Birthdays At DL- Is this Current??

[chrissiecutie]

So I found this posted in a sticky...still current info??

"The Happiest Birthdays on Earth" is a new program available for guests who want to experience all the magic of the parks on their big day. Starting July 4, guests can celebrate their birthdays with a variety of packages available for several resort locations, complete with food, entertainment, prizes and character appearances. Disneyland Resort new birthday packages include:

"My Disneyland Birthday Party" at the Plaza Inn
Disneyland park presents a new way to celebrate birthdays at the Plaza Inn. Mickey and Minnie will make a special guest appearance to share their birthday wishes. And the zany birthday baker, "Pat E. Cake," will be on hand for fun-filled cake decorating, plus other activities with your family and friends. Price is $10 per person, plus tax, and annual passholders can take advantage of their 10 percent discount. Seatings are twice daily at 2:30 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. Priority seating can be made at the Plaza Inn, City Hall, any guest relations information kiosk, or by calling (714) 781-DINE. (Park admission is required; other restrictions apply.)

Birthday Magic at Resort full-service restaurants
Guests planning a birthday meal at a full-service restaurant in Disneyland park, Disney's California Adventure park or the Disneyland Resort Hotels can order a "Sorcerer Mickey birthday bucket." It's topped with an individual-sized birthday cake filled with birthday treats like stickers, a collectible toy and a "Happy Birthday" cloisonné pin. Price is $20, plus tax, and annual passholders can take advantage of their 10 percent discount. (Not available at Downtown Disney restaurants; locations vary.)

Fantasy Celebrations Events
Guests can commemorate a special occasion, complete with entertainment, characters, special prizes, food, beverages and more, in a variety of magical locations and themes. Requires at least 30 days advance notice. (Restrictions and fee minimums apply; call (714) 781-DINE for details).

Other birthday offerings at the DLR include:

Goofy's Kitchen Birthday Bags
Birthday fun is "in the bag" at Goofy's Kitchen at the Disneyland Hotel. The "Birthday Bag" includes a balloon, party hat, souvenir Goofy pen, toy maraca and puzzle, plus an individual cupcake for the birthday boy or girl. (Certain restrictions apply. Call (714) 781-DINE for details).

Redd Rocket's Pizza Port Birthday Party
Blast off for a birthday party that includes an entrée meal, a reserved table, party hats, balloons, party favors, individual cupcakes topped with a character toy, and a birthday button for the boy or girl of honor. Redd Rockett's parties can be booked for groups of 6 to 20 people. Price is $20, plus tax for children ages 1-9; and $29, plus tax, for guests ages 10 and older. (Park admission is required; no discounts or coupons may be applied; other restrictions apply.)

Birthday Cakes
An array of birthday cake sizes and designs are available for guests. Requires 48-hours advance notice. (Participating restaurants vary; ask for details.)

Hopes that helps those planning a birthday celebration at Disneyland!

It was from way back in 2002 But I'm guessing that maybe, just maybe some of the info in here my still apply? Specifically, I'm very interested in the Plaza birthday thing.

 

[Kayla's Mom]

The last I heard the Plaza Inn birthday party was up to $15.99 per person. We did it 5 years ago when my DD turned 4 (and it was $10.00). She really enjoyed it. Mickey and Minnie make an appearance (they don't sign autographs though). Everyone gets a little cake to decorate and a cup with punch (that's how it was 5 years ago at least!). We thought it was fun and worth it for $10, now that it's more expensive we would probably just do a character meal instead.

 

[DizNee Luver]

We didn't enjoy the birthday party.....for the money, we could have done better & had way more fun at a character meal. The cakes were dry, the frosting is brightly colored & dyed my daughters eyebrow red. Mickey & Minnie will pose for a picture but no autographs. It lasts about an hour. For that price you can get a kids character meal & have lots of character interaction plus a good meal.

 

[JadeDarkstar]

we did the party one year for me an my son but i wouldnt do it again the cakes were ok but could have been better. Tho its a fun thing to do an we did it for 10 a person now 15 not sure i would.

 

[brookies_mommy]

We just did our own thing.. I knew what DD liked and planed special stuff on her special day

 

[Cactus girl]

We love the party. For us, it's a tradition and we have images of us with Mickey and Minnie from every year. From what I understand, this is the only way to get an image with both of them together.

Yes, the cakes are dry, but if you are ok with putting on a party hat and congoing around with Pat E Cake, it's a lot of fun.

They usually are at 2:00 in the afternoon. The hour you spend sitting down is usually a nice "rest" time for us. We love the drink cups. They have this great straw and lid. We take them home and use them as kid cups.

Is it worth the cost? It's a toss up. On crazy busy times it is your ticket to Mickey with no line.

 

[chrissiecutie]

Thanks all for the great input!

I think at $15.99, it just doesn't sound like a good value. Perhaps at $10 I would have been more inclined to give it a try....

Guess I will just keeping looking for good birthday ideas!