
We have an opening date for The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure. It will open at Disney’s Hollywood Studios on May 27. That is also the date that Disney Villains: Unfairly Ever After will open! Here’s all that you need to know about The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure from Disney Parks Blog.
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Life will be the bubbles this summer at Disney’s Hollywood Studios when “The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure” opens!
Journey under the sea with Ariel and friends starting on May 27, 2025, when this all-new theatrical production inspired by the Walt Disney Animation Studios classic The Little Mermaid opens to fin-tastic applause.
This fully reimagined show will take the audience to Ariel’s treasure trove, keeping the lively puppets, props, and scenery center stage. But new to this production, get ready to be dazzled with new digital puppetry and jaw-dropping effects. Plus, the addition of new-to-the-show songs!
No need to hold your breath, May 27 will be here before you can shake a dinglehopper.

What is “The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure” about?
Nestled in Animation Courtyard, Ariel, Flounder, Sebastian, Prince Eric, and more will take to the stage to retell the classic story of The Little Mermaid. This fully reimagined show will feature stunning set pieces, imaginative costumes, cutting-edge effects, skillful puppetry, and a bold new design aesthetic that captures Ariel’s imagination and emotions through her unique view of the world around her.
What songs will be included in the reimagined show?
They say life is better down where it’s wetter for a reason. And that’s because audiences will once again get to hear “Under the Sea” and “Part of Your World” as part of the performance. Plus, two new new-to-this-theater musical numbers will debut, “Daughters of Triton” and “Kiss the Girl.” Don’t try to hide it — you’ll want to hum along.
When does “The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure” begin performances?
Swim on down to Hollywood Studios for May 27 (or jump on the Skyliner, or take a bus or boat) for these performances to kick off! With multiple showtimes each day, you’ll have plenty of chances to experience this, guppies.
Don’t fret, poor unfortunate souls, here’s a peek at “The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure”
This world makes such wonderful things, including a look at one of the performances in the upcoming show! Ariel will again flip her fins center stage when the musical adventure opens this summer.

Plus, a new collage highlighting the characters guests know and love from The Little Mermaid has arrived, leaning into the animation-inspired style for the full production.

Sea you this summer at Hollywood Studios!