Hi Annette!
How exciting to be celebrating your Mom's 80th Birthday at Walt Disney World! I'm sure she'll enjoy being a kid at heart while she celebrates with you.
There's no need to be there on the 'exact' day - you are welcome to celebrate your Mom's very special occasion each and EVERY DAY of your vacation together!
Be sure to pick up a personalized Birthday Button from Guest Services in any of the parks or from your resort front desk at check in if you're staying at a Disney Resort Hotel. She'll receive the special treatment she deserves and birthday wishes from Disney Cast Members everywhere she goes!
Mention her birthday at any table service restaurants you visit throughout the parks & resorts and you may find she'll receive a special treat at the end of your meal.
A six inch celebration cake can be added to your table service meal at any Disney-owned restaurant on site if you'd like to have an 'official' birthday celebration with your whole dining party. You can subtly request one at the hostess desk when you arrive to check in for your reservation and provide instructions as to how & when you'd like to be presented to your guest at the table. The cost of the cake will be added to your check. This cake type serves about 4 guests and usually both chocolate & vanilla are on hand and available.
Should you prefer to customize with a specific cake flavor, type, size or other personalization, you can order in advance by calling Disney's Cake Ordering hotline at (407) 827-2253. A minimum of 48 hours notice is required. Many other special celebration offers are available and may be viewed & arranged via the
Customize Your Special Occasion page of the Walt Disney World website.
Wishing you a very Magical time on your vacation Annette - and a VERY Happy Birthday to your Mom!
Kirsten