Some BIG things are coming to Magic Kingdom. Frontierland is getting a Cars expansion. A new villains land is going behind Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, which is currently getting a long refurbishment and potential upgrade. AND a Pirates of the Caribbean tavern is coming to Adventureland.
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Yes, you will soon be able to lounge in a space dedicated to making you feel like you’re a pirate that’s themed around this classic Disney attraction. Now, this new tavern will be replacing what was once the Pirates League, and now, the tavern is one step closer to opening: a new permit has been filed by Disney to replace the Pirates League sign with the new tavern sign!
Disney filed a permit with Orange County, Florida for 4873 Caribbean Way #B, which is what is an address next to Pirates of the Caribbean. Now, usually, when we get something new like this, the permit is to “install signage.” But this permit is to “refurbish signage,” suggesting that the sign that’s still hanging over The Pirates League will be re-used and re-made into a sign for the new tavern.
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To be specific, it’s been widely assumed that the tavern will occupy both the Pirates League area and part of the Plaza del Sol Caribe gift shop, at least as far as we can tell from construction progress.
Construction progress
Disney recently posted a behind-the-scenes sneak peek at work being done inside the tavern, which is scheduled to open sometime in late 2025 (yep, THIS YEAR). This tavern, inspired by Pirates of the Caribbean, will welcome folks of all ages with a variety of food and drinks, although Disney has also promised some “magical surprises.” Disney also confirmed that the space would become the new home for Barker Bird.
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We’ll be keeping an eye on construction and looking for that refurbished sign, so stay tuned to DFB for more.
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How long has it been now since we first heard about this supposed new lounge? Definitely months ago if not at least a year. Just how long does it take to convert a space to a new theme? No structure to build. Out with the old in with the new!