Disney World’s New Attraction Goes Against One of Walt’s Biggest Beliefs

Big things are coming to Disney’s Magic Kingdom theme park, but Walt Disney probably wouldn’t have liked the park’s newest addition.

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Guests have seen big changes in Walt Disney World over the last few years. This year is an especially exciting one, as numerous projects are now underway. From Animal Kingdom to EPCOT, new rides, attractions, and experiences are heading to Walt Disney World, though one of the most unique projects can be found in Magic Kingdom‘s Adventureland.

Set to open later this year, The Beak and Barrel is a new Pirates of the Caribbean-themed bar that invites patrons to set sail on their own pirating storyline. The new location was first unveiled in 2023, and work is now wrapping up.

The new bar continues the trend of more adult-oriented locations opening across Disney’s theme parks. Up until 2019, Disneyland was historically a dry theme park. However, more alcoholic beverages have been added to Disney’s theme parks. Today, guests can find all kinds of options across Disney World’s four theme parks and Disneyland.

A themed bar like The Beak and Barrel is totally new for Magic Kingdom and likely goes against Walt Disney’s intentions. Walt believed bringing alcohol into the parks would create “rowdiness.”

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The Beak and Barrel isn’t the only new bar/lounge to open in Walt Disney World in 2025. Earlier this summer, EPCOT welcomed GEO-82. Designed to evoke the classic EPCOT design of decades past while propelling the park into the future, GEO-82 is a luxurious and magical place to cap off a day at the parks.

GEO-82 also offers alcohol and small bites, but only for those 21 years and older. This separates it from the upcoming Beak and Barrel bar, which will be open to guests of all ages.

Are you excited to enjoy a drink at The Beak and Barrel?