Upcoming Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live dates
Dates and live ticket listings appear here as soon as they are on sale. The guide below covers what to know before you buy.
The family seat that works: sideline, a few rows up
For Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live, aim for a sideline seat near the center of the arena, roughly halfway up the lower level (the ring of seats closest to the floor, often numbered in the 100s). The trucks use the whole floor, with jumps at both ends and stunts in the middle, so a raised view along the long side keeps all of it in front of you. You still sit close enough to feel the engines.
Three quick rules follow from that:
- Height beats proximity. A few rows of elevation lets small children see over the safety barriers.
- Center beats the ends. From an end seat, the far half of the course looks small.
- Aisle seats help. A seat near a section exit makes snack and restroom runs painless.
Rows and sections that let small kids down
- The first rows behind the wall: they look premium on a chart, but a child at eye level with the barrier sees padding and fencing more than trucks.
- End-zone sections: fine for the jumps on your end, distant for everything at the other end.
- Corner seats low down: the angle can hide part of the course behind barriers and equipment.
The upper level, by contrast, is a sensible budget choice. The trucks are big enough to follow from high up, and the noise is gentler on young ears.
Floor passes and hosted truck tours
If your child's dream is touching distance, a floor pass matters more than a front-row seat.
- Pre-Show Party: a separate add-on that gets ticket holders onto the competition floor before the show to see the trucks up close and join games, contests and giveaways. The show's FAQ says it usually opens two and a half hours before showtime and closes about an hour before the show, with timing varying by city. All ages can attend.
- Hosted experience packages: the show's hosts lead a closer look at the trucks. Packages come in three tiers, named Full Throttle, Pedal to Metal and Start Your Engine, each with different access.
Check whether a listing already includes a pass or whether you need to add one.
The show and the truck lineup
Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live brings Mattel's Hot Wheels toy trucks to life at full size. The trucks race, jump, smash and crash on a course built across the arena floor, and hosts talk the crowd through the action. It is presented by Family Entertainment Live, a family entertainment company based in Woodstock, Illinois, that works with Mattel on the show, and it tours arenas in North America, the United Kingdom, Europe and beyond. Plan on about two hours, with an intermission.
This is a show for kids and the adults who bring them, not a points-based motorsport event. The lineup on the show's website names eight trucks: Rhinomite, Skelesaurus, 5-Alarm, Gunkster, Mega Wrex, Bone Shaker, Tiger Shark and BIGFOOT. The roster can change from city to city, so do not promise a child a particular truck.
Dates are sold under two names. Glow Party shows add special lighting effects, and Glow-N-Fire shows pair those effects with fire. Each date on the show's schedule is labeled with its format.
Noise, earmuffs and a smoother outing
Monster trucks are loud. The show's FAQ strongly recommends ear protection for young children. Earmuffs are on sale at the merchandise stands, but packing your own saves money and a line. Children 2 and under get in free if they sit on a parent's or guardian's lap; anyone older needs a ticket.
- Use the intermission wisely. It is when everyone heads for food, restrooms and souvenirs, so lines peak; going a few minutes before or after helps.
- Leave snacks in the car. According to the FAQ, outside food and drinks are generally not allowed; concessions are sold inside.
- Arrive early with a floor pass. The Pre-Show Party wraps up roughly an hour before showtime.
Each arena sets its own bag and entry rules, and they change, so check the venue's current policy before you go.
Which performances fill up first
Saturday daytime and early-evening shows, the ones that fit a young child's nap and bedtime, sell first in most cities. Weeknight and later weekend shows usually leave more seats to choose from. School holidays and long weekends raise demand, and a city that gets the tour for a single weekend sees less inventory than one with a longer stop.
Most tickets on Reserved Seat are resale, so prices may land above or below face value, and every order ships free. Current dates are on the Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live website and in the event list on this page.
Frequently asked questions
Are front-row seats best for Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live?
Not usually. The lowest rows sit behind safety barriers that can block a child's view. Seats a few rows up along the sideline near center see more of the course.
How long does Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live last?
About two hours, intermission included, according to the show's FAQ.
Does my 2-year-old need a ticket?
No, if they sit on a parent's or guardian's lap. Children 2 and under are free that way; older children need their own seat.
Should kids wear ear protection?
Yes. The show strongly recommends it for young children, and earmuffs are sold at the merchandise stands if you forget yours.
What is the difference between Glow Party and Glow-N-Fire shows?
Glow Party dates add special lighting effects. Glow-N-Fire dates combine those lighting effects with fire elements. The show's schedule labels each date.
Can I bring snacks into the arena?
The show's FAQ says outside food and drinks are generally not permitted. Concessions are available inside, and each arena sets its own rules.