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Orange County Monster Jam 2023 dates and what to expect at the Monster Jam Pit Party
Monster Jam at Anaheim Angels Stadium dates for 2023 have been announced! Monster trucks, loud noises, and cotton candy? Sign us up.
The familia and I have experienced the Monster Jam Pit Party before the show more than once and we love it. Monster Jam is annual competition of monster trucks.
We have five boys, so trucks and loud noises just come as part of the package. Surprisingly, my daughter was the one jumping and screaming the most. Monster Jam is crazy loud fun. If you don’t lose your voice the following day, you didn’t do Monster Jam right.
Tailgating at Monster Jam
Part of Monster Jam is tailgating. Plenty of familias come annually to this event and have mastered their tailgating game.
People arrive 4 hours before event to barbecue and just chill before all the craziness.
We did carne asada, like true Mexicans, and hot dogs. Kids bring their bikes, scooters, and balls. Plenty of room for them to play football or soccer. Any leftovers? You are allowed to take food and sealed drinks inside Angel Stadium.
So is Monster Jam Pit Pass worth it?
While you are tailgating, take the kids to experience the Monster Jam Pit Party. The Monster Jam Pit Party is a pre-show event that gets you up close to the trucks and drivers. Grave Digger, Ice Cream Man, Max-D, and El Toro Loco to name a few were there that day.
The lines get long, but they go by fast to get autographs and pictures with drivers. I loved the kids faces when they got an upclose look at how big the trucks are. I may have tried to climb on the tire.
The Monster Jam Pit Party does require an extra ticket, but it is well worth it for the kids. Make sure to bring something for the drivers to sign on.
Once Monster Jam starts, the engine revving is non-stop. Make sure to bring ear plugs or earmuffs for the kids. I found that they enjoy it better with the sound muffled.
Since Monster Jam is a competition there are races, stunt competition and freestyle. After each event the crowd’s pick is decided by a Cheer-o-Meter. The audience participation is part the fun of Monster Jam. Freestyle was the craziest and funnest part of Monster Jam.
Every truck is given a set time to do stunts. Some trucks took the safe route of jumps and spins while others took the dare. They used the huge ramp to do 360 flips. It was awesome!! Most were not able to land the flip, but Max-D did. The crowd went wild when he flipped and landed it. Earning him the win for the night.
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Monster Jam at Anaheim Angels Stadium Schedule
Anaheim Angel Stadium
2000 Gene Autry Way, Anaheim, CA 92806
Saturday, January 14, 2023
- Event Time – 6:30 PM
- Pit Party open from 2:30 PM–5:30 PM (Saturday 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 (Sunday Event Ticket & Pit Pass required for entry)
Saturday, February 11, 2023
- Event Time – 6:30 PM
- Pit Party open from 2:30 PM–5:30 PM (Saturday Event Ticket & Pit Pass required for entry)
Sunday, February 12, 2023
- Event Time – 2:30 PM
- Pit Party open from 11:30 AM–1:30 PM (Sunday Event Ticket & Pit Pass required for entry)
Saturday, February 18, 2023
- Event Time – 6:30 PM
- Pit Party open from 2:30 PM–5:30 PM (Saturday 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 (Sunday Event Ticket & Pit Pass required for entry)
How much are Monster Jam pit party tickets?
The upgraded pass is available for $20 and provides entry into the Pit Party from 2:30 – 5:30 p.m. Monster Jam Pit Party Early Access Pass: Early Entry is an extra $40. Monster Jam drivers are only in the Pit Party signing autographs until 5 p.m.
This unique experience is the only place that allows people to get up close access to the Monster Jam teams and get an insider’s look at how these trucks are built to stand up to the competition. Pit Passes are available for $20 for this VIP experience.
The best seats for Monster Jam at Anaheim Angels Stadium
First off – the closer you sit, the louder it is. If you’re taking earplugs, then try to sit along the first base lane and third base line.
The trucks usually run the race traveling from first base to left field. Back flips are set up by third base or right field wall.
If you want to get a view of the trucks – they’ll most likely be parked along the left field wall from foul line to center field.
Monster Jam Post-Event Driver Meet & Greet
The Monster Jam Post Event Driver Meet and Greet is your most exclusive opportunity to meet and mingle with the drivers shortly after the event. Take photos, get autographs and hear competition takeaways from the drivers in a private event space. Included with your ticket is an official Monster Jam souvenir 3’x5′ checkered flag, perfect for autographs. Tickets are $70.
Who are the featured monster truck drivers at Monster Jam 2023?
Grave Digger driven by Adam Anderson; Max-D driven by Colton Eichelberger; Monster Mutt driven by Charlie Pauken; Megalodon driven by Cory Rummell; Soldier Fortune driven by Kayla Blood; Great Clips Mohawk Warrior driven by Bryce Kenny; El Toro Loco driven by Kraig Champion; Bakugan Dragonoid driven by Camden Murphy; Avenger driven by Jim Koehler; AXE driven by Chris Koehler; Jurassic Attack driven by Paul Jensen; Vendetta driven by Mike Christensen
Tickets for Monster Jam in Anaheim
Prices start at $30. Parking not included.
Pit Passes are available for $20 online at http://www.ticketmaster.com or by phone at 800-745-3000. Same day event ticket along with Pit Pass required for entry.
Originally published on January 1, 2023. Last Updated on May 14, 2023 by Pattie Cordova
