Press Release

The Monster Truck Throwdown will roar into the Salinas Sports Complex on Sunday, June 14, delivering high-flying stunts, car-crushing power, and nonstop excitement to the Central Coast. Fans can expect an all-new, larger, and more challenging track designed to push drivers and machines to the limit, along with the notorious Farmer 500 race, with some new twists this year. 

Tickets go on sale to the public on Thursday, February 19, at 10 a.m., exclusively at https://www.carodeo.com/events/2026/monster-truck-.... The event is presented by Gold Star GMC. 

TICKET INFORMATION:

• Box Seats (Ages 2+) – $45

• West & North Grandstands – Adult & ADA (Ages 13+) – $32

• Kids (Ages 2-12, except box seats) – $15

• Monster Meet Up Pass – $10 (Must be purchased separately and must accompany an event ticket; get up close to the trucks & drivers)

“This year’s Monster Truck Throwdown is shaping up to be bigger and better than ever,” said Sam Jenkinson, Chairman of the California Rodeo’s Monster Truck Committee. “We invite families to come out early, experience the Monster Meet Up, enjoy lunch at the complex, and settle in for an afternoon of high-energy, adrenaline-packed action when the show begins at 2 p.m.”