Giant trucks will stomp across a dirt-covered field inside AT&T Stadium Saturday night as Monster Jam returns to Arlington, bringing with it the Amazing Spider-Man monster truck, which previously appeared in Texas in 2024. The event is scheduled for 7 p.m. on October 3, with parking lots and ticket offices opening at 2 p.m. and a Pit Party running from 2:30 to 5:30 p.m. for fans with a separate pass, according to AT&T Stadium.
The lineup pulls from across the sport's roster of marquee trucks, including Grave Digger, El Toro Loco, and the unicorn-themed Sparkle Smash, according to CultureMap Fort Worth. The Spider-Man truck is also set to appear at the event, per the same report. Organizers note the event is subject to change due to weather or other concerns, and CultureMap advises visitors to check with the venue to confirm the show is happening as scheduled.
A Hometown Driver Chases Glory in JCB DIGatron
Among the drivers taking the wheel Saturday is Texas native Tristan England, a former Monster Jam World Finals racing champion who will compete in the JCB DIGatron truck, according to Monster Jam. England won the World Finals racing title in 2023 before taking over the JCB-sponsored truck, giving Arlington fans a local storyline to root for as the competition unfolds on home turf.
Fans aren't just spectators at these events — they help decide the outcome. Monster Jam competitions use a real-time fan scoring system that lets spectators score drivers from their mobile devices during the 2-Wheel Skills, Donut, and Freestyle categories, according to TicketSmarter.
From Toy Shelf to Dirt Track: Sparkle Smash's Unusual Origin
One of the night's more unlikely competitors has a backstory that runs opposite the usual monster truck pipeline. The unicorn-themed Sparkle Smash, driven by Kayla Blood, debuted as a Spin Master die-cast toy in December 2019 before Feld Entertainment built a full-scale, 12,000-pound version for live competition in 2024, according to Monster Jam. Feld Motor Sports and Spin Master renewed their multi-year toy-to-truck partnership in April 2026, the outlet reports — a deal Hoodline previously detailed when Sparkle Smash rolled through Florida.
Grave Digger, meanwhile, remains the sport's most recognizable name. Created in 1982 by Dennis Anderson out of salvaged truck parts, the brand now operates as a multi-vehicle franchise with seven active trucks touring simultaneously to cover concurrent Monster Jam events nationwide, according to Wikipedia. Feld Entertainment manages multiple driver teams under that flagship brand, allowing Grave Digger to appear at stadium shows across the country in the same week.
Turning an NFL Field Into a Dirt Arena
Hosting the show requires transforming AT&T Stadium's turf into a motorsports track. Standard Monster Jam trucks can produce 1,500 horsepower.
What Families Should Know Before Heading to Arlington
Loud is an understatement for what's in store inside the stadium. The Playful Parent advises spectators to bring hearing protection, a consideration for families bringing young kids.
This weekend's show gives longtime fans and newcomers alike a reason to make the trip to Arlington on Saturday.
