Who says that big trucks and dirt are only for boys? I am a huge fan of Monster Jam and every year I cover it I am even more impressed than the previous year. If you have never been before here are a few tips and things to expect that should make your visit smooth and comfortable!
Tips For Attending Monster Jam
-The first and most important tip is bring ear protection! It is extremely loud at monster Jams and little ones can be sensitive to the noise. Some good ear protection like noise canceling headphones or ear plugs is highly recommended.
-Bundle up! It is not only cold outside, it is cold in the arena. A hat and gloves might not be a bad idea.
-Try to get your tickets before you arrive for the event. The longest lines at the arena are the box office lines AND security.
-Bring Cash! You will need it for parking.
-Make a sign for your favorite Monster Truck and bring it with you. You might just get featured on the Jumbo Tron.
-Check the venue before you go to see if you can bring food. I found out after the fact that at Angel Stadium you can bring snacks and water. We were allowed to bring outside food (food brought from home or fast food, etc.), juice boxes and small water bottles. It certainly saves a lot of money that way.
-Watch your local news outlets as sometimes a truck or two will appear in public before the event. This is a great way to let smaller children experience the trucks who might not have the patience to sit through a performance.
-If you can, purchase The Pit Party Passes. They allow you to see the trucks up close and get autographs before the show.
-Keep an eye out in the parking lot. A lot of people tail gate before the show and we saw kids riding scooters up and down the parking lot while cars were looking for spots.
-Be prepared to sit for up to 30 mins in the parking lot upon leaving due to traffic. If you hate waiting, I suggest you leave a little early to beat the crowd.
What Will We See?
What won’t you see! Expect trucks to be flipping over, hoods will be flying off, sometimes you might see flames from a truck catching on fire but most of all you will see big trucks racing each other, doing tricks like wheelies and pumping up the crowd! Here is a sample video from our visit:
Pit Party
At the Monster Jam® Pit Party, you can see the massive trucks up close, meet your favorite drivers, get autographs, take pictures and enjoy other family-friendly activities. It’s an unforgettable part of the Monster Jam experience where lifelong fans are born. Also fans can enjoy an exclusive extra hour in the Pit Party with the limited quantity Pit Party Early Access Pass that provides fans early entry to beat the crowds and have more time to experience all the Monster Jam fun! Plus, fans in every city can become part of the action by voting for the winner in the two-wheel and freestyle competitions via real-time, in-arena fan voting on their smartphones.
WHEN: Saturday, January 11, 2020
Pit Party open from 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM (Event ticket & Pit Pass required for entry. Drivers leave Pit Party at 5:00 PM)
Event Time – 6:30 PM
Featured Trucks/Drivers: Grave Digger® driven by Adam Anderson; El Toro Loco® driven by Becky McDonough; Dragon™ driven by Jon Zimmer; Great Clips Mohawk Warrior® driven by Bryce Kenny; Monster Energy driven by Todd LeDuc; Monster Mutt® Rottweiller driven by Brad Allen; Avenger driven by Jim Koehler; Black Pearl driven by Cole Venard; Stone Crusher driven by Steve Sims; Hooked driven by Bryan Wright; Over Bored driven by Jayme Garner; Overkill Evolution driven by Mike Vaters II; Black Stallion driven by TBD
**Truck line-up subject to change
WHEN: Saturday, January 25, 2020
Pit Party open from 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM (Event ticket & Pit Pass required for entry. Drivers leave Pit Party at 5:00 PM)
Event Time – 6:30 PM
Featured Trucks/Drivers:
Grave Digger® driven by Morgan Kane; Son-uva Digger® driven by Ryan Anderson; Max-D™ driven by Neil Elliott;
El Toro Loco® driven by Kevin Crocker; Megalodon® driven by Cory Rummell; BroDozer™ driven by Team BroDozer; Monster Mutt® Dalmatian driven by Cynthia Gauthier; Bounty Hunter driven by Jimmy Creten; Scarlet Bandit driven by Dawn Creten; Jester driven by Matt Pagliarulo; Kraken driven by Nick Pagliarulo; Wolf’s Head driven by Kristen Hope; Xtermigator driven by Buddy Tompkins **Truck line-up subject to change
WHEN: Saturday, February 8, 2020
Pit Party open from 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM (Event ticket & Pit Pass required for entry. Drivers leave Pit Party at 5:00 PM)
Event Time – 6:30 PM
Featured Trucks/Drivers:
Grave Digger® driven by Morgan Kane; Son-uva Digger® driven by Ryan Anderson; Max-D™ driven by Neil Elliott;
El Toro Loco® driven by Kevin Crocker; Megalodon® driven by Cory Rummell; BroDozer™ driven by Team BroDozer; Monster Mutt® Dalmatian driven by Cynthia Gauthier; Bounty Hunter driven by Jimmy Creten; Scarlet Bandit driven by Dawn Creten; Jester driven by Matt Pagliarulo; Kraken driven by Nick Pagliarulo; Wolf’s Head driven by Kristen Hope; Xtermigator driven by Buddy Tompkins **Truck line-up subject to change
WHEN: Saturday, February 22, 2020
Pit Party open from 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM (Event ticket & Pit Pass required for entry. Drivers leave Pit Party at 5:00 PM)
Event Time – 6:30 PM
Sunday, February 23, 2020
Pit Party open from 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM (Event ticket & Pit Pass required for entry. Drivers leave Pit Party at 1:00 PM) Event Time – 2:30 PM
Featured Trucks/Drivers: Grave Digger® driven by Charlie Pauken; Max-D™ driven by Tom Meents; El Toro Loco® driven by Scott Buetow; Whiplash™ driven by Brianna Mahon; Monster Energy driven by Coty Saucier; Bakugan Dragonoid driven by Camden Murphy; EarthShaker® driven by Steven Thompson; Bad Company driven by John Gordon; Obsessed driven by Eric Swanson; Saigon Shaker driven by Ryan Disharoon; Time Flys driven by Kelvin Ramer; Wild Flower driven by Rosalee Ramer **Truck line-up subject to change
VENUE: Angel Stadium of Anaheim – 2000 Gene Autry Way, Anaheim, CA 92806
TICKETS: Ticket prices start at just $25!
Pit Passes available for $15 each; Pit Party Early Access Pass pricing starts at $35 each
Tickets will be available to purchase online at Ticketmaster.com
**Ticket prices subject to change – additional venue/ticketing fees may apply.
PIT PARTY: Open from 2:30 PM–5:30 PM prior to each Saturday event; 11:30 AM–1:30 PM prior to
the Feb. 23rd Sunday event
Exclusive Pit Party Early Access Pass entrance at 1:30 PM (Saturday events only)
**Event ticket and Pit Passes are required for entry; Pit Passes available to purchase for $15 each
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Can you bring food to the monster jam at University of Phoenix? And is it possible to see the trucks up close, though my small grandson has tickets for the nose bleed section?
Thank you,
Mama Yvonne
602-551-0636
I have never been to an event at UOFPhoenix? So unfortunately I do not know.
What are the best seata to get for kids at the angel stadium for monster jam! I am not sure if closer ir better or further away due to the noise.
We loved being in section 201-202 at Anaheim Stadium. You can see some of the drivers up close from there.
I am taking my 2yr old who doesn’t sit well to this, this weekend. Not sure if this is a good idea or not. We’ve never been to something like this before. I’m nervous!
how did it go?
Hi , what time is ideal to show up if your planning on tailgating ? And also do you need a pit pass to park and tailgate if your not going into the pit party ?
How is everything with covid guide lines?