Let the hotel know it's your birthday. Walt Disney World resort hotels provide small gifts and coupons for birthday celebrants of all ages, so make sure the concierge or front desk is aware that it's a special day.
Get your birthday button. You'll need to visit City Hall at the Magic Kingdom and show proof of your birthday, but the effort is well worth it. You'll be given a button that reads "It's My Birthday Today!" so everyone in the parks and resort can wish you a happy birthday.
Wait for your birthday call. Goofy and Mickey's gang have been known to make special birthday phone calls to resort guests. Just make sure the front desk knows of the birthday when you book the trip and check in.
Pick up an autograph book. Collect autographs from all the Disney characters you meet so that they can wish you a happy birthday in writing. You can add pictures for your scrapbook later.
Order a birthday cake. You can order a personalized cake 48 hours in advance from dining services or you can get a 6-inch cake at any table service dining restaurant just by requesting it when you order.
Enjoy a complimentary birthday dining treat. Many restaurants will bring you a special dessert if you tell them it's your birthday.
Order a Disney in-room birthday package. These packages, which run several hundred dollars, include room decorations and gifts from Disney characters along with edible birthday treats.
