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[tnangel76]

i am planing to go for my birthday in oct.. i have some qu.

1) when will the hours for oct to out
2) do you get anything for your birthday Free from disney?

thanks
Angel

[mvmcgee]

This year they give you a free 1-day park ticket on your birthday. You have to be there on your birthday to use it. If you buy your tickets as part of a package or use an AP they have other options available. Go to WDW Birthday FAQ to see the other options and find out how to register.

[Shawnam1868]

I'm thinking of going in Oct for my birthday too. I really just want to get something for free, so it makes perfect sense to pay $1000 to get something for free. Doesn't it?

[home4us123]

I believe park hours come out 90 days before. So you are looking at July. The other choices for your birthday are a gift card or fastpasses.

[chezp]

I would expect to see the park hours either in late June or early July.

[christiejay]

My sister's birthday was Monday, she opted for the $75 gift card. Park hours should be out approx 3 months ahead of time.

[disney_duke]

I'm also going for my birthday!! I'm opting for the $75 gift card and have already registered for it on their website. (Registering isn't required, it will just save you time on your birthday when you're at the park getting your gift card/admission/fastpass.)

Also, be sure to ask for a Birthday Button when you're at the parks - if you like the attention of course! CM's will be wishing you happy birthdays left and right and you never know if one may just slip you a free cookie or something! If you're planning a meal at a sit-down restaurant, be sure to tell them when you make the reservation. You will most likely get a free cupcake (well, my daughter did, I'm guessing they do the same for grown-ups?!).

[vince730]

You can get:

1) 1-Day Single Park Ticket
2) $75 Gift Card
3) Fastpass (Same Concept as the "Dream Fastpass" from the YOAMD Celebration)

We've opted for the Giftcard since we've already bought our 6-Day Hoppers.

[suzq62982]

Is the fastpass just for one person or your whole group?

[mvmcgee]

I think I read the fastpass is good for the b-day person and up to 5 people in their party. But it says those are expected to go quickly and may not be available after 11am. So if that's what you want get there early!

[CptJackSparrowsGirl]

I'm going for my birthday too, but sadly I'm not staying for the day of it

[tnangel76]

so if i go fro the give card where can i use it ???

[disney_duke]

Originally Posted by tnangel76

so if i go fro the give card where can i use it ???

I copied this from the allears website:
Q. What can I use the BFC for?
A. According to the official brochure, the BFC can be used for things like: Merchandise at Disney-owned locations, stroller, wheelchair and ECV rentals, certain recreational activities, the Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique, prepackaged food items like chips or candy at merchandise sales locations, Photopass services, golf cart rentals at Fort Wilderness, etc. When in doubt, ask first before trying to use your card for payment!
Q. What can't I use the BFC for?
A. According to the brochure, the BFC cannot be used for food or beverage service (accept as noted above), Disney gift cards, Disney Dollars, alcohol, cigarettes, resort folio charges, spa services or products, or personal services like face painting, caricatures, hair braiding or wrapping. In addition, the BFC may not be used at the following locations: the China, Japan, and Morocco pavilions at World Showcase, Arribas Brothers, Basin, Basin White, Cirque du Soleil, Curl by Sammy Duval, Ghirardelli, House of Blues, Hoypoloi, LEGO Imagination Center, Magic Masters, Magnetron, Niki Bryan Spas, Orlando Harley Davidson Store, Planet Hollywood, Rainforest Cafe, Richard Petty Driving Experience, Rubio Balloon Arts, SD Watersports, Sosa Cigar, Starabilias, Sunglass Icon, Surrey Bike Rental, Virgin Megastore, Wyland Galleries and any other locations or kiosks that are not owned and operated by Disney. Once again, when in doubt, ask first!

That should clear it up, or rather make it more difficult! Basically, you can't use it for food and some other specific items, but you CAN use it in just about every basic gift shop found on WDW property.