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MONSTER JAM trucks are revving it up to go full throttle back into Angel Stadium of Anaheim for six action-packed events over three weekends at Angel Stadium of Anaheim in January and February 2023! Watch as trained world champion athletes and their 12,000-pound monster trucks tear up the dirt to compete for speed and skill. You’ll be on the edge of your seats! HINT: If you want to see the trucks up close, get early access tickets to the Monster Jam Pit Party fan experience. Meet your favorite drivers and crews, get autographs, take pictures and enjoy other family-friendly activities. Pit Pass are available to purchase for $20 each.
- Early Access Pass: Superfan can beat the crowds and get in earlier to enjoy an exclusive extra hour to see the trucks and meet the drivers. Pit Party Early Access Pass quantities are limited.
The Anaheim events will feature a mix of 24 all-star skilled athletes battling for the championship:
- Stadium Championship Series Red (January) is highlighted by five-time Monster Jam World Finals champion Adam Anderson and the legendary Grave Digger aim to dethrone reigning series champion and 14-time Monster Jam World Finals champion Tom Meents during Max-D™’s 20th anniversary.
- Military veteran Kayla Blood in Soldier Fortune™ and fan-favorite Camden Murphy in Bakugan Dragonoid™ look to lock in the championship.
- Stadium Championship Series Blue (February) features reigning Monster Jam World Finals High Jump champion Ryan Anderson in Son-uva Digger® aims to repeat as series champion.
- Tyler Menninga gets behind the wheel of the black and green wrecking machine, the legendary Grave Digger®.
- Two-time GUINNESS WORLD RECORD™ title holder Bari Musawwir in Zombie™ and fan-favorite Cynthia Gauthier in Lucas Stabilizer, look to lock in the championship.
2023 Anaheim Schedule:
WHEN:
Saturday, January 14, 2023
- Event Time – 6:30 PM
- Pit Party open from 2:30 PM–5:30 PM (Sat Event Ticket & Pit Pass required for entry)
Sunday, January 15, 2023
- Event Time – 2:30 PM
- Pit Party open from 11:30 AM–1:30 PM (Sun Event Ticket & Pit Pass required for entry)
STADIUM SERIES RED TRUCK LINEUP: Grave Digger® driven by Adam Anderson; Max-D™ driven by Tom Meents; Soldier Fortune™ driven by Kayla Blood; Bakugan Dragonoid™ driven by Camden Murphy; Vendetta driven by Mike Christensen; Velociraptor driven by Travis Mowery; Jester driven by Matt Pagliarulo; Kraken driven by Nick Pagliarulo; Megalodon® driven by Todd LeDuc; Great Clips Mohawk Warrior® driven by Bryce Kenny; El Toro Loco® driven by Jamey Garner; Black Pearl driven by Cole Venard **Truck and driver line-up subject to change
Saturday, February 11, 2023
- Event Time – 6:30 PM
- Pit Party open from 2:30 PM–5:30 PM (Sat Event Ticket & Pit Pass required for entry)
Sunday, February 12, 2023
- Event Time – 12:30 PM
- Pit Party open from 9:30 AM–11:30 PM (Sun Event Ticket & Pit Pass required for entry)
STADIUM SERIES BLUE TRUCK LINEUP: Son-uva Digger ® driven by Ryan Anderson; Zombie™ driven by Bari Musawwir; Lucas Stabilizer driven by Cynthia Gauthier; Grave Digger® driven by Tyler Menninga; Megalodon® driven by Cory Rummell; Avenger driven by Jim Koehler; Bad Company driven by John Gordon; Shaker driven by Ryan Disharoon; El Toro Loco® driven by Mark List; Axe driven by Joe Foley; Monster Mutt® driven by Chris Koehler; 1 truck/driver TBA **Truck and driver line-up subject to change
Saturday, February 18, 2023
- Event Time – 6:30 PM
- Pit Party open from 2:30 PM–5:30 PM (Sat Event Ticket & Pit Pass required for entry)
Sunday, February 19, 2023
- Event Time – 2:30 PM
- Pit Party open from 11:30 AM–1:30 PM (Sun Event Ticket & Pit Pass required for entry)
STADIUM SERIES BLUE TRUCK LINEUP: Son-uva Digger ® driven by Ryan Anderson; Zombie™ driven by Bari Musawwir; Lucas Stabilizer driven by Cynthia Gauthier; Grave Digger® driven by Tyler Menninga; Megalodon® driven by Cory Rummell; Avenger driven by Jim Koehler; Bad Company driven by John Gordon; Shaker driven by Ryan Disharoon; El Toro Loco® driven by Mark List; Axe driven by Joe Foley; Monster Mutt® driven by Chris Koehler; 1 truck/driver TBA **Truck and driver line-up subject to change
Helpful Tips!
Sometimes the Monster Trucks are spotted around town. They are free and you can get photos with the truck and their driver. (Photo below was from six years ago when Max-D was at a Jiffy Lube in Orange. It’s my kid’s absolute favorite!) I also recommend bringing something to protect your ears like noise cancelling headphones or earplugs. I found some very inexpensive noise reduction earmuffs for the children at Harbor Freight in the safety section for $2.99. They have other options available too. Closer is not always better. We didn’t have any problems bringing in our DSLR’s but you’ll need a zoom lens to capture close-ups of cars in the air. We have had seats on both lower and upper levels. We have fun every time, but you can’t see the whole track when you are on the lower levels. Additionally, they do not have the same trucks at every event so if you have a favorite truck or driver you’re expecting to see, be sure to check out the line-up beforehand.
WHERE/VENUE:
Angel Stadium of Anaheim
2000 Gene Autry Way
Anaheim, CA 92806
TICKETS:
- Monster Jam Tickets will be available to purchase online at Ticketmaster.com **Ticket prices subject to change – additional venue/ticketing fees may apply. For more information about the trucks and drivers, please visit their website at https://www.monsterjam.com/en-US.
PIT PARTY:
- Open from 2:30 PM–5:30 PM prior to each Saturday event; 11:30 AM–1:30 PM prior to 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 $20 each.
Driver Safety
Monster Jam drivers are trained athletes who have mastered not only the physical strength and mental stamina needed to compete, but the vital dexterity to control 12,000-pound machines capable of doing backflips, vertical two-wheel skills and racing at speeds up to 70 miles per hour. The Monster Jam trucks are designed to protect the driver at all times. A specially-constructed roll cage is built to house the driver, who is often sitting directly in the middle. Specially constructed seats that mold to the driver’s shape allow the work to be done with minimal distraction. A five-point harness is mounted securely to the truck to help hold the driver in position. The truck includes a receiver for a Remote Ignition Interrupter (RII). A signal can be transmitted to the truck by way of a special radio, which will shut off the engine. Each truck has a secondary on-off switch located at the rear on the frame. Other safety features are designed, built and mandated to keep the truck safe and operational. Each driver is equipped with specified safety gear, starting with the custom fitted fire resistant driving suit. The suits offer a minimum of three layers of protection. The helmet meets Snell Foundation regulations for fire-resistance while serving as part of the head-and-neck restraint system, which includes a tested and approval harness system. The drivers’ hands are protected by flame-resistant gloves which have a tacky grip side for steering wheel control. The drivers’ feet are protected by special fire resistant shoes that also include a thin sole for optimal throttle and brake control.
Source: Monster Jam’s website