# Family Theme Park Breweries Ballast Point Brewing is Opening a Brewery in Downtown Disney By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2018-01-30 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ballast-point-brewing References: [thrillist](https://www.thrillist.com/news/nation/disneyland-brewery-ballast-point) & [ballastpoint](https://www.ballastpoint.com/) It's no secret that [craft beer](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/craftstyle-nonalcoholic-beers) has become quite popular amongst consumers who are looking for a more artisanal libation to enjoy, so the new [Ballast Point Brewing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/watermelon-double-ipa) brewery in Downtown [Disney](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pixar-place-hotel) at Disneyland will come as a logical new announcement. Set to open before the end of 2018, the new brewery in the theme park will offer a number of classic offerings from the brand along with distinct options that will only be available for patrons of the park. The announcement comes as the first-ever brewery for Disney, and will offer patrons with a comfortable experience where they can enjoy beers and foods that are perfectly paired. The Ballast Point Brewing location in Downtown Disney at Disneyland in Anaheim, California will also house a three-barrel research and development brewery that's sure to create unexpected new brews. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.7/10 - Popularity: 31% | Activity: 41% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Drinking](https://www.trendhunter.com/drinking) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Craft Beer Popularity:** The increasing popularity of craft beer presents opportunities for breweries to cater to consumer demand for artisanal libations. - **Theme Park Brewery Concept:** Opening breweries within theme parks allows breweries to tap into a captive audience and create a unique experience for patrons. - **Exclusive Brews for Theme Park Patrons:** Offering distinct beer options exclusively for theme park patrons enhances the experience and creates a sense of exclusivity. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Craft Beer:** Craft breweries can leverage the increasing popularity of craft beer to expand their presence and meet consumer demand for artisanal libations. - **Theme Parks:** Theme park operators can explore partnerships with breweries to enhance visitor experiences and offer unique attractions within the park. - **Hospitality/food Services:** Restaurants and food services in theme parks can collaborate with breweries to create food and beer pairing experiences, catering to the growing consumer interest in craft beer. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [American Brewery Market Expansions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/outer-range-brewing.md) - [Animation-Inspired Themed Hotels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pixar-place-hotel.md) - [Extra-Flavorful Artisan IPA Beers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iron-hill-brewery-ipas.md) - [Halloween-Themed Amusement Park Activations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/disneyland-resort.md) - [Dreamy Princess-Themed Restaurants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tianas-palace.md) - [Amusement Park Fine Dining](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-fort-secrte.md) - [Watermelon-Infused Double IPAs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/watermelon-double-ipa.md) - [Hard Seltzer Taprooms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hard-seltzer-taproom.md) - [Playful Monster-Inspired Beer Labels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wind-and-waves.md)