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  • On Dec 30, 2023
    Heather from IN Asked Please note that experiences, policies, pricing and other offerings are subject to change and may have changed since the date of this answer.

    Hi! My sons birthday is on leap day, so his 4th birthday is actually his first real birthday this year. We are planning a Disney trip to celebrate. Is there anything that will make his special day extra magical since it’s only every 4 years?

    Welcome to planDisney, Heather! Walt Disney World is the most magical place to celebrate a birthday. You've already given your little Peter Pan the most magical gift of never growing up at Walt Disney World. It's the perfect place for any birthday celebration, or even two celebrations at once. This is Disney, after all.

    The best way to kick off his birthday is by picking up a birthday celebration button from one of the retail locations around the Theme Parks or the Front Desk at your Disney Resort hotel. Cast Members are talented spotters and fantastic at acknowledging special celebrations - I can promise many warm birthday greetings and who knows what other extra magic! 

    Character Dining is one of my beloved experiences at Walt Disney World. My kids adore Winnie the Pooh, so seeing them light up when seeing him at The Crystal Palace is always a core memory from our adventures! You can look at all the Character Dining experiences available to see if there's a character you think your son would particularly love to greet. You can even arrange a special birthday cake delivery at participating Table-Service restaurants - dining reservations open 60 days before arrival.  

    You may also like to book Capture Your Moment - Magic Kingdom. As parents, we often end up behind the camera, so I treasure moments captured with us all included. The photographers are engaging, and the iconic backdrops, such as Cinderella Castle are priceless. Even your Peter Pan can grow in the blink of an eye, so take ALL the photos! In the past, special PhotoPass lenses were available to commemorate the leap year, so please keep an eye out. More fun to celebrate the leap year may be announced closer to the time, with Disney Parks Blog a great and reliable source of current offerings at Walt Disney World. 

    Please pass my very happiest birthday wishes to your son! Have a wonderful day celebrating together, Heather, and if you need anything further, please let me know. Louise.
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Meet the Panelist: Louise, United Kingdom

Welcome to planDisney! I'm happiest in perpetual planning mode for our next Walt Disney World trip - it's my chance to catch a bit of Disney magic in-between visits.

Walt Disney World provides the ultimate sense of escapism! I understand how much guests want to get out of their trip, especially when travelling internationally. Please let me help you prepare a 'practically perfect in every way' journey so you can be truly whisked away by Disney magic!

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