NEWS! A Disney’s Hollywood Studios Attraction Is Now Permanently Closed

The time has officially come in Disney’s Hollywood Studios.

Hollywood Studios

Yesterday, we said goodbye to an adorable attraction that was fit for all ages. Over on Sunset Boulevard, tucked away close to where Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster is located but even FURTHER behind it sat Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy, but as of today, it’s no more.

It was announced back in the beginning of September that Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy would close to make way for a new show, and the official last day of operation was yesterday, October 7th. As of today, the area is roped off and construction will begin soon to turn it into the new show area.

The area is now roped off!

In case you didn’t get to experience it, Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy was about a 15-minute show that brought you to Lightning McQueen’s virtual racing track to teach you how to use it, but his nemesis Chick Hicks breaks into the system and challenges Lightning McQueen to another race. Lightning McQueen’s friends step in to help him when Chick starts to cheat during the race, helping Lightning win despite all the struggles in his way, reminding us that at the end of the day, winning or losing doesn’t matter — it’s the friends you have with you.

Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy

Kids and adults alike appreciated the show, especially the epic Lightning McQueen animatronic. It was quite iconic and impressive, and we really will miss him!

Lightning McQueen animatronic

However, this area will become the home to a new Villains show in 2025! So far, we know that this show will feature villains like Captain Hook, Maleficent, and Cruella de Vil, and it’s been teased that they’ll break through glass as they take the stage for live production numbers!

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We don’t yet know when exactly this show is set to open in 2025, but we’ll be keeping a close eye on all the latest details because we’re really excited to see how it will take us into “the mysterious, reflective realm of the Magic Mirror.” So be sure to stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney World news!

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