{"id":32987,"date":"2024-07-11T06:00:25","date_gmt":"2024-07-11T10:00:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/?page_id=32987"},"modified":"2025-07-13T11:07:08","modified_gmt":"2025-07-13T15:07:08","slug":"lightning-mcqueens-racing-academy","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world-theme-parks\/disneys-hollywood-studios\/lightning-mcqueens-racing-academy\/","title":{"rendered":"Lightning McQueen\u2019s Racing Academy"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"entry-meta\"><time class=\"entry-time\">11 July 2024<\/time> by <span class=\"entry-author\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/erin-schreiver-military-disney-tips-author\/\" class=\"entry-author-link\" rel=\"author\"><span class=\"entry-author-name\">Erin Schreiver<\/span><\/a><\/span> <span class=\"entry-comments-link\"><a 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href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world-theme-parks\/disneys-hollywood-studios\/lightning-mcqueens-racing-academy\/#Disneys_Hollywood_Studios_is_known_for_the_biggest_and_most_immersive_thrill_rides_in_all_of_Walt_Disney_World\" >Disney\u2019s Hollywood Studios is known for the biggest and most immersive thrill rides in all of Walt Disney World.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world-theme-parks\/disneys-hollywood-studios\/lightning-mcqueens-racing-academy\/#What_is_Lightning_McQueens_Racing_Academy\" >What is Lightning McQueen&#8217;s Racing Academy?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world-theme-parks\/disneys-hollywood-studios\/lightning-mcqueens-racing-academy\/#What_to_Expect\" >What to Expect<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world-theme-parks\/disneys-hollywood-studios\/lightning-mcqueens-racing-academy\/#Who_is_Lightning_McQueens_Racing_Academy_for\" >Who is Lightning McQueen\u2019s Racing Academy for?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world-theme-parks\/disneys-hollywood-studios\/lightning-mcqueens-racing-academy\/#Duration_of_the_Attraction\" >Duration of the Attraction<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world-theme-parks\/disneys-hollywood-studios\/lightning-mcqueens-racing-academy\/#Seating_Situation\" >Seating Situation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world-theme-parks\/disneys-hollywood-studios\/lightning-mcqueens-racing-academy\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Disneys_Hollywood_Studios_is_known_for_the_biggest_and_most_immersive_thrill_rides_in_all_of_Walt_Disney_World\"><\/span>Disney\u2019s Hollywood Studios is known for the biggest and most immersive thrill rides in all of Walt Disney World.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>This attraction has closed permanently!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-33174\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Lightning-McQueens-Racing-Academy-Exterior.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Lightning-McQueens-Racing-Academy-Exterior.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Lightning-McQueens-Racing-Academy-Exterior-600x450.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Lightning-McQueens-Racing-Academy-Exterior-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Lightning-McQueens-Racing-Academy-Exterior-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&#x1f4cd;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world-theme-parks\/disneys-hollywood-studios\/\">Hollywood Studios<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world-theme-parks\/disneys-hollywood-studios\/sunset-boulevard-at-disneys-hollywood-studios\/\">Sunset Boulevard<\/a><\/p>\n<p>But that doesn\u2019t mean that there aren\u2019t attractions for Disney\u2019s youngest fans. If you&#8217;re a fan of the <em>Cars<\/em>\u00a0movie franchise, buckle up because Disney&#8217;s Hollywood Studios has a special treat for you: Lightning McQueen&#8217;s Racing Academy!<\/p>\n<p><strong>This Kid Friendly Favorite Closed Permanently on 8 October 2024.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_Lightning_McQueens_Racing_Academy\"><\/span>What is Lightning McQueen&#8217;s Racing Academy?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-33175\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Lightning-McQueens-Racing-Academy-Photo-Op.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Lightning-McQueens-Racing-Academy-Photo-Op.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Lightning-McQueens-Racing-Academy-Photo-Op-600x450.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Lightning-McQueens-Racing-Academy-Photo-Op-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Lightning-McQueens-Racing-Academy-Photo-Op-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Lightning McQueen&#8217;s Racing Academy is an entertaining show attraction that debuted in March 2019. Located in the Sunset Showcase just past Rock &#8216;n&#8217; Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith, this attraction invites guests into the world of Radiator Springs and the Piston Cup racing circuit. The show features a state-of-the-art animatronic Lightning McQueen and a massive 17-foot-tall, 200-foot-long wraparound screen, which helps to create an engaging and dynamic environment.