Monster Truck Show in Peotone

Peotone-area Monster Truck Tickets & Info

If you’re considering the monster truck show in Peotone, Illinois this weekend, it’s worth taking a closer look before buying tickets. Not all events deliver the same level of action, and in this case, the difference is significant. Just 25 miles northwest, the June 20 Monster Truck Mayhem event at Dirt Oval 66 Raceway in Joliet offers a dramatically more complete and high-energy experience compared to the Peotone event on May 9 at Will County Fairgrounds.

The biggest issue with smaller events like Peotone is space. Tight, confined layouts limit what monster trucks can actually do. Instead of high-speed runs and massive jumps, you’re often left watching short bursts of action with limited airtime and repetitive routines. It’s a scaled-down version of what monster trucks are built for.

By contrast, Dirt Oval 66 Raceway’s 3/8-mile dirt track gives drivers the room they need to perform at full throttle. That means faster Figure-8 racing, bigger air, and more aggressive freestyle runs with no time limits. It’s not just a slight upgrade—it’s a completely different caliber of show and better value for your money.

Truck count is another major difference. The Peotone show on Saturday features only 5 monster trucks. Fewer trucks means fewer matchups, less unpredictability, and more risk of an incomplete show if any number of trucks breakdown. On June 20 in Joliet, fans can expect a full bounty of 8 monster trucks competing in best trick, racing, and freestyle creating a much more dynamic and engaging event from start to finish. Avenger, Dirt Crew, TailGator, and more are set to appear!

Then there’s the overall value. Many smaller shows charge extra for experiences that should be included—like meeting drivers or getting close to the trucks. Parking fees are also surprisingly high, adding to the total cost without enhancing the experience. The parking cost for monster trucks in Peotone is at least $20, which is much more than 2x the $5 in Joliet.

At Dirt Oval 66, the experience is structured differently. The June 20 event includes free pre-show, on-track access where fans can meet drivers, take photos, and see the trucks up close. There’s also a full Touch-A-Truck area with a wide variety of vehicles, giving families even more to explore before the main event begins. Add in features like a coloring contest, freestyle motocross, and a monster truck backflip, it’s clear Monster Mayhem is designed to be a full evening of entertainment.

When you put it all together, the choice becomes pretty clear. The Peotone area monster truck show may be closer for some, and you’ve probably seen all the ads on social media, but it comes with trade-offs in scale, action, and overall value. Driving a short distance to Joliet on June 20 means getting the full monster truck experience—louder, faster, and built for the kind of performance fans expect.

Spend your time and money on a monster truck event this summer that actually delivers the biggest event in Illinois year after year.

Monster Truck Mayhem Includes

• FREE on-track access pre-show to meet drivers and get photos up-close to the monster trucks.
• Monster truck backflip!
• Figure-8 racing course for the monster trucks
• Fireworks show
• Touch-a-Truck
• FMX

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