The monster of motorsport is revving up to throw down for an adrenaline-charged weekend at the Sunrise Monster Jam.
The titan truck tussle, taking place Aug. 10-11 at Amerant Bank Arena, will feature vast vehicles that weigh 12,000 pounds and are about 10.5 feet tall, 12.5 feet wide and 17 feet long.
On both days, a Monster Jam Pit Party will kick off the activities from 10:30 a.m. to noon, allowing guests to see the massive trucks up close, meet the drivers and crews, get autographs and take selfies. Attendees must have both an event ticket and a Pit Pass to gain access.
Then, the Monster Jam starts at 1 p.m. and again at 7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 10, and at 1 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 11.
However, fans might want to take their seats an hour beforehand for the Monster Jam Trackside. That’s where there are driver interviews, competition previews, opening ceremonies, power rush truck introductions and prize giveaways.
WHAT ACTUALLY HAPPENS
- Drivers will race their monster trucks and perform stunts (including backflips, big-air launches, wheelies).
- There will also be a donut competition, quickly rotating the truck as many times as possible.
- The freestyle battle is where drivers get creative with their skills, performing tricks.
ADVICE FOR FIRST-TIMERS
- It’ll be loud. You might want to bring earplugs.
- For some, it is a good idea to keep eye drops handy, as the monster trucks kick up a lot of dirt and dust.
- Take a few moments to learn the lingo. Fortunately for you, there’s a helpful glossary at monsterjam.com/monster-jam-lingo.
- Believe it or not, the Amerant Bank Arena MIGHT be a little chilly for some people. Often, Monster Jam events request that air conditioning be on full blast to keep the trucks from overheating (though there’s no confirmation of this from the arena). If you’re the type always turning up the thermostat at home, you may want to dress in layers.
BE ON THE LOOKOUT FOR
- Adam Anderson won Monster Jam World championships in 2013, 2014 and 2018 for racing as well as in 2008 and 2016 for freestyle.
- Ryan Anderson‘s titles include a Monster Jam World Finals championship in 2017 for racing and 2022-2023 for high jump.
- Tristan England won his first Monster Jam World championships for racing in 2023.
- Todd LeDuc won the Monster Jam World Finals championships in 2014 for freestyle and in 2015 for racing.
- Coty Saucier won the Young Guns Shootout Championships in 2015.
IF YOU GO
WHAT: Monster Jam
WHEN: 1 and 7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 10, and 1 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 11
WHERE: Amerant Bank Arena, 1 Panther Parkway, Sunrise
COST: $22-$103, varies by showtime
EXTRA TIDBIT: The Monster Jam Pit Party, which requires a separate ticket, will be from 10:30 a.m. to noon on both days. Pit Passes are $20, but you must buy a show ticket before you can purchase a Monster Jam Pit Party Pass.
INFORMATION: Visit monsterjam.com, amerantbankarena.com and/or seatgeek.com.
