Hi there, Rachel!
Welcome to planDisney, and happy early birthday to your Mom! 60 is a special milestone, and I am so happy you want to celebrate her birthday at Walt Disney World Resort, specifically at EPCOT! This is my favorite theme park at Walt Disney World, and with the holiday season happening at the same time, it will be a birthday to remember!
¡Viva México! The Mexico Pavilion at World Showcase celebrates the beauty of the Mexican people and its culture in culinary, musical, and art forms! I recommend a birthday dinner at
San Angel Inn Restaurante, splurging on the Carne Asada entree, followed by the Flan for dessert. For a fun birthday experience, learn about the history of tequila and sample a flight of unique and rare tequilas in the
La Cava Experience. This Enchanting Extra can be booked 60 days before your visit, as well as your dining reservations!
EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays will make its jolly return on November 27th, and several events that will make your mother's birthday extra special will return, including the
Candlelight Processional! This magical show celebrates the story of Christmas, is narrated by a celebrity, and features an orchestra and choir. Other magical events include the holiday menu items from various countries! Check out last year's
Foodie Guide to give you an idea of what to expect this year. Last year's Las Posadas Holiday Kitchen featured a delicious Tamale de Barbacoa and Horchata Margarita that I hope returns this year! When the magical news of this year's festival and Candlelight Processional is released, it will be on the Disney Parks Blog first, so be sure to follow Disney Parks on Facebook and Instagram!
Rachel, thank you for visiting planDisney! One final thing I want to mention: don't forget to pick up birthday buttons for your mom at Guest Relations when you arrive at EPCOT! I hope you and your family have a magical visit to Walt Disney World!
¡Feliz Navidad!
Frances