Disney World's Elite Hotel Erupts with 10+ Person Hostile Battle, Baby Involved

A new viral video has surfaced showing a chaotic fistfight involving several guests inside Disney’s Contemporary Resort, raising fresh concerns about guest behavior and security enforcement at Walt Disney World. The footage, shared on TikTok by user @alyssabarattatata, captures the brawl unfolding near the entrance to Bayview Gifts on the resort’s fourth floor Grand Canyon Concourse.

A family of four, two adults and two children, are seated at a table in a lively restaurant. They are smiling and posing for a photo with a person dressed as a chef Mickey Mouse character, who has arms open wide in a friendly gesture. Food and drinks are on the table. — Credit: Disney

The video, captioned “couldn’t finish my bar crawl mannnn” with the ironic text overlay “having a magical time at Disney,” shows a group of at least four men engaged in a heated physical altercation while a crowd of bystanders watches nearby.

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The Fight at Contemporary Resort: What Happened?

From the video, several men can be seen shoving and yelling at each other. A man in a tan shirt briefly rushes to intervene but is ignored. The escalation continues as a man in a white shirt throws a punch at another man in a black shirt, who visibly staggers afterward.

Nearby, a woman holding an infant tries to calm the situation, extending an arm as if pleading for peace, but she eventually steps back as the violence intensifies. Another woman pushing a stroller spots the fight and rushes toward the group, leaving her stroller behind to avoid danger, while the first woman moves the stroller to safety.

Though several Cast Members and security personnel are visible near the scene, they do not immediately intervene in the video.

The video was reportedly recorded on the evening of August 2, 2025. No official details have been released about the cause of the fight, whether arrests were made, or how the situation was resolved.

Viral Comments Reflect Guest Frustration and Safety Concerns

Contemporary Resort Incredibles Rooms — Credit: Disney

The TikTok video has sparked an outpouring of comments from viewers, many expressing disbelief and frustration at the fight occurring at a Disney Deluxe Resort. Some comments include:

“In a deluxe?? We don’t behave like that in Pop just sayin.”
“Never seen this at the All Star.”
“Why would that lady get in there with a newborn.”
“The security guard just standing there.”
“They spent a lot of money to be thrown out and banned from a place.”

One commenter shared a disturbing backstory involving an altercation at Disney that appears unrelated but illustrates ongoing guest behavior problems:

“If any of u are curious William Litners (old bald man on blue collared shirt) daughter (white shirt business pants looks like she’s from bugs life) antagonized a random family at Disney while drunk. She told her father to attack a random guy and the father did, but was so out of shape he couldn’t even connect a punch, then got his fat sons to come in and sucker punch the other family. He now has multiple charges against him and isn’t banned from Disney but the assaulted family is. Hope this helps.”

A Growing Problem? Other Recent Incidents at Walt Disney World

This fight is just the latest in a string of disturbing incidents occurring at Walt Disney World locations recently. Earlier this summer, a violent argument erupted among guests shopping in Disney Springs, causing disruptions and a heavy security response.

In EPCOT, an Annual Passholder was recorded screaming aggressively at security personnel, drawing widespread criticism online and raising questions about guest conduct and park enforcement policies.

These incidents come amid reports of increased guest misconduct, sometimes linked to alcohol consumption and large groups disregarding park rules.

Guest Safety and Security Response Under Scrutiny

Several viewers of the Contemporary Resort fight video have criticized Disney security’s apparent lack of immediate intervention, with comments questioning why guards were “just standing there” as the fight unfolded.

Walt Disney World employs a dedicated security force tasked with maintaining order and guest safety across its expansive properties. However, with millions of visitors annually, managing every conflict quickly can be challenging.

Disney has not released an official statement regarding the fight or the security response. It remains unclear whether any guests were removed from the property or faced bans following the altercation.

The Impact on Guest Experience and Park Reputation

Disney parks and resorts have long been celebrated for their family-friendly atmosphere and immersive experiences. However, a rise in publicized incidents involving violence and unruly guest behavior threatens to tarnish that image.

Frequent visitors and social media users have expressed concerns that escalating conflicts could deter families from visiting or impact overall enjoyment.

Others argue that isolated incidents should not overshadow the millions of guests who continue to enjoy Disney’s offerings peacefully.

What’s Next? Monitoring and Prevention

As summer travel continues, Disney faces mounting pressure to address guest behavior and reinforce safety measures.

Possible strategies could include increased security presence in high-traffic resort areas, enhanced training for Cast Members in de-escalation techniques, and stricter enforcement of alcohol policies.

Ultimately, ensuring that all guests can enjoy a safe, magical visit remains a top priority for Walt Disney World management.