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Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy

Join Lightning McQueen as he takes you on a high speed adventure in this fun-filled show!
Location:Hollywood Studios
Sunset Boulevard
Type of Attraction:Indoor theater show
Height Restrictions:None
Typical Wait Time:5-20 minutes
Is It Scary?Nothing scary here!

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Magical Moments
Hidden Mickeys & Other Secrets
Did You Know…?
Touring Tips
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Do you feel the need for speed? Lightning is anxious to showcase what he’s learned over the years. But, things don’t always go according to plan when Chick Hicks hacks into the simulator system to humiliate him, and he has to think fast to get back on course. This unique show stars all of your friends from Cars, including Mater and Cruz Ramirez.

But Lightning is the star of the show, and he comes to life right before your eyes as he takes center stage to show off his racing expertise. Get ready for some high-octane excitement as  Lightning gears up for a challenge to finally settle the score with Chicks in a thrilling virtual race. Ready? Set? GO!!!!

Magical Moments

  • The figure of Lightning McQueen is incredibly…well, lifelike isn’t quite the right word. Let’s just say he’s everything you imagined he would be if you could visit the Pixar world of Cars!
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Hidden Mickeys & Other Secrets

  • Lightning McQueen’s number, 95, is a reference to the year that Toy Story, Pixar’s first feature-length film, was released!
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Did You Know...?

  • The show opened on March 31, 2019, as part of Disney’s Hollywood Studios’ 30th anniversary celebration.
  • The giant, wrap-around screen is nearly two stories tall and stretches more than 200 feet from end to end.
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Touring Tips

  • Shows are held throughout the day and there’s never much of a wait (typically just until the next show begins), so you can visit any time you’d like! This is a great way to pass the time if you’re waiting for your FastPass+ time at the Tower of Terror or the Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster.
  • In the courtyard outside the attraction, guests can meet Cruz Ramirez and join DJ’s Dance Party, relocated from Cars Land.
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Photo Gallery

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