Cardiff is gearing up for an action-packed display of motor sports on Saturday 16th May 2026.<\/p>\n
The return of Monster Jam\u2122 to Principality Stadium is set to wow Cardiff with high-flying action and family entertainment. One of the world\u2019s most iconic live motorsport events will once again transform Wales\u2019 national stadium into an adrenaline-fueled arena, complete with roaring engines, jaw dropping stunts and unforgettable memories for fans of all ages.<\/p>\n
This year brings extra excitement as Cardiff hosts a UK first, the debut of Sparkle Smash\u2122. A six-ton unicorn truck that\u2019s said to be known for its \u2018bold attitude, known for its fierce competitive spirit and larger-than-life personality.\u2019<\/p>\n
Monster Jam\u2019s\u2122 12,000-pound trucks will deliver unmatched live spectacles, with world class drivers competing in racing, skills and the fan favourite freestyle, which sees the trucks perform tricks, flip, soar and push the limits of physics.<\/p>\n
WRU\u2019s Chief Financial & Operating Officer, Gavin Marshall said:<\/p>\n
\u201cWe are delighted to welcome Monster Jam\u2122 back to Principality Stadium for what promises to be an amazing show. Transforming the venue into a motorsports arena is a big operation but it\u2019s always a highlight of our events calendar. Becoming the venue to debut Sparkle Smash\u2122 to the UK adds an extra sense of excitement to the event. We can\u2019t wait to deliver another unforgettable experience for families and motorsport fans across the country.\u201d<\/p>\n
Fans will also play a key role at Principality Stadium, with live voting giving the audience the power to score the drivers in real time.<\/p>\n
The action kicks off early with the Monster Jam Pit Party\u2122 on the stadium floor, allowing fans the chance to get up close and personal with the iconic trucks, meet the drivers and snap photos. It\u2019s the ultimate pre-show experience and a rare opportunity to discover how these legendary machines are engineered.<\/p>\n
The Details<\/strong>
\nWhen: Saturday 16th May 2026
\nWhere: Principality Stadium, Cardiff
\nTickets: Available at www.monsterjam.co.uk
\nGeneral sale opens Friday 12th December at 10am.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":2284,"template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_genesis_hide_title":false,"_genesis_hide_breadcrumbs":false,"_genesis_hide_singular_image":false,"_genesis_hide_footer_widgets":false,"_genesis_custom_body_class":"","_genesis_custom_post_class":"","_genesis_layout":""},"event_listing_category":[394],"event_listing_type":[376],"class_list":["event_listing","type-event_listing","event_listing_category-sports-fitness","event_listing_type-race-or-endurance-event","entry"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/myza.co.za\/events\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/event_listing\/2283","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/myza.co.za\/events\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/event_listing"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/myza.co.za\/events\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/event_listing"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/myza.co.za\/events\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2283"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"event_listing_category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/myza.co.za\/events\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/event_listing_category?post=2283"},{"taxonomy":"event_listing_type","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/myza.co.za\/events\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/event_listing_type?post=2283"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}