Monster Jam
Los Angeles

What to Expect from Monster Jam in Los Angeles

Monster Jam is the world's premier monster truck competition, blending racing, freestyle, and a two-wheel skills challenge into one high-energy show. Every event features a roster of 12,000-pound, 1,500-horsepower trucks driven by elite professionals - many of whom have built names that fans across generations recognize. The 2026 Los Angeles slate brings the headline lineup to two iconic Southern California venues: Crypto.com Arena downtown for the July run, and Angel Stadium in Anaheim for the December stadium dates.

Crypto.com Arena, the longtime home of the Lakers and Kings, holds about 19,000 fans for Monster Jam configurations. The arena floor is built up with a custom dirt track that includes jumps, ramps, and obstacles designed for the freestyle scoring round. According to TicketNews, the July run is one of the most anticipated stops on the entire 2026 schedule, with five performances spread across one weekend. Doors open roughly 90 minutes before showtime, and Pit Party access (sold with select ticket types) opens earlier for fans who want to meet the drivers.

The December dates at Angel Stadium are part of Monster Jam's stadium series, which delivers a different show than the arena run. Stadium tracks are larger, with longer racing lanes and bigger air on the freestyle jumps. Fan favorites like Grave Digger, Max-D, Megalodon, and El Toro Loco typically feature on the lineup, often paired with rookie trucks and special guest entries that rotate by region. Stadium shows also tend to draw bigger crowds, so plan to arrive early and budget extra time for parking around the stadium lots.

Both venues sit in prime Southern California entertainment districts. Crypto.com Arena is part of the LA Live complex, which means food, drinks, and post-show options are within a short walk - more details at L.A. LIVE. Angel Stadium is right off the 57 freeway in Anaheim, with easy access from Orange County and the broader LA basin. If you are heading to either show with kids, both venues offer ear protection for purchase, and the freestyle round in particular runs loud. Foam earplugs are a smart add for younger fans.

Whichever date you grab, Monster Jam is built to deliver: trucks doing backflips, head-to-head racing, last-second skills runs, and freestyle scoring that can swing on a single sticking landing. Browse the schedule above for available shows across both venues and grab seats from a verified BigStub seller - backed by more than 20 years of trusted service and a full buyer guarantee on every order.

Tickets and Show Info

Where can I buy Monster Jam Los Angeles tickets?

Tickets for the July dates at Crypto.com Arena are available through authorized sellers like AXS, the official ticket platform for the venue. The full event lineup is posted at monsterjam.com. If the primary onsale has sold out for your preferred show, verified resale tickets are listed on BigStub, a trusted marketplace with no hidden fees and a buyer guarantee on every purchase.

What is the full Los Angeles schedule?

Crypto.com Arena hosts five performances across the weekend of July 17-19, 2026: Friday at 7:30 PM, Saturday at 1:00 PM and 7:00 PM, and Sunday at 12:00 PM and 6:00 PM. Then Monster Jam returns for stadium shows at Angel Stadium in Anaheim on Saturday, December 19 at 4:30 PM and Sunday, December 20 at 2:30 PM. Check the listings above for the most current inventory and seat options.

How early should I arrive at the venue?

Doors at Crypto.com Arena typically open 90 minutes before showtime. If you have a Pit Party pass (sold with select ticket types), arrive earlier - those passes open access to the arena floor for driver meet-and-greets, autographs, and photos with the trucks. Stadium shows at Angel Stadium have similar early-access windows for pit access ticket holders.

What trucks are in the LA lineup?

The 2026 Los Angeles dates feature the headline roster fans expect: Grave Digger, Max-D, Megalodon, and El Toro Loco, plus rotating guest trucks and rookie entries that vary by tour leg. The final truck list for each show is confirmed by Monster Jam in the days leading up to the event. Check the official event page for the most up-to-date lineup.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Monster Jam?

Monster Jam is the world's premier monster truck competition, featuring 12,000-pound, 1,500-horsepower trucks driven by professionals in three main events: head-to-head racing brackets, freestyle scoring, and a two-wheel skills challenge. Each show typically runs about two and a half hours, including pre-show intros and intermission. Fans of all ages turn out for the spectacle - it is loud, fast, and built for crowd reaction.

How long is a Monster Jam show?

Most Monster Jam events run roughly two to two and a half hours, with an intermission between rounds. Stadium shows can run slightly longer because the larger track allows for more racing heats and additional freestyle runs. Arrive early if you have a Pit Party pass, which opens access to the floor before the show begins.

What is the Pit Party?

The Pit Party is a pre-show experience where fans walk onto the floor of the venue to see the trucks up close, meet drivers, get autographs, and snap photos. Pit Party access is sold with specific ticket types and runs in a window before the show - usually for about two hours. Times vary by venue, so check the event page for the specific Pit Party window at your show.

Are kids welcome at Monster Jam?

Yes - Monster Jam is built as a family event and fans of all ages turn out for every show. Children aged 2 and over typically need a ticket. Ear protection is recommended for younger fans since the trucks run loud during the freestyle and racing rounds. Most venues sell foam earplugs and over-ear protection at concession stands.

How do I get to Crypto.com Arena?

Crypto.com Arena is located at 1111 S. Figueroa Street in downtown LA, in the LA Live entertainment district. Parking is available in multiple lots around the arena, though it sells out fast on event nights. The Metro Pico station on the A and E lines drops you a short walk from the arena - public transit is often the smoother option on Monster Jam weekends. More info at L.A. LIVE.

How do I get to Angel Stadium?

Angel Stadium is at 2000 E. Gene Autry Way in Anaheim, right off the 57 freeway. The stadium has its own parking lots that open several hours before show time. Metrolink and Amtrak also stop at the Anaheim ARTIC station, which is a short shuttle ride or walk from the stadium. Plan to arrive at least an hour before showtime to clear traffic around the stadium lots.

What is the difference between arena and stadium Monster Jam shows?

Arena shows (like the July dates at Crypto.com Arena) use a tighter, more compact track that puts the trucks closer to the crowd on every side. Stadium shows (like the December Angel Stadium dates) run on a larger track with longer racing lanes and bigger freestyle jumps. Both deliver the full Monster Jam format - racing, two-wheel skills, and freestyle - but the stadium experience is bigger in scale, while the arena experience is more intimate.

Can I bring outside food or drinks?

Both Crypto.com Arena and Angel Stadium have standard venue policies that restrict outside food and beverage. Sealed bottled water is sometimes allowed at the stadium - check the official venue policy before you head out. Concessions inside the venues include the usual mix of snacks, hot food, and beverages.

Where can I see more Monster Jam dates beyond LA?

The full national schedule is posted at monsterjam.com. Monster Jam tours through more than 100 cities each year, with arena shows in fall and winter and stadium shows in the spring and summer. If the LA dates do not work for you, the next closest stops on the schedule are usually in San Diego, Phoenix, or Las Vegas.

Are tickets available for both venues?

Yes - the listings above include inventory for both the July dates at Crypto.com Arena and the December dates at Angel Stadium. Filter by show date to find the performance that works for you, then secure your seats with the buyer guarantee that comes with every BigStub order.