Hi there, Ashley,
Welcome to planDisney, where we love to help other Guests
create magical birthday celebrations at The Most Magical Place on Earth!
There are so many tips that I can’t wait to share with you, but first things first. The
Walt Disney World Resort policy for ticket admission states that
children younger than age 3 don’t need a ticket.
Children ages 3-9 can purchase a special-priced ticket. In regard to showing proof of age, in my experience, you do not need to show proof of age but this could be subject to change.
Now, let’s get to the good part! Since you are spending one day at Walt Disney World Resort, I’m thinking you will want to visit
Magic Kingdom Park for your son’s special day. There is nothing like walking right down the middle of Main Street, U.S.A. and catching that first glimpse of Cinderella Castle. Before you go too far though, be sure to stop by
Guest Relations and pick up a Happy Birthday button for your little guy so that Cast Members and other Guests can wish him a Happy Birthday!
When my girls were little, we usually scheduled a sit-down lunch to help everyone unwind for a bit in the middle of the day. There are several
great restaurants where you can make Advanced Dining Reservations. You can even order a special
Mickey Mouse Celebration Cake when you book your dining reservation online or through the
My Disney Experience app. If you decide to call an audible and make a reservation on the day of your visit, you can still request a same-day cake in person upon arrival at the restaurant, based on availability.
And one more tip for you, Ashley! Be sure to check out the
planDisney Podcast where my planDisney pals share some great tips on
visiting Walt Disney World with little ones. And over on the Disney Parks Blog, you won’t want to miss
A Guide to Planning your Walt Disney World Resort Vacation with Little Ones featuring more planDisney videos with fabulous tips.
I hope this information has been helpful! Please stop back by if you have any other questions about how to make your son’s birthday extra special.
Wishing you many magical memories,
Shannon