KA-CHOW! Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy opened at Disney’s Hollywood Studios on March 31st 2019.

Enter the world of Pixar Animation Studios’ Cars films as a rookie racer. You’ll learn the rules of the road from Piston Cup Champion Lightning McQueen.

Once you cruise inside, you’ll come face to face with Lightning live on stage. The theater features a 17-foot-tall wraparound screen that stretches more than 200 feet end to end, enveloping guests in high-octane fun.

During the 10-minute show, Lightning shares racing knowledge gathered over the course of his illustrious career. And if there’s one thing he’s learned over the years … things don’t always go the way they’re supposed to.

But with the help of Mater, Cruz Ramirez and other friends from Radiator Springs, Lightning is bound to get back on track. Sometimes you just have to turn right to go left!

Disney Parks Live Entertainment worked closely with the creative team at Pixar to bring this completely new Cars story to life. Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy runs continuously throughout the day at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.

Lightning McQueen's Rading Acadamy Hollywood Studios

Once the race is over, you can immerse yourself in the world of Cars in the courtyard outside Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy. Meet Cruz and snap a photo with the champion racer. Dance with DJ, the ultimate party on wheels. DJ made his way east across Route 66 and brings his own mix of music to Disney’s Hollywood Studios.

Lightning McQueen’s Pit Crew will arrive several times a day for “DJ’s Ready! Set! Party Time!”. Join in with Cars-inspired dances and games.

Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy is located next to Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith.

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