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Swamp Thing has been shaking MonsterSlam to its foundations for years, and now we’re lifting the bonnet. We sat down with Tony Dixon, the man brave enough to pilot a 5,500kg monster, to find out what it really takes to wrestle Swamp Thing around the arena and keep the crowd on their feet. Tony Dixon Swamp Thing is a real family operation. What’s it like working together as dad and daughter in such a big, loud world? Passing my skills and knowledge onto my daughter, Georgina,

At MonsterSlam, we know how to put on big, memorable events that people enjoy. So when our team focus on live music, you can expect the same attention to detail, crowd-pleasing energy, and real festival atmosphere. Kent Tribute Festival 2026 is the music-loving sibling in the family, and it’s shaping up to be one hell of a Bank Holiday weekend. Now moving to the spacious grounds of Quex Park in Birchington , the festival is expanding into a full May Bank Holiday weekend  for

Thanet is one of Kent’s top summer spots, offering seaside towns, sandy beaches, tasty food, attractions, and live entertainment. Whether you come for a day or a weekend, there’s lots to enjoy here. With good travel links from London and the South East, Thanet is a great choice for anyone who wants to relax by the coast and enjoy fun events and activities. Margate: Art, Music and Seaside Energy Margate draws visitors with its creative vibe and classic seaside charm. The town

Some people think monster trucks are just about loud engines and big stunts. But Monsterslam is more than that. It’s a full day out, a great atmosphere, and a chance to make family memories together, and that's why families keep coming back to Monsterslam in Birchington, near Manston. See the action here! Other events might try to match the excitement, but MonsterSlam is different. It’s a real local event, made by local organisers for families who come back year after year be

Quex Park in Birchington has everything you need for a great family day out. You can explore the coastal parkland and try activities like alpaca trekking or adventure golf, so everyone can have fun and make memories together. Whether you come for MonsterSlam, a weekend adventure, or just a relaxing day in the countryside, Quex Park offers entertainment, fresh air, and memories all in one spot. Things to Do at Quex Park Quex Park has plenty of attractions, making it a great ch

Monsterslam has always been about huge machines, roaring engines and unforgettable family fun, and in 2026 there’s a brand-new kind of monster joining the action. Meet Pete Dinosaur, the baby T-Rex will be stomping into Quex Park on Sunday 26th July 2026 , bringing a prehistoric twist to the UK’s biggest monster truck show and entertaining visitors between the arena events. Long before monster trucks and motocross bikes, dinosaurs were the original giants of the Earth. Pete b

Monsterslam is famous for its huge engines, giant tyres, and trucks that shake the ground. In 2026, the fun will go beyond the main arena. On Sunday, 26th July, at Quex Park, families can join in with optional and chargeable special ride experiences. Mini Monster Truck Mania is back for young monster truck fans. These aren’t ordinary mini trucks. Kids can hop into smaller versions of  Swamp Thing, Big Pete and Grim Reaper. Each one matches the show’s stars with the same colou

When Bolddog FMX  arrives at Monsterslam, the action lifts off fast, motorbikes soar, riders execute breathtaking twists, and the crowd is swept up by a mix of excitement and disbelief. Every moment highlights the incredible daring and expertise these performers bring to the forefront. What makes Bolddog FMX so special isn’t just how high they jump, but how confidently they do it. Each rider knows their bike inside out, and every launch is carefully timed, perfectly controlle

Most people picture huge monster trucks, loud engines, and cars getting crushed when they think of Monsterslam. In 2026, our show will add something new and just as exciting. The Tigers Motorcycle Display Team is joining to show that it's not just big trucks that can wow the crowd. These riders aren’t adults! The Tigers are kids aged 5 to 16  who put on motorcycle shows that surprise and impress everyone. While most kids are learning to ride with stabilisers, these young rid

Some monster trucks look angry or mean, but Swamp Thing l ooks like it’s having too much fun, which somehow makes it even more unsettling. One moment it’s parked, bright green and grinning. The next, it’s hurling tonnes of metal into the air as if physics barely applies. Beneath its loud bodywork, Swamp Thing Monster Truck is built to take punishment. It’s styled after a Ford F-350 Super Duty and runs on a methanol-injected 572-cubic-inch tall-block V8  with a BDS supercharge

If Big Pete amazes, Grim Reaper Monster Truck keeps everyone tense. As soon as this truck enters, everything changes. The engine sounds fiercer. The driving gets wilder. The action becomes unpredictable. Grim Reaper joined the Big Pete family in 2006. It immediately brought new energy to the UK monster truck scene. Built on a 1999 Chevrolet Silverado frame , it keeps the classic American pickup look. But it is made and run entirely in the UK. With custom reinforcements and mo

When Big Pete returns to Monsterslam this year, he’s not just another monster truck. This will be his seventh time  at Kent’s biggest monster truck show. That streak speaks for itself. Big Pete proves it every year with car-crushing, ground-shaking action that defines Monsterslam. Big Pete is built on the classic Peterbilt 359 American semi-truck chassis . He stands out the moment he enters the arena. Unlike many modern monster trucks with lightweight fibreglass shells, Big P