Need Disney Birthday Advice!

[JJBEAN]

We are headed to Orlando in November for an unexpected trip and are really excited! We will be able to celebrate DD's birthday while we are there (she will be turning 5). Unfortunately we won't be staying on Disney property or visiting any of the Disney parks during this trip (this is mostly a "working" trip for my DH). However, I was still able to get reservations at the 1900 Park Fare for dinner with Cinderella and Prince Charming. She loves princesses and is going to be thrilled!!! I need some suggestions as how to make this meal really special for her. Does Disney do any neat birthday things?....cake, confetti, balloons, character visits? Please share any special experiences and pictures are always appreciated!

 

[imthatgirl]

you can order a cake, the best place to learn about cake orders is on the restaurants forum, there is a cake thread.
if you go to a character meal the characters will acknowledge her birthday, but they dont give you any more time than they do anyone else. but no, no balloons or confetti unless you bring them.