BBB age requirements

[Deko630]

My youngest DD will be two weeks shy of her 3rd birthday when we are in Disney World. BBB says children 3 and up can get the princess makeovers. DD will be heartbroken if she can't get a makeover with her older sister. Do you think she's close enough to 3 that it won't be an issue? Do they require proof of age?

 

[Deb & Bill]

My youngest DD will be two weeks shy of her 3rd birthday when we are in Disney World. BBB says children 3 and up can get the princess makeovers. DD will be heartbroken if she can't get a makeover with her older sister. Do you think she's close enough to 3 that it won't be an issue? Do they require proof of age?

If she gets free entry because she is under three, she shouldn't get to do something that is for three or older. You have to make your choice. Go two weeks later and she can do it. But you'll pay for her park admission.

 

[disney world dreamer]

If she gets free entry because she is under three, she shouldn't get to do something that is for three or older. You have to make your choice. Go two weeks later and she can do it. But you'll pay for her park admission.

well what would you say to BBB at DTD?
no ticket required.

 

[Jenna319]

If Disney doesn't question age for park entry, I don't see them requiring a proof of age for BBB. I would go for it! You will still be paying for services whether it be at DTD or MK so what does it matter if she got in free? Unfortunately, my little one will only be 1 so def can't pass for a 3 year old or I would be taking her too!!

 

[disney world dreamer]

i'm sure others will disagree with me but this is just my own personal philosophy on this type of thing...
2 weeks shy of 3 is 3. have her "birthday" that morning if you have to.
its unlikely they will even question her age.
but as far as the ticket goes 2 weeks shy of 3 is 2.

 

[Jenna319]

i'm sure others will disagree with me but this is just my own personal philosophy on this type of thing...
2 weeks shy of 3 is 3. have her "birthday" that morning if you have to.
its unlikely they will even question her age.
but as far as the ticket goes 2 weeks shy of 3 is 2.

LOL MY THOUGHTS EXACTLY!!

 

[Deb & Bill]

i'm sure others will disagree with me but this is just my own personal philosophy on this type of thing...
2 weeks shy of 3 is 3. have her "birthday" that morning if you have to.
its unlikely they will even question her age.
but as far as the ticket goes 2 weeks shy of 3 is 2.

The child is either two or three. Not both. She either requires a ticket to the theme parks and is eligible for BBB or she is under three, gets free entry into the parks, free dining and is not old enough for BBB.

My suggestion is still to wait until the child is three and do BBB.

 

[disney world dreamer]

The child is either two or three. Not both. She either requires a ticket to the theme parks and is eligible for BBB or she is under three, gets free entry into the parks, free dining and is not old enough for BBB.

My suggestion is still to wait until the child is three and do BBB.

but again... what about BBB at DTD?
no ticket required.

 

[Gracie09]

They may ask her age. It's simple. The fairy godmother says and how old are you princess? Do you jump in and lie? And what happens if you daughters says no mommy I'm 2, like mine would have. And what are you teaching your child then, that it's okay to lie if it's for something you want?
The makeup is not approved for kids under three. The experience is not geared toward kids that young. My girls are five and they still would not enjoy it as their hair is pulled tight and it can be uncomfortable.

 

[Deb & Bill]

but again... what about BBB at DTD?
no ticket required.

It really doesn't matter where the BBB is located. Rules are the child must be three. She is either three or two.

Maybe this is a time where big sister gets to do something little sister doesn't. There are going to be those times.

 

[mjkacmom]

Well, if you are two on the first day of your Disney vacation, you don't need a ticket even if you turn 3 during your trip, so no one is going to call you out on it.

 

[FrozenDuck]

Exactly what Disney World Dreamer said -

2 weeks short of 3 = 3 for the purposes of BBB.

You know your kid, if she'll behave for a makeover, go for it.

