If we check in before DD B-Day do I have to pay?

[Hunnypot]

I've been looking all over for the Disney policy on birthdays but can't seem to find it. We're planning on going Oct 17th -27th to celebrate my daughter's third birthday (on Oct 23rd). If we check-in and begin our stay will I have to buy her a pass. It's no big deal I'd rather know because If she requires a pass anyway, we might change our plans to early Dec. to see the Christmas decorations. Any input would be great. Thanks!

[Chuck S]

While I doubt you'd be questioned (and you certainly wouldn't need a pass before her birthday) I can just see your DD telling the folks at the turnstile, "It's my birthday today - I'm 3 years old!"

You could make her feel special (assuming you're not going to a park on the day of your departure), you could tell her that since she is a big girl now she needs a ticket of her own, and make it point to present her with a 3 day park hopper ON her birthday! (Of course, she'll let Daddy or Mommy hold it for safekeeping :) )

[Kermit]

I've read that the official policy is that you don't have to buy a ticket if they turn 3 after you arrive. It could get kind of complicated if you had to buy a different ticket for one person, since it might have less plus options.

[BethC]

Kermit is correct. Disney's official policy is that your child shall be counted as the age they are at check-in for your entire stay, even if their birthday will be happening during your stay.

So, it looks like you're off the hook in this case. :)

Have fun!

[Lainy67]

I was possibly going to be facing the same problem. We originally were thinking about leaving this Sat. and my dd turns three on Monday. I asked them about it, and they said NOPE... she is considered 2. However, I got a better deal with her as a 3 year old for later in the summer.

[WDW2002]

Is this for onsite guests only?