By R. Peltier

Dennis Anderson, four-time Advance Auto Parts Monster Jam® World Champion and creator of Grave Digger®, will compete for the first-time ever at DCU Center in Worcester Feb. 17 – 19 for the 30th Anniversary of Grave Digger. If you’ve never experienced a Monster Trucks show, this is the one to see ~ and if you’re already a fan of these beasts, you’re not going to want to miss celebrating everyone’s favorite truck, Grave Digger®.

THE LINEUP: Along with Dennis Anderson and Grave Digger®, the event will also feature the trucks Maximum Destruction®, Wolverine, Avenger, Wrecking Crew, Stone Crusher, MOPAR Magic, and Aftershock.*

*Lineup is subject to change

THE MACHINES: Approximately 12 feet tall and about 12 feet wide, monster trucks are custom-designed machines that sit atop 66-inch-tall tires and weigh a minimum of 10,000 pounds. Built for short, high-powered bursts of speed, monster trucks generate 1,500 to 2,000 horsepower and are capable of speeds of up to 100 miles per hour. Monster trucks can fly up to125 to 130 feet (a distance greater than 14 cars side by side) and up to 35 feet in the air.

THE SHOW: Monster Jam, sanctioned by the United States Hot Rod Association®, is the most popular monster truck tour, performing to over 4 million fans annually at the most prestigious arenas and stadiums throughout the world. Monster Jam® shows consist of three main fan-favorite elements ~ the pit party, racing and freestyle. The pit party gives all fans a chance to meet the stars of Monster Jam up-close while taking pictures and getting autographs.

THE DETAILS: When: Fri. Feb. 17 7:30pm, Sat., Feb. 18 2:00pm** & 7:30pm, Sun. Feb. 19 2:00pm

**Party in the Pits on Feb. 18 from 10:30 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. gives fans the opportunity to get a view of the trucks up close and meet the drivers of the massive monster trucks.

Tickets: Adults: $27.75 & $22.75

Children (ages 2-12): $14.25 & $11.75

Limited Front Row: $50.75 (Adults & Children)

Limited VIP: $35.75 (Adults & Children)

Tickets are available at the DCU Center Box Office, Ticketmaster locations, by phone at 800-745-3000 and online at ticketmaster.com. All ticket prices increase by $2.00 on the day of the event.

All tickets subject to applicable handling, convenience and facility fees.