Merry-go-round dream meaning is explained below using 8 different sources. Each interpretation is shown with its source.

Interpretation 1 — Nancy Wagaman

The idea of a repeating cycle.

Going around and around (such as circular logic, or repeating a process or lesson).

Participating in a process or activity with others in real life.

A feeling or fear of “getting nowhere.” A desire for more “simple fun” in your life.

For more clues, consider your feelings (feeling delighted about choosing a horse might represent your delight about a recent real-life decision).

Not being able to get off the merry-go-round might represent feeling stuck in a never-ending situation or pattern.

Not being able to get on the merry-go-round could represent feeling like you’re not being allowed to participate somehow in your life.

See Ride, Playground, Amusement Park, Ferris Wheel, Festival or Carnival

Source: The Curious Dreamer’s Dream Dictionary • Author: Nancy Wagaman

Interpretation 2 — Garuda

Vision: Seeing a merry-go-round: a warning that you are about to do something foolish. Acting without thinking might get you in real trouble.

Depth Psychology: A merry-go-round is a warning not to be foolish and careless. It also might refer to an actual ear problem (possibly impaired balance).

If these dreams appear frequendy, see a specialist.

See Dizziness.

Source: Dreamers Dictionary • Author: Garuda

Interpretation 3 — Stearn Robinson - Tom Corbett

To dream of riding on, or observing, a carousel with happy children aboard signifies a coming improvement in your life conditions; but to be on it alone or to see a deserted or derelict one predicts a period of discouragement, but don’t despair—new doors will eventually open.
Source: The Complete Guide to Interpreting Your Dreams • Author: Stearn Robinson - Tom Corbett

Interpretation 4 — Betty Bethards

Wheel of karma; you are going round and round in the same old numbers and programs. Take a look at what you are doing. Get off and make a little progress.
Source: The Dream Books Symbols • Author: Betty Bethards

Interpretation 5 — myjellybean

To see a merry-go-round in your dream, represents innocent joy. This dream can also express anxiety about the transition into adulthood.
Source: My Dream Interpretation • Author: myjellybean

Interpretation 6 — Joan Seaman - Tom Philbin

1. Desire to return to childhood.

2. Someone is leading one on a one-way trip to nowhere.

Source: New American Dream Dictionary • Author: Joan Seaman - Tom Philbin

Interpretation 7 — Margaret Hamilton

Going in circles and not getting anywhere because of merry activity
Source: Dream Dictionary Unlimited • Author: Margaret Hamilton

Interpretation 8 — Raymond Buckland

See Carousel.
Source: Gypsy Dream Dictionary • Author: Raymond Buckland