Demolition derbies, dirt tracks, drag races, stock cars, monster trucks…these are the things that excite children young and old.
Our area is hosting some amazing motor sports events between September 13th and 16th.
To kick-off the weekend, FirstEnergy Stadium in Reading, Pennsylvania will be home to the Mopar Mega Block Party on Thursday the 13th. This free event starts at 4:00pm with monster truck rides and a car crush by Raminator and will include everything from race simulators to a bounce house to live music. The night will be capped off with a fireworks show wrapping before 10:00pm.
The Dodge National Hot Rod Association (NHRA) Nationals will happen from the 13th to the 16th at Maple Grove Raceway in Mohnton, Pennsylvania, and feature the loudest and fastest cars you will ever see. There is a free education program on September 14th for ages 13 and up that includes a ticket to the race. Beyond this program, there are great learning opportunities for the curious child. These men and women love to talk about their cars and you can get a semester of STEM in the pits before a race.
If that isn’t enough noise and action for you, Bridgeport Speedway in Swedesboro, New Jersey, will feature the Monster Truck Throwdown on September 15th and 16th with EIGHT trucks competing for glory. Head over to Groupon for discounted tickets. Don’t forget to get there early to see the trucks up close, these man-made beasts are amazing.
If you haven’t been to events like these they can seem a little intimidating. But as long as you’ve got water, sunscreen, and ear protection, they can be a lot of fun. Generally, the spectators are relaxed and there are plenty of breaks in the action to get ice cream or take a walk away from track side.
If you’re still not convinced, take a look at Creamery Tire’s Customer Appreciation Day in Collegeville, Pennsylvania, on September 23rd. The iconic Bigfoot will be the highlight of a fun, free, family-friendly day. The day starts at 4:00pm with fireworks at 8:00pm. Getting to see just one monster truck crush cars in front of you will give you the bug to see more.
God bless,
Jason