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Mass Transit Mobilized: San Diego MTS Ramps Up Trolley Service for Rodeo and Monster Jam Events

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Published on January 09, 2025
Mass Transit Mobilized: San Diego MTS Ramps Up Trolley Service for Rodeo and Monster Jam EventsSource: Track Legs, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons

The upcoming weekend is about to get rowdy in San Diego with the San Diego Rodeo at Petco Park and Monster Jam at Snapdragon Stadium from Jan. 10-12, packing the city with fans looking for adrenaline-fueled entertainment. As throngs of enthusiasts descend upon the city, ready to indulge in the clash of cowboys and the roar of engines, the San Diego Metropolitan Transit System (MTS) is gearing up to provide increased Trolley service to help visitors get to and from these events with ease, as reported by the San Diego Metropolitan Transit System.

The MTS has assured attendees that they can count on the Trolley to deliver them to the action's heart at Petco Park and Snapdragon Stadium without the burdens of combating traffic or navigating the high seas of parking downtown. Fans converging for the rodeo from Jan. 10-12 can expect enhanced service before and after the events, ensuring smoother commutes and perhaps an opportunity to reflect on the day's spectacle or to take a breather from the excitement.

For those drawn to the San Diego Rodeo, MTS provides extra trips on the Green Line post-event, complementing the regular service from Gaslamp Quarter Station until about 11 p.m. or until the departing crowds subside. Similarly, Monster Jam enthusiasts will see bolstered Trolley service at Stadium Station, with 15-minute intervals post-event and additional trips as warranted by the number of fans departing the stadium.

With convenience in mind, MTS has also made fare payments more accessible. Attendees can now utilize contactless payment methods, including credit cards and smartphones, for a hassle-free one-way ride priced at $2.50, a detail highlighted by MTS. Moreover, families going to Monster Jam benefit from the 'kids ride free' offer, allowing two children 12 and under to ride without charge with each paying adult. Additionally, the parking conundrum is eased with MTS’ free Park & Ride lots, listed on the agency's website, presenting various options to park and ride into downtown San Diego.