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All the changes around the Disney parks can be a lot to keep up with, but that also means there’s nearly always something new to see. Disney previously announced that a new Mirabel Madrigal meet-and-greet would be coming to Magic Kingdom, and we think this closure may be a sign that Mirabel could be coming soon!
The Merida meet-and-greet at Fairytale Garden is officially closed! Disney announced that Mirabel from Encanto will soon get her own meet-and-greet in Magic Kingdom and will meet guests in Fairytale Garden instead.
Merida meet and greet
Starting today, July 9th, Merida is now meeting guests at the Liberty Square Enchanted Glade Gazebo. (It’s the gazebo near Ye Olde Christmas Shoppe!)
Merida is OFFICIALLY meeting guests in a new location! We spotted her in the gazebo by Ye Olde Christmas Shoppe! pic.twitter.com/fFrAgxinZQ
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And don’t worry; the change is also reflected on the My Disney Experience app. Here’s a look at the full list of times Merida was available during our visit.
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We asked Merida how she likes her new spot, and she seems pretty happy about the change! But she’s right — the gazebo could definitely use a few more targets.
Hey, Merida!
We headed over to the old meet-and-greet area, and it looks like the space is officially closed.
This space is CLOSED!
The existing space that is currently home to Merida’s old meet-and-greet will be “transformed with whimsical decor inspired by La Familia Madrigal,” so you’ll get an extra special experience if you stop by to say hello to Mirabel. We can’t wait to check it out!
Mirabel in a surprise parade in Disney World
While we don’t know exactly when Mirabel will begin meeting guests, we do know it will be sometime this fall. We’ll be on the lookout for more news about this meet and greet, so stay tuned to DFB for more!
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It’s an interesting change. And hey- a new use for the gazebo! When I first went in 2014 Tiana & Naveen were meeting out there, and it seemed like the “exiled place”, lol. Buuuuuuuuuuuuut this is a great way to use an under-used part of the park. Anyone who visits MK regularly knows that THIS is the place you go to be alone and away from other people. It’s easy to avoid the crowds way over here where it’s the “between point”. So it’s a handy place… though might hurt the value of her meet & greet.