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This iconic Wildwood attraction is being taken apart – here's why

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Updated  October 24, 2025 8:47am EDT
Cape May County
FOX 29 Philadelphia
Morey's Piers 'Giant Wheel' to undergo refurbishment during offseason

Morey's Piers 'Giant Wheel' to undergo refurbishment during offseason

One of the Wildwood boardwalk's most iconic sights is coming down...but not for long. The 'Giant Wheel' at Morey's Pier will undergo an extensive refurbishment project during the summer offseason.

The Brief

    • Morey's Piers ‘Giant Wheel’ will be taken down during the summer offseason for extensive refurbishments.
    • The 156-foot Ferris wheel is among the most iconic symbols of summertime at the Jersey shore.
    • The attraction will be ready in time for next summer.

WILDWOOD - One of the Wildwood boardwalk's most iconic sights is coming down… but not for long!

The ‘Giant Wheel’ at Morey's Piers will be taken apart this offseason for an extensive refurbishment project.

The attraction, opened in the '80s, will be inspected and restored before being reassembled in time for next summer.

The ‘Giant Wheel’ stands 156 feet tall, offering some of the most stunning views of the Jersey coast. 

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