hi Monica!
Welcome to planDisney! Growing up, my family's summer vacations were always scheduled around my mom's teaching calendar, coinciding with my birthday. Because of that, I know firsthand how exciting and magical it is to celebrate a birthday at
The Most Magical Place on Earth!
Walt Disney World offers so many ways to make your granddaughter's 5th birthday an unforgettable experience. The
Enchanting Extras Collection is a great place to start! Consider booking a
Capture Your Moment photo session in front of Cinderella Castle to commemorate her special day with a private photo shoot. Or, for the ultimate fairytale experience, let her transform into a Disney Princess at
Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique, where Fairy Godmother's Apprentices will give her a royal makeover fit for a celebration.
Another excellent way to celebrate would be a character dining experience. She can dine with royalty at
Cinderella's Royal Table, enjoy an enchanted meal at
Be Our Guest Restaurant or meet her favorite princesses at
Akershus Royal Banquet Hall. These magical meals will make her feel like a VIP on her big day.
If she loves fireworks, you might consider reserving a Happily Ever After
Fireworks Dessert Party, which offers a sweet way to view the nighttime spectacular with reserved seating. For a unique twist, you could even take in the fireworks from a
private boat rental on Seven Seas Lagoon—a truly unforgettable way to end the night!
Another fun way to add extra pixie dust is with an
In-Room Celebration. Disney Floral & Gifts offers room décor and gift packages, but you can also create your own surprise! When our son turned three while vacationing at Disney, we used an online shopping service like Amazon to order decorations. After a full day at the parks, when we knew he would be in a deep sleep, we decorated our resort room with balloons, streamers, a birthday sign, and some presents. When he woke up, it felt like a birthday morning straight out of a Disney movie!
I hope this helps, Monica! If you have any other questions or want additional recommendations,
I'd be happy to help you make your granddaughter's birthday celebration a weeklong adventure.
Cheers!
Brent