Anyone who's visited Walt Disney World knows the familiar panic: you're holding a cold drink when a Cast Member points to the no-food-and-beverage sign outside an attraction. At most rides, you're stuck choosing between a frantic chug and tossing something you just paid for. But at Disney's Hollywood Studios, three shows actually let you walk right in with your drink in hand.
The Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular is an open-air amphitheater on the park's backlot, and its outdoor setup means Cast Members allow guests to bring in both drinks and snacks. The show runs well over 30 minutes with the pre-show included, making that cold beverage especially welcome on a hot Florida afternoon. Nearby Oasis Canteen, situated between Indiana Jones and Star Tours, is a convenient pre-show pit stop.
On Sunset Boulevard, the Theater of the Stars hosts Beauty and the Beast — Live on Stage, another open-air venue where outside drinks are permitted. Since there's no reentry once you're seated, arriving with something cold saves you from sitting through the Broadway-style performance empty-handed. BaseLine Tap House, known for its rotating craft beer selection and non-alcoholic options alike, is a natural stop on the way.
The third option is For the First Time in Forever: A Frozen Sing-Along Celebration, held at the Hyperion Theater in Echo Lake. Guests can bring their drinks in to enjoy alongside the show's live performers and singalong moments. The ABC Commissary sits just behind the theater and offers both a Watermelon Margarita and the Happy Daze cocktail for guests looking to grab something before showtime.
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So the next time you're touring Hollywood Studios with a drink in hand, those three venues offer a guilt-free solution. This roundup originally appeared on the Disney Food Blog.