 

[Betty Rohrer]

OP: if I remember correctly the age is because makeup is only rated for 3 and over. what happens if you get your just under 3 gets a makeover then child reacts to the makeup and needs treatment. Disney is not going to pay as you lied about age. something to think about and yes some kids do react to the makeup

 

[Disney Khaleesi]

There has been a line drawn somewhere. 3 is the cut off age and should be respected. If your child isn't three, she doesn't get to enjoy an experience meant for kids three and up. Harmony Barbershop is a great alternative. If you aren't willing to pay for her park ticket, then she isn't three and isn't eligible for BBB. Even though Downtown Disney doesn't require a ticket, the rules still apply.

It's just like when I'm at work. I've had customers come in to see an R-Rated movie the day before their 17th birthday. Sorry, but I can't admit you. Because if I let them in, what about the kid who turns 17 in two weeks? A month?

Again, the line has to be drawn somewhere.

 

[FrozenDuck]

OP: if I remember correctly the age is because makeup is only rated for 3 and over. what happens if you get your just under 3 gets a makeover then child reacts to the makeup and needs treatment. Disney is not going to pay as you lied about age. something to think about and yes some kids do react to the makeup

If it's a "react to makeup" worry, that concern doesn't magically evaporate on the child's 3rd birthday. If someone will be allergic, it's not like it's not ok one day but would be the next (same thing applies to foods that are possible choking hazards, like no whole grapes until age 4 then suddenly on their 4th birthday it'll be fine).

No parent strictly adheres to the minimum age requirements on kids retail packaging. The Consumer Product Safety Commission bans "toys" for being intended for under age 3 if it contains any small parts that could present a choking hazard. Lego Duplos are marked for ages 1.5+, but I can assure you that my son was playing with his sister's Duplos several months before he hit that age. I've got plenty of baby toys that were marked for 6+ months, 9+ months, etc. - but were clearly safe and developmentally appropriate for a slightly younger child at the time.

Makeup applicators are small, therefore a choking hazard, therefore can't be legally marked as a toy intended for toddlers.

 

[Mousemommy1]

The age limit is 3, so to me, that means that if my child has not had their 3rd birthday yet, they can't do it. Very specific.

I will ask you OP....are you intending to buy your child a park ticket...because she is only "two weeks shy of her 3rd birthday" so since at age 3 they need a ticket, you should probably buy one, right? Or does the age "adjustment" only work if it's to your benefit?

Not trying to be snarky, just trying to understand this kind of logic.

 

[luvmy2babies]

Any chance you can push the trip back to cover her birthday? Say if the trip is a week, start the trip 3 or 4 days prior when she still qualifies for free admission and do BBB on or after her birthday so she can go within the rules?

Are you sure she'll be heartbroken? I mean she can't get in the chair and get the treatment at 2; but you can get her a dress, a tiara and do her hair and nails. They sell everything they use at BBB in the Castle Couture.

 

[2Pirates2Princesses]

My youngest DD will be two weeks shy of her 3rd birthday when we are in Disney World. BBB says children 3 and up can get the princess makeovers. DD will be heartbroken if she can't get a makeover with her older sister. Do you think she's close enough to 3 that it won't be an issue? Do they require proof of age?

Since this is your first post

Any chance you can push the trip back to cover her birthday? Say if the trip is a week, start the trip 3 or 4 days prior when she still qualifies for free admission and do BBB on or after her birthday so she can go within the rules?

Are you sure she'll be heartbroken? I mean she can't get in the chair and get the treatment at 2; but you can get her a dress, a tiara and do her hair and nails. They sell everything they use at BBB in the Castle Couture.

This is a great suggestion

 

[MakiraMarlena]

I don't know whether or not they will allow 2 year olds at all. I think you should be prepared for the answer to be no. I do believe they are very strict at the upper end of the age limit.

 

[MomTo3PrincessesInNJ]

The age is 3 and she's 2.

We took my DD for her 3rd birthday (turned 3 during the trip) and STILL didn't try for the BBB because she was still 2 by Disney standards (meaning she got free food and entry).