Where else can you see 12,000-pound monster trucks backflip and race at the hands of trained world-class athletes? If thrills and awe-inspiring trucks get your kid revved up, then the family-friendly Monster Jam® will be the event you won’t want to miss. Get ready to go when the mind-blowing, action-packed show rolls into the Prudential Center in Newark on April 14-16, 2026. From pit parties to monster truck wheelies, all ages will have a ball during this epic two-day event. Scroll down for what to know before you go and how to buy tickets for this adrenaline-charged weekend in NJ. (featured photo credit: Monster Jam, Feld Entertainment)

Monster Jam 2026: A Roaring Good Time

There is no party like a pit party

On Saturday and Sunday, the Monster Jam Pit Party (available as a separate ticket) is a must for fans who want to see the monster trucks up close. Your littles can meet the drivers and crews, get autographs, and snap Insta-worthy photos for special memories. And the fun doesn’t stop there—plenty of activities will be available, including an insider’s look at how the trucks are built. But you’ll also get the perk of getting to your seats early to experience Monster Jam Trackside with exciting extra events like competition previews, driver interviews, and giveaways. And the best part? You’ll have a prime seat to watch the opening ceremonies and power rush truck introductions. Another option is the Post-Event Driver Meet & Greet, where you can take photos, get autographs from the drivers, and hear all the competition takeaways right from the competitors. The 2026 Monster VIP Message Board opportunity is a fun treat at the event, too.

All the thrill of an action-packed competition

Watch monster trucks do everything you never thought a vehicle could do—world-class athletes battle it out in 12,000-pound trucks competing in Freestyle, Skills, Donuts, and Racing competitions for the highly coveted automatic bid to the Monster Jam World Finals for the title of World Champion. Watch truck drivers Tyler Menninga in The Grave Digger ®, Fernando Martinez in El Toro Loco ®, Triton Robbins in Krazy Train ®, or Jamie Sullivan driving Sparkle Smash ® compete in thrilling stunts, rolls, and jumps as they tear up the dirt in wide-open competitions of speed and skill. The whole family will be mesmerized and in awe of the death-defying exhibitions at this super-charged event. 

FAQs

Monster Jam typically runs for 2 hours with an intermission. Be aware that the noise is almost deafening, so ear protection is advised for kids and adults. Earplugs and noise-canceling headphones are available for purchase, or you may bring your own. The Newark show will be at the Prudential Center on August 14 at 7 PM, August 15 at 12 PM, and 6 PM, with a Pit Party at 9:30 AM. On August 16, the event will be held at 1 PM, with a pit party at 10:30 AM. Entry into the Pit Party is available only with a Pit Pass, and the Driver Meet & Greet requires a separate ticket. Tickets and Pit Passes are available for purchase online at Ticketmaster.com. Prices start at $20 and up (ticket prices are subject to change – additional venue/ticketing fees may apply), and kids 2 and over require a ticket.

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Prudential Center
25 Lafayette Street
Newark, NJ 07102

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