CARS is racing back to the El Capitan Theatre to celebrate its 20th anniversary with a special limited run from September 4 – 15, 2026. The engagement will include special early screening opportunities, fan events, and more surprises!

You will find no better place than the classic El Capitan Theater in Hollywood to catch a film on the big screen. Plus, the historic movie palace has a few special extras in store for this engagement which you can learn more about below…

Early Screening Event

• General Admission
  • WHEN: Thursday, September 3 — 4:00 PM and 7:00 PM
  • PRICE: $20 for all ages
  • WHAT: Includes a reserved seat

Fan Event Screening

• Piston Cup Pack Ticket
  • WHEN: Friday, September 4 — 7:00 PM
  • PRICE: $65
  • WHAT: Includes a reserved seat, priority entry, Piston Cup Drink Container, popcorn, fountain drink, and event credential
• General Ticket
  • WHEN: Friday, September 4 — 7:00 PM
  • PRICE: $35
  • WHAT: Includes a reserved seat, popcorn, fountain drink, and event credential

More Ticket Offers

• Racer Pack
  • PRICE: $64
  • WHAT: Includes four tickets

Special Extras

If a regular movie-going situation is not your style, you can rely on the El Capitan Theatre for some special extras included for most engagements!

• Specialty Concessions: Pick up special items celebrating the movie. Specialty concessions are available for purchase for ticketed guests while supplies last.

See it for Yourself

CARS has its limited engagement at the El Capitan Theatre from September 4 – 15, 2026.

Tickets available at The El Capitan Theatre (6838 Hollywood Blvd.), online at elcapitantickets.com, or by calling 1-800-DISNEY6 (1-800-347-6396).

• Daily Showtimes:
  • 10:00 AM, 1:00 PM, 4:00 PM, and 7:00 PM
  • Dates and showtimes are subject to change
• Pricing (All seats for this engagement are reserved)
  • $20 for all ages for the early screenings