Cars Land · Disney California Adventure
Mater's Junkyard Jamboree
About this ride
Guests sit in small tow-cable carriages pulled by baby tractor vehicles in an outer orbit around Mater, who performs original parody country songs about farm life. The carriages swing outward as they're whipped around the circuit. The musical interludes are cheerful and the Cars Land backdrop makes even a brief ride feel immersive.
Best time to ride
Any time — waits are manageable. Great for toddler families who need a Cars Land activity while older siblings ride Radiator Springs Racers.
Insider tips
- Outer carriages whip significantly harder than inner ones — choose based on how much swing you want.
- Listen to the full Mater hoedown song — the lyrics are genuinely funny.
- Great for younger kids who can't yet ride Radiator Springs Racers.
- Cars Land is most beautiful at night — the neon backdrop makes Mater's even more charming.
What to know before you ride
- Outer carriages have a significant whipping/swinging sensation that can surprise guests expecting a purely gentle ride
Good for
Mateo's Take
Fun filler in Cars Land with genuinely funny music. Sit in the outer carriages if you want to feel the whip. Great for toddlers and families waiting on Radiator Springs Racers Lightning Lane times.
— Mateo, Lead Disney Parks Specialist
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