Guests enjoying the dazzling lights of Disney’s nighttime parade were surprised by this fire and soon after the entire area was evacuated. See full details for this emergency evacuation.
Disney Entertainment Malfunctions
Disney Parks are like no other amusement park in the world. They not only offer great attractions but also unbeatable entertainment options. Guests visiting the Disney Parks are transported to a place where anything is possible if you just believe.
It is often with this idyllic hope that guests are often surprised when unexpected changes occur during scheduled entertainment. Disney Cast Members are trained on what to do when the unexpected occurs during live entertainment.
Earlier this week, we shared how the “Boo to You” Parade was turned around mid-performance during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party.
Disney Parade Float Catches Fire
Paint the Night is one of the best nighttime parades Disney has had. Over 1 million lights twinkle, sparkle, and dance in Disney’s brightest parade ever. Mickey and friends show you how to use your imagination to “Paint the Night” with brilliant, vibrant colors.
Last night, September 10, 2025, Disney guests were shocked when the Little Mermaid float caught on fire. No doubt this was a scary situation for both Cast Members and Guests.
According to Guests, the float experienced difficulties near the Matterhorn Bobsleds. Disney quickly deactivated the float while Cast Members were evacuated.
Disney Float Evacuated
To ensure safety for Guests and Cast Members the float was towed down Main Street at which time Guests shared seeing sparks of fire and smoke from this float.
Little Mermaid float malfunctioned on September 10, 2025
Disney quickly evacuated Guests around this malfunctioning float. It appears that there were no injuries from this scary malfunction. @emmuhthefloor shared her experience seeing this float smoking as she exited Star Tours:
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