Contents
- 1 What Is Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live™ Glow-N-Fire in Melbourne?
- 2 Event Details: Hot Wheels Melbourne 2025
- 3 Why Melbourne Families Love Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live™
- 4 Who Should Attend Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live™ in Melbourne?
- 5 Essential Parent Tips for Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Melbourne
- 6 Hot Wheels VIP Experience Melbourne – Worth the Upgrade?
- 7 Frequently Asked Questions About Hot Wheels Melbourne 2025
- 8 Melbourne Parent Pro Tips
- 9 What Makes This Different from Monster Jam?
What Is Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live™ Glow-N-Fire in Melbourne?
Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live™: Glow-N-Fire is a live monster truck show bringing iconic Hot Wheels vehicles to life with glow-in-the-dark effects, fire stunts, and family-friendly entertainment.
The Melbourne event takes place at Rod Laver Arena on August 9–10, 2025, featuring trucks like Mega Wrex™, Tiger Shark™, Bone Shaker™, and the debut of Skelesaurus™.
Attendees can enjoy the Power Smashers™ Pre-Show Party, VIP backstage tours, and freestyle motocross performances. Special kids’ pricing is available, making it an exciting and affordable outing for families.
Event Details: Hot Wheels Melbourne 2025
The Hot Wheels Melbourne 2025 event details are listed below.
- Venue: Rod Laver Arena, Olympic Boulevard, Melbourne
- Dates: Saturday, August 9 and Sunday, August 10, 2025
- Showtimes:
- Saturday: 11:30 AM and 6:30 PM
- Sunday: 11:30 AM only
- Pre-show: Opens 2.5 hours before each show
- Tickets: From $69 via Ticketek

Why Melbourne Families Love Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live™
As a Melbourne parent who’s attended shows since 2021, here’s what sets this event apart.
- Mega Wrex™, Bone Shaker™, and the all-new Skelesaurus™ perform with LED-lit wheels
- Arcticgon™, the massive fire-breathing dragon—exclusive to the Glow-N-Fire tour
- Freestyle motocross riders performing indoor jumps rarely seen in Melbourne
- Family-friendly noise levels with designated quiet zones for sensitive children
- Pre-show party on the arena floor with driver meet-and-greets
Who Should Attend Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live™ in Melbourne?
The Hot Wheels Monster Trucks live is perfect for people listed below.
- Children aged 3-10 who enjoy Hot Wheels toys
- Families seeking school holiday activities in Melbourne’s inner suburbs
- Parents looking for indoor winter entertainment at Olympic Park
- Groups from Eastern suburbs (Hawthorn, Doncaster, Box Hill)
- Fans who missed Monster Jam in May 2025
Essential Parent Tips for Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Melbourne
- Choose morning sessions for young children
- Less crowded than evening shows
- Better for naptime schedules
- Reduced risk of sensory overload
- What to bring to Rod Laver Arena
- Noise-reducing earmuffs (mandatory for under-5s)
- Light jacket (arena air conditioning is strong)
- Small backpack (follows Melbourne Park bag policy)
- Water bottle (empty upon entry)
- Transport and parking at Olympic Park
- Train: Richmond Station (7-minute walk via Swan Street)
- Tram: Route 70 to John Cain Arena stop
- Drive: Pre-book Eastern Plaza Car Park (fills up quickly)
- Uber: Drop-off at Olympic Boulevard designated zone
Hot Wheels VIP Experience Melbourne – Worth the Upgrade?
The VIP package includes:
- Early arena floor access (45 minutes before general admission)
- Front-row seating in sections A1-A4
- Exclusive merchandise bundle (mini truck + shirt)
- Behind-the-scenes tour with crew members
Insider tip: VIP tickets sell out within days of release. Set price alerts on Ticketek.
Frequently Asked Questions About Hot Wheels Melbourne 2025
What time should I arrive at Rod Laver Arena?
Arrive 75 minutes before showtime to access the pre-show party. The arena opens 90 minutes prior.
Can toddlers attend without a ticket?
Children under 2 can sit on laps for free. All others require tickets.
Is Hot Wheels Monster Trucks suitable for sensory-sensitive children?
Yes, with preparation. Bring hearing protection and sit in rows 15-30 (upper bowl).
What can I bring into the arena?
Sealed water bottles, small snacks, one bag per person (max 30cm x 30cm).
How long is the show?
Main event: 2 hours | Pre-show party: 75 minutes
Melbourne Parent Pro Tips
- Purchase merchandise immediately upon entry (queues triple post-show)
- Join pre-show games for exclusive giveaways only available at Melbourne shows
- Sunday matinees sell out first—book Saturday if flexible
- The dragon sequence contains strobe lights and pyrotechnics (prepare sensitive viewers)
- Free WiFi available throughout Rod Laver Arena (MEL_PARK_FREE)
What Makes This Different from Monster Jam?
- Glow-in-the-dark elements are unique to Hot Wheels
- More focused on family entertainment vs. competition
- Full-sized animatronic dragon (absent from Monster Jam)
- Pre-show party with interactive zones
- Lower noise levels and child-friendly pacing
Not to Be Confused With the May Monster Truck Show
If you’ve seen ads for a monster truck event happening in May at Rod Laver Arena, you’re not imagining things—that’s a completely separate show.
That one is called Monster Truck Mania Live, and while it also features monster trucks, it’s not part of the Hot Wheels tour and offers a very different experience.
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Other Family Shows You’ll Love at Rod Laver Arena
After enjoying the thrilling Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live, why not plan your next family adventure? Don’t miss the magical performances of Disney on Ice Melbourne, bringing beloved characters to life at Rod Laver Arena.