Disney News, Discussion & an Element of Fun - 2025 Edition

[sherlockmiles]

Pirates lounge is opening 8/29!

https://disneyparksblog.com/wdw/first-look-beak-and-barrel-opening-august-29/

I hope reservations aren't always required...its a place I'd love to just show up and hang at when needed....I'm a party of 1 so - really, just a stool at the bar is perfect

 

[kylenne]

I hope reservations are always required...its a place I'd love to just show up and hang at when needed....I'm a party of 1 so - really, just a stool at the bar is perfect

I'm guessing it'll probably be like Oga's in that respect but I don't see it dropping off in popularity the way Oga's eventually did.

I don't want to attempt opening day because of the vlogger crowd but it's going to be the most convenient for me in all honesty, I get down on 8/27 and am going to the Halloween party 8/29, checking out from CR the next day. I'll just have to get up a bit earlier for work next Thursday and pray lol.

 

[Smugpugmug]

Pirates lounge is opening 8/29!

https://disneyparksblog.com/wdw/first-look-beak-and-barrel-opening-august-29/

I have 0 interest in going here but really like the shirt. I'm a #fakefan LOL

 

[Scalemaster34]

What no rum cake...

 

[ellbell]

Pirates lounge is opening 8/29!

https://disneyparksblog.com/wdw/first-look-beak-and-barrel-opening-august-29/

Perfect timing. I show up on August 31st and Pirates is one of my favorite rides. I'll be trying for a reservation.

 

[Brian Noble]

Interesting. Of the two NA drinks, only one is potentially not dessert in beverage form, and the bites don't grab me. So I won't be heartbroken about being shut out!

 

[Minnie1222]

Oh darn! We will be leaving on 08/19. I guess this means a September trip is required.

 

[kat_lh]

Forgive me if this is easily answered but it’s back to school and I’m teacher so my brain hurts … is Beak & Barrel going to be sitting and standing like Oga’s or sitting only? Or we have no idea yet?

 

[fatmanatee]

Forgive me if this is easily answered but it’s back to school and I’m teacher so my brain hurts … is Beak & Barrel going to be sitting and standing like Oga’s or sitting only? Or we have no idea yet?

I don’t think it’s entirely clear but the concept art showed two rooms and all but two people were seated. That pair is faced away from a standing countertop so maybe they treat that spot like the standing tables at Ogas. In any case I’m assuming that they’re not going to have a crowded standing situation like at many bars.

 

[crazy4wdw]

ESPN Acquires NFL Assests:
https://www.reuters.com/business/me...quire-nfl-media-assets-major-deal-2025-08-06/

 

[Gary Stocker]

Don't mess with my Red Zone... the greatest thing ever (my wife doesn't agree)

 

[Sweettears]

Don't mess with my Red Zone... the greatest thing ever (my wife doesn't agree)

Love NFL but red zone makes me dizzy

 

[cellomom]

Disney Parks Blog
Disney Eats: Walt Disney World Halloween Foodie Guide 2025

 

[zebrastreyepz]

Jock Lindsay's once again outdoes itself in the creative food department!