Radiator Springs at night with Lightning McQueen and Mater Driving
  • On Aug 12, 2025
    Tomas from AZ Asked Please note that experiences, policies, pricing and other offerings are subject to change and may have changed since the date of this answer.

    Will radiator racers and big thunder be open on September 27th?

    Hi there, Tomas. Welcome to planDisney!

    I’m delighted to see you’re planning a trip to the Happiest Place on Earth at the end of September. My family and I love Big Thunder Mountain Railroad in Disneyland Park as well as Radiator Springs Racers in Disney California Adventure Park. These two attractions are full of exhilarating thrills, and both offer a great experience when you ride them after dark!

    Unfortunately, they will indeed be closed for extended refurbishment soon. Radiator Springs Racers will be heading for a pitstop starting on August 18, 2025 and Big Thunder Mountain Railroad will head for the train depot beginning on September 2, 2025. At this time, there has been no official announcement as to when these two rides will reopen. However, I often check the Hours and Events Calendar prior to my visit to see which rides are scheduled to be closed for refurbishment. I took a quick peek at the calendar based on your visit date (September 27, 2025) and at this time, Big Thunder Mountain Railroad is scheduled for closure; however, Radiator Springs Racers is not currently listed to be closed for refurbishment on September 27. This is subject to change, but I hope the Radiator Springs Racers refurbishment will stay on schedule and you’ll get to enjoy it during your upcoming visit. Since it’s still quite some time before your trip, I recommend checking the Hours and Events Calendar again as it gets closer to your visit. 

    If you have more questions for us as you continue to plan your upcoming trip, please stop by planDisney again.

    Have a magical day,
    Kiki

thumbnail image for Kiki

Meet the Panelist: Kiki, California

Greetings! I have been fascinated by the magic of Disney since I was a little girl; now that I am a mother of two, I love watching my children experience Disney Parks through their own eyes. I am also surrounded by fellow Disney-loving nurse friends whom I enjoy quick adults-only Disneyland Resort escapes or Disney Cruise Line voyages with. Whether you are planning your once-in-a-lifetime family trip or a short adults-only getaway to the Happiest Place on Earth, I am here to help!

Learn More About Kiki

Didn't find what you were looking for? Click the Ask a Question button to open the Ask a Question dialogue box. If you are not logged in a dialogue box will appear to signin in order to ask a question.

To submit your question, please log in now if you have not already done so.

Ask a QuestionOpens the Ask a Question dialog box.
x

Update Browser

For a better experience browsing this website, please download an updated version of Internet Explorer.


Or you can continue browsing without updating.