Magic Kingdom's Little Mermaid Ride to Close for Refurbishment Late July 2025

By WDWMAGIC Staff · Friday June 27, 2025 12:07pm ET · "Under the Sea - Journey of the Little Mermaid"

Under the Sea – Journey of The Little Mermaid at Magic Kingdom will be unavailable to guests for a short refurbishment beginning July 21, 2025. The ride is scheduled to reopen on July 26.

Under the Sea - Journey of The Little Mermaid Overview
Under the Sea - Journey of The Little Mermaid Overview

Disney has not announced any changes to the attraction’s show scenes or ride system. The refurbishment is expected to focus on general upkeep.

The dark ride, located in Fantasyland, opened in 2012 and features scenes from the animated film, including animatronic characters and an undersea musical number set to “Under the Sea.”

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gerararJun 27, 2025
Are you able to clarify if the ride is reopening on the 26th or 27th? BlogMickey seems to think otherwise and got communication from Disney that it'll reopen on the 26th.

Your article says 27th however! @wdwmagic
wdwmagicJun 27, 2025
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I will see what I can find out, but currently I have it as reopening 27
larryzJun 27, 2025
Any chance they'll pull a 20K Leagues maneuver on this turkey?
ToTBellHopJun 27, 2025
MDE says closed 7/26
JohnDJun 27, 2025
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wdwmagicJul 25, 2025
Little Mermaid Attraction Reopens Early Following Refurbishment at Magic Kingdom
https://www.wdwmagic.com/attractions/ariels-adventure/news/25jul2025-little-mermaid-attraction-reopens-early-following-refurbishment-at-magic-kingdom.htm
Disgruntled WaltJul 26, 2025
Did they fix any effects?
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