Monster Jam is Taking Over Van Andel Arena
Monster Jam has easily become one of the fave family things to do in Grand Rapids every March.
The most family-friendly, action-packed motorsport in the world races back into Van Andel Arena on March 20 – 22, 2026.
Witness the best drivers in the world and the most popular trucks tear up the dirt in fierce head-to-head battles of speed and skill.
Check out these highlights from last year’s show in Grand Rapids!
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Monster Jam Highlights – Big Trucks & Freestyle Motocross
Everyone at Van Andel Arena will be on the edge of their seats to see Monster Jam Freestyle Mania™. This year, Monster Jam® legends will team up with Freestyle Motocross bikes—offering gravity-defying thrills for all!
Enjoy watching the world’s most popular 12,000-pound monster trucks like the legendary Grave Digger®, Sparkle Smash™, El Toro Loco® and more tear up the dirt in an epic team competition.
See all-out racing, big-air and backflips when Monster Jam roars into Van Andel Arena March 20 – 22. With awesome trucks, amazing stunts, action-packed excitement and big air, Monster Jam is the definition of fun for everyone.
And it’s not just for our entertainment – these teams are actually competing against each other for first place in several categories.
Nothing else compares!
Except for maybe the Freestyle Motocross exhibitions. Even the antsiest kid will be shocked by the stunts these bikers pull off at Van Andel. They’re fast and zany and love getting twice as high as any Monster Truck out in the arena.
Unexpected. Unscripted. Unforgettable. Monster Jam is As Big As It Gets!™
Monster Jam Bonus Events at Van Andel
Pre-Show Pit Party
This year Van Andel is hosting a Freestyle Mania Pit Party®! See these massive trucks up close, enjoy family-friendly activities and meet your favorite drivers for autographs and pictures.
This is the only place to get an insider’s look at how these 12,000-pound trucks are built to stand up to the competition.
It’s happening before the 12 PM shows on both Saturday and Sunday starting at 9:30 AM. Want tickets? You can add them to your cart at checkout as an extra item.
Meet and Greet After the Show
Want a more intimate experience? The best kept secret, the Monster Jam Post-Event Driver Meet and Greet is your most exclusive opportunity to meet and mingle with the drivers in a private event space at Van Andel.
Meet your favorite drivers, chat about that day’s competition, and get an official Monster Jam® souvenir, perfect for autographs.
Monster Jam Details
Dates & Times
Choose from five shows running March 20 – 22, 2026:
- Friday, March 20: 7 PM
- Saturday, March 21: 12 PM & 6 PM
- Sunday, March 22: 12 PM & 6 PM
Location
See it live at Van Andel Arena – 130 Fulton St W, Grand Rapids MI 49503
Ticket Info for Monster Jam
Tickets start at $32. Purchase online here:
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