About this ride
Guests ride in mine carts through the story of Snow White — the dwarfs' cottage, the dark forest, the Evil Queen's terrifying transformation, and the Prince's awakening kiss. The 2021 renovation added a spectacular new wishing well finale with projection mapping and updated figures.
Best time to ride
Good as a filler during busier periods, or a first-thing-in-the-morning warm-up for young kids.
Insider tips
- The 2021 renovation improved this ride dramatically — the new finale is genuinely beautiful.
- The Evil Queen's transformation into the old hag is one of the most effective effects in Fantasyland.
- Very young children sensitive to scary imagery may be startled by the Evil Queen.
What to know before you ride
- The Evil Queen is genuinely frightening for very young children — her appearance, the transformation scene, and the dark forest visuals can upset sensitive toddlers.
Good for
Mateo's Take
Snow White's Enchanted Wish became worth your time again in 2021 when the full renovation updated the ride's sets, figures, and finale. For years before the refurbishment, this was an attraction that felt dated even by classic Fantasyland standards. The renovation fixed that. The new wishing well finale uses projection mapping to create one of the most genuinely lovely moments in Fantasyland. The Evil Queen transformation remains one of the most effective practical effects in classic Fantasyland, and some very young children will genuinely be frightened by her. Worth a warning before you board if you're with a sensitive toddler. On a full day with no major time pressure, this is an easy walk-on that adds a beautiful chapter to a Fantasyland morning. On a tight one-day schedule, it's okay to skip. On any subsequent visit to the park, walk right in.
— Mateo, Lead Disney Parks Specialist
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