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_Expect\"><\/span>What to Expect<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-33177\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Lightning-McQueens-Racing-Academy-Show.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Lightning-McQueens-Racing-Academy-Show.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Lightning-McQueens-Racing-Academy-Show-600x450.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Lightning-McQueens-Racing-Academy-Show-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Lightning-McQueens-Racing-Academy-Show-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Right from the start, guests are greeted by Lightning McQueen himself, who shares his experiences and racing tips in a high-energy presentation. The show integrates impressive special effects, including synchronized lighting, sound, and projection mapping that bring the racing scenes to life. Let\u2019s be honest, forget all the technical mumbo jumbo, it\u2019s Lightning McQueen!<\/p>\n<p>The show also features other friends from the Cars franchise, like our favorite Mater.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-33173\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/DHS-Lightning-McQueens-Racing-Academy.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/DHS-Lightning-McQueens-Racing-Academy.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/DHS-Lightning-McQueens-Racing-Academy-600x450.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/DHS-Lightning-McQueens-Racing-Academy-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/DHS-Lightning-McQueens-Racing-Academy-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The storyline revolves around Lightning McQueen teaching new racers about the ins and outs of the racing world. However, things take a twist when Chick Hicks, McQueen\u2019s old rival, disrupts the training session. Don\u2019t worry, no spoilers here!<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_is_Lightning_McQueens_Racing_Academy_for\"><\/span>Who is Lightning McQueen\u2019s Racing Academy for?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Lightning McQueen&#8217;s Racing Academy is designed for all ages, but let\u2019s just say those between 3-8 will enjoy it the most.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Duration_of_the_Attraction\"><\/span>Duration of the Attraction<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The show itself lasts approximately 10 minutes. This is the perfect length to keep those younger audiences engaged and excited.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Seating_Situation\"><\/span>Seating Situation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-33179\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Lightning-McQueens-Racing-Academy-Seating.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Lightning-McQueens-Racing-Academy-Seating.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Lightning-McQueens-Racing-Academy-Seating-600x450.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Lightning-McQueens-Racing-Academy-Seating-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Lightning-McQueens-Racing-Academy-Seating-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Luckily, Lightning McQueen\u2019s Racing Academy is indoors so you get to enjoy the air conditioning, however, the seating leaves a lot to be desired.<\/p>\n<p>Guests with back issues, beware! This attraction features bench style seating with zero back support. Let\u2019s just say that if you have any style of back issues, you will feel every one of those 10 minutes.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-33176\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Lightning-McQueens-Racing-Academy-Photos-Outside.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Lightning-McQueens-Racing-Academy-Photos-Outside.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Lightning-McQueens-Racing-Academy-Photos-Outside-600x450.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Lightning-McQueens-Racing-Academy-Photos-Outside-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Lightning-McQueens-Racing-Academy-Photos-Outside-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>In a park where we prioritize thrills, Lightning McQueen\u2019s Racing Academy is great to make sure that the little ones feel just as involved with the vacation as those that are young at heart.<\/p>\n\n<p><b>Have comments or questions, be sure to leave them in the Comment Section Below!<\/b><\/p>\n\n<div id=\"milit-1114841624\" class=\"milit-after-content milit-entity-placement\"><br>\r\n<div align=\"center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.paypal.com\/ncp\/payment\/4V6YWP2M2DNAU\">Send Steve a Tip<\/a><\/div><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>by Disney\u2019s Hollywood Studios is known for the biggest and most immersive thrill rides in all of Walt Disney World. 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