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<p>WILKES-BARRE TWP. &#8212; The most action-packed motor-sports experience for families returns to the area for another high-octane weekend featuring the ultimate mix of high-flying action and four-wheel excitement with the Monster Jam Triple Threat Series&#174; at Mohegan Sun Arena on Feb. 14-15-16.</p><p>Featuring six different racing, freestyle and skill competitions on three different Monster Jam vehicles and eight skilled Monster Jam&#174; athletes, fans will witness a fierce battle for the championship with each Triple Threat Series competitor tearing up the dirt in customized high-powered vehicles &#8212; Monster Jam Speedsters, Monster Jam ATVs and the iconic Monster Jam trucks.</p><p>Four shows are scheduled:</p><p>Friday, Feb. 14, 7 p.m.</p><p>Saturday, Feb. 15, 1 p.m and 7 p.m.</p><p>Sunday, Feb. 16, 1 p.m.</p><p>These Monster Jam athletes will go head-to-head for points in Freestyle, 2 Wheel Skills Challenge&#228; and several Racing competitions, testing their agility, speed and versatility. Newly added as a special fan bonus during Freestyle, a Monster Jam driver will attempt Wilkes-Barre&#8217;s first-ever indoor arena-based Monster Jam truck back flip.</p><p>Plus, fans in every city can become part of the action by voting for the winner in the 2-Wheel Skills Challenge and Freestyle competitions via real-time, in-arena fan voting on their smartphones.</p><p>Monster Jam drivers are trained, world-class male and female athletes who have mastered not only the physical strength and mental stamina needed to compete, but the vital dexterity to control 12,000-pound machines capable of doing backflips, vertical two-wheel skills and racing at speeds up to 70 miles per hour to produce jaw-dropping, live motor-sports action seen around the world.</p><p>At the Monster Jam Pit Party, you can see the massive trucks up close, meet your favorite drivers, get autographs, take pictures and enjoy other family-friendly activities. It is an unforgettable part of the Monster Jam experience where special connections are made and lifelong fans are born.</p><p>Tickets start at just $15 each, subject to change &#8212; venue/ticketing fees may apply. Pit Party Passes available to purchase for $12 each.</p><p>Tickets &amp; Pit Party Passes will be available for purchase online at Ticketmaster.com or in-person at the NBT Bank Box Office at Mohegan Sun Arena.</p><style>
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Monster Jam racing through Wilkes-Barre Feb. 14-16