Pirates of the Caribbean Bazaar Renovation Hints at New Pirates Lounge in Magic Kingdom

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Plaza del Sol Caribe Bazaar construction walls - June 24 2024

Posted: Tuesday June 25, 2024 11:00am ET by WDWMAGIC Staff

Construction walls are now up at the Plaza del Sol Caribe Bazaar, the gift shop at the exit of Pirates of the Caribbean in Magic Kingdom.

Plaza del Sol Caribe Bazaar construction walls - June 24 2024

The walls surround the central area of the bazaar, which is currently open to the sky.

Plaza del Sol Caribe Bazaar construction walls - June 24 2024

Earlier this month, Disney filed a construction permit for the Pirates of the Caribbean area, assigned to long-time Disney partner Whiting-Turner Contractor Company, which has previously worked with Disney on numerous major projects across Walt Disney World. The default 12-month permit validity period has been extended until August 31, 2025.

Pirates of the Caribbean June 2024 Permit Location

While we don't know for sure what this permit is for, it would seem possible that Disney is making changes to the gift shop to allow for the construction of the previously announced Pirates of the Caribbean-themed lounge. One theory is that the open area is being enclosed with a new roof to allow more effective use of the space.

When announced in September 2023, Disney said this first-of-its-kind experience will extend the story of Pirates of the Caribbean. While information is scarce so far, Disney did reveal one small detail—the Barker Bird animatronic (pictured in the concept art) will make a welcome return.

Pirates of the Caribbean themed lounge concept art

The most likely location for the new lounge is the former Pirates League makeover experience space, with some expansion into the gift store area.

The Pirates League space is no longer used

Entrance to the Pirates League near to Pirates of the Caribbean

We expect to hear more about Magic Kingdom's Pirates of the Caribbean Lounge during August's D23 event in California.

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Captain Barbossa14 minutes ago

I see some subtle nods to the films like Jack’s flag, ships in bottles, East India Trading Co. logo above the fireplace, and what appears to be a portrait of Barbossa. Hopefully they all make it into the real thing.

DCBaker27 minutes ago

Here’s an official look at the rendering from Disney: https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54126873402_99f5012e05_o.jpg

DCBaker3 hours ago

New art for the Pirate lounge:

castlecake2.04 days ago

Number one union seniority, doesn’t work weekends

Andrew C4 days ago

They look tired. Probably cutbacks making them do the work of multiple ladders...

rle4lunch5 days ago

The longest known employee of WDW.

JD805 days ago

I was in MK yesterday and saw a few folks with nice cameras. I often wonder if it was @DCBaker

SilentWindODoom5 days ago

Holy crap. Everyone was talking about how small the space was, and I'd forgotten "Pirates League" was the name of the pirate version of Bibbidi-Bobbidi-Boutique. This entire time until I saw the animation just before the animation in question I've been thinking it's the Pirate's Adventure space. Wow. This seems cavernous in comparison. :hilarious:

DCBaker6 days ago

Here's an updated look from today at the last photo in the post above, with new framing at the Pirates exit area: https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54112828488_d84ee43c30_k.jpg

DCBakerOct 05, 2024

Here’s an updated look at construction in the Pirates exit area/gift shop from today: https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54044791189_488e1fcaf4_k.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54043602837_969487cd06_k.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54044469071_fd572ff545_k.jpg

AylaSep 03, 2024

It's going to be a poop show from the very beginning.

BocabearSep 03, 2024

a second story could be nice, but then they need elevators etc... I am curious to how they will handle the crowds with an intimate space in a park with very high demand...

QuietmouseSep 03, 2024

If Disney was smart they would make this a multi story bar like you see in Nashville. Alcohol is a great way to spur profit based off margins alone. This should easily be a 4 story bar with an elevator and balconies with live music.

BocabearSep 03, 2024

The size of Trader Sam's was a huge mistake... They could have done something larger and broken itnto different rooms like the old Adventurer's club... likewise the outdoor overflow patio shoud have been beautifully designed and themed like the interior...which would have made it a lot more pleasant. They KNEW this was going to be a hit. This was not a surprise... The one in CA is equally mobbed so there was a track record to follow. This lounge should be larger and they should limit admittance to 21 and older...