When the weekend hits, I’m always on the lookout for something super fun to do with the kids—something bigger than the usual park trip or playroom routine. The kind of outing that makes their eyes light up, gets the whole family excited, and feels like an adventure instead of just another Saturday.
We’re in luck because THIS weekend, the Maverik Center is hosting something so epic, so kid-thrilling, so full of fire and glow and giant trucks smashing things, that it might just be the family outing of the year: Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live™ Glow N’ Fire!
A Show That’s Actually Made for Families
Here’s the thing—when you’ve got little kids, family activities have to hit a sweet spot. It can’t be too long, too slow, or too boring, or else you’ll be bribing your toddler with fruit snacks halfway through. Glow N’ Fire gets it right.
- It’s nonstop action. No lulls, no yawns, just trucks leaping, glowing, and roaring across the arena.
- It’s colorful and easy to follow. Your youngest may not care about sports or storylines, but put a giant glowing dinosaur truck in front of her? She’s captivated.
- It’s made for wide-eyed wonder. Between the fire-breathing robot dinosaur, the light show, and the stunts, it’s like a fireworks display that doesn’t make your kid cry.
Even better? They’ve thought of parents too. Affordable ticket options, matinee and evening showtimes (because bedtime battles are real), and a Pre-Show Party where your kids can meet drivers and see the trucks up close. If you’ve ever had a preschooler try to show you their Hot Wheels car collection one at a time (while narrating in full detail), you know this is going to be right up their alley.
2025’s Glow N’ Fire is stepping it up!
🚨 Meet Rhinomite. This brand-new truck is rhino-themed, dynamite-powered, and charging horn-first into the action. My son literally squealed when he saw the promo photo.
🔥 The No-Handed Front Flip. Yes, riders are now flipping through the air WITHOUT hands. My jaw will be on the floor.
✨ The classics return. Mega Wrex™, Tiger Shark™, HW 5-Alarm™, Bone Shaker™, Bigfoot®, and Skelesaurus™ will all be there, glowing and smashing their way through the arena.
Insider Parent Tips
Because let’s be honest, any outing with kids requires strategy:
- Ear protection is a must. It’s loud. Like, LOUD loud. Little ones will do better with earmuffs or plugs.
- Plan for snacks + merch. My kids always want the glow sticks and shirts, so I build it into the budget (and avoid the “no” meltdown).
- Choose your showtime wisely. The Maverik Center has multiple shows. If your kids turn into pumpkins after 7, go for the matinee. If they can handle a late night, the evening shows are pure energy.
- Lean in. Jump, clap, cheer, stomp—this is one event where being loud with your kids is 100% encouraged.
Family Giveaway: Win Four Tickets! 🎟️🎟️🎟️🎟️
Here’s the best part: we’re giving one lucky family the chance to experience the show for themselves! That’s right—a Family Four Pack of tickets to the 7:30pm performance on Saturday, September 6, 2025 at the Maverik Center.
This is your chance to see Rhinomite charge into action, watch the trucks glow under the arena lights, and make those core family memories your kids will talk about for months.
How to Enter:
- Follow me on Instagram: @themommyavenger
- Email me at themommyavenger@hotmail.com and tell me why you want to go!
That’s it! Simple, quick, and your family could be cheering in the stands with thousands of other Hot Wheels fans. Winner will be picked at random from qualified entries on or about September 4th, 2025.
If your kids are young and you’re hunting for a family-friendly event that’s exciting but also doable for little ones, this is it. Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow N’ Fire is the kind of family outing that checks every box: high-energy, visually amazing, short enough for short attention spans, and something every age can enjoy together.
So grab your tickets and get ready for a weekend of monster trucks, fire, lights, and a whole lot of family fun. Because let’s be real: the park will still be there next weekend.
You can get your tickets online now. Be sure to follow them on Instagram, too, for the latest news. Not in Salt Lake City this weekend? Don’t worry–this tour is going all over the country, check locations to see if it’s coming to a city near you.
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