10/18/2017
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Monstor Trucks wrap up Lucas Oil Speedway season
By Lyndal Scranton (Wheatland, MO) -- Fans get one final chance in 2017 to hear the engines roar at Lucas Oil Speedway on Saturday night with a huge demonstration of Monster Truck power.
The Monster Truck Nationals "Eve of Destruction" combines a powerhouse program of metal-crushing, fire-breathing trucks and a high-flying freestyle motorcycle show along with an early Halloween trick-or-treat celebration.
"It's a great way to finish another outstanding season, with a show that traditionally draws a big crowd," Lucas Oil Speedway General Manager Dan Robinson said. "Just the pure power, the sounds, the flames and the pure shock and awe of the Monster Trucks, it's unlike anything else we have at the speedway.
"And we encourage our fans, of all ages, to come dressed in their favorite Halloween costume. We'll make it a 'Spooktacular' night of fun for all and look forward to seeing everyone on Saturday."
Always one of the most-popular and hottest-selling tickets of the year, fans can save $5 off gate admission by purchasing tickets in advance at participating O'Reilly Auto Parts locations.
The big one-day show will feature six world-famous Monster Trucks - Bigfoot, Raminator, Heavy Hitter, Big Kahana, Snakebite and Basher.
A free Pit Party is included in the paid admission ticket and will start the evening at 5 p.m. Kids are invited to come in Halloween costume to the Pit Party for Trick or Treating and get autographs and photos with the drivers and vehicles.
Fans also can take a Sergeant Smash Monster Truck Ride during intermission for just $10 per person.
This year, Freestyle Insanity Moto-X will be on display as well. Keith Sayers will bring in the greatest in high-flying motorcycle action, featuring stunts like the cliffhanger, death grip and perhaps even a back flip.
The trucks also will hold a Wheelie Contest, Donut Contest and Long Jump Contest. The evening will conclude with a Grand Finale Truck Parade.
Gates will open at 4 p.m. with the Pit Party from 5-6:30 p.m. with showtime at 7. A giant 76 by 50 foot American flag presented by Naval Enlisted Reserve of Oklahoma will be displayed on the infield for the National Anthem. Engines will fire at 7:15 p.m.
Advance ticket prices:
Adults (16 and up) $20 in advance
Seniors (62 and up)/Military $17
Youth (6-15) $5
Kids (5 and under) FREE
**Applicable fees may be applied
Day of show ticket prices:
Adults (16 and up) $25
Seniors (62 and up)/Military $22
Youth (6-15) $10
Kids (5 and under) FREE
Family Pass $50
For ticket information, contact admissions director Nichole McMillan at (417) 282-5984 or via email at nichole@LucasOilSpeedway.com. Tickets also can be purchased online at https://www.showclix.com/events/8559.
The latest information on the Monster Truck National series may be found at www.MonsterNationals.com.
Complete Lucas Oil Speedway event information, archived stories, ticket info and schedules can be found by visiting LucasOilSpeedway.com.
Lucas Oil Speedway is located at Highways 83 and 54 in Wheatland, Missouri. A campground with shower and bathroom facilities is also available. With its entrance located just outside the pit gate this sprawling scenic camping facility will continue to enhance the racing experience at the Diamond of Dirt Tracks.
Click http://www.LucasOilSpeedway.com for more information and detailed directions to the speedway or call the Track Hotline at (417) 282-5984.
In addition, fans can get social with Lucas Oil Speedway by following @LucasSpeedway on Twitter, clicking "Like" at http://www.facebook.com/LucasOilSpeedway and on http://www.youtube.com/LucasOilSpeedway
Submitted By: Kirk Elliott
