Historically, Disneyland in California was a "dry" park for over 60 years, following Walt Disney’s original philosophy that alcohol had no place in a family-friendly environment. However, there were rare exceptions; Holidayland, a separate picnic area that operated in the late 1950s, did serve beer, and the ultra-exclusive Club 33 has served alcohol to its members since 1967. The major shift occurred in 2019 with the opening of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, where Oga’s Cantina became the first location accessible to the general public to serve alcohol. Since then, the policy has continued to evolve; in 2026, several table-service restaurants like Blue Bayou and Carnation Cafe offer a curated selection of beer, wine, and cocktails. While you still cannot walk around the park with a beer in hand—alcohol must be consumed within the designated restaurant—the long-standing "dry" tradition has officially transitioned into a more modern, service-oriented approach.