When did Epcot start selling alcohol?

Walt Disney was famously against alcohol at his family-friendly parks, telling The Saturday Evening Post in 1956: No liquor, no beer, nothing.” But as Disney World evolved, that teetotalism only applied to the original Magic Kingdom; the three other parks have served alcohol since their openings, beginning with Epcot ...



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In 2012 Magic Kingdom began allowing the sale of alcohol in the park. Originally, Walt Disney did not want alcohol sold in the parks, but many embraced this change.

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Alcoholic beverages can be purchased at Walt Disney World Resort by all Guests 21 years of age or older. Any Guest who wishes to purchase an alcoholic beverage at Walt Disney World Resort must present one of the following valid forms of identification: U.S. state driver's license (includes U.S. territories*)

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The drinks at Epcot are broken down into mainly beers and frozen/regular cocktails. There are some wines you can choose, but these are the main two types of drinks.

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Epcot. Certainly Epcot has the best selection of international beers and wines, as well as special cocktails. At each World Showcase pavilion, you can browse beer and wine originating from the country the pavilion represents. The selection of specialty cocktails varies by pavilion.

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The liquor was confiscated and they were not allowed in the parks. When I asked what happened, thay just responded with we have to go home, I guess we are banned. This was my first time seeing this at the parks and we go frequently.

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The Magic Kingdom, which opened as an alcohol-free park in 1971, has changed its rules slightly within the last few years. Although there is alcohol to be found in today's Magic Kingdom, guests can only enjoy it while seated at table-service restaurants.

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Walt Disney envisioned Disneyland Park as an alcohol-free zone since the theme park first opened. He hoped this would encourage the family atmosphere he wanted.

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It's only in the past few years that alcohol has been served at Magic Kingdom, so many people don't know the ins and outs of where to find it. Unlike the other three parks at Walt Disney World, you won't find alcohol openly served or carried in the park.

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A beer at Walt Disney World can cost anywhere from $8 to $13. Draft and canned domestic beer is in the $8 – $9 range, while specialty, import, and craft beers range from $11 – $13.

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Alcohol may be consumed on sandy portions of the beaches only. This applies both Soundside and Gulfside. It must not be in a glass container. Any person that fails to comply with these policies will face second-degree misdemeanor charges and if convicted can receive a $500 fine and or 60 days jail time.

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If you're a passenger, the penalty is a fine of up to $60 for a first offense. If you elect to fight the infraction and request a hearing, you would have to pay a fine of $500 if you lose in court. In addition, you'll have to pay associated court fees and have three points deducted from your driving record.

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Guests are Often Limited to Two Drinks At A Time Cast Members are trained to limit guests to no more than two alcoholic beverages per transaction at quick service locations (this often includes Epcot festival booths). Margarita flight!

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