Monster Jam returns to Puerto Rico to mark 25 years of El Toro Loco
The event at Coliseo de Puerto Rico from Oct. 30 to Nov. 1 will feature five shows, eight monster trucks and Pit Parties, including one on opening night for the first time.
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- Primera Hora reports the shows run Friday, Oct. 30 to Sunday, Nov. 1 with five performances total
- According to Metro Puerto Rico the trucks include El Toro Loco, Grave Digger, Megalodon, Sparkle Smash, Zombie, Pirates Curse, Dragon and ThunderROARus
- Both outlets state a Pit Party is scheduled for Friday at 5 p.m. before the 8 p.m. opening show
- Primera Hora and Metro Puerto Rico say Pit Parties are also set for Saturday and Sunday at 11 a.m.
Event returns with anniversary celebration
Monster Jam returns to the Coliseo de Puerto Rico from Friday, Oct. 30 to Sunday, Nov. 1 to celebrate the 25th anniversary of El Toro Loco. Primera Hora reported the three-day run includes five performances featuring world-class drivers competing in speed, skill and freestyle events with trucks weighing approximately 12,000 pounds. Metro Puerto Rico reported the same dates and that the shows are designed for families and fans of all ages.
The Friday, Oct. 30 schedule includes a Pit Party at 5 p.m. and the first show at 8 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 31 has shows at 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 1 has shows at 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. Both sources confirm Pit Parties on Saturday and Sunday at 11 a.m. Primera Hora reported this marks the first time the opening night includes a Pit Party.
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What the sources posted
Posts and statements below are the sources' own words, quoted as published. They are not independently verified.
Monster Jam es especial porque cada año, incluso cada función, es distinta.
Our translation: Monster Jam is special because each year, even each show, is different.
The source's own statement, as quoted by Primera Hora. Not verified by PuertoRico.com.
Trucks and local production
The lineup of trucks consists of El Toro Loco, Grave Digger, Megalodon, Sparkle Smash, Zombie, Pirates Curse, Dragon and ThunderROARus, according to both Primera Hora and Metro Puerto Rico. The 25th anniversary of El Toro Loco, described as one of the most popular trucks, is a central theme of the visit. Metro Puerto Rico reported that each show is different and features unexpected moments and impressive maneuvers.
Eliezer Rodríguez of Ely Radical Productions, the local producer, issued a statement carried by both outlets. Tickets are on sale through Ticketera and more information is available on Monster Jam’s official social media channels, Primera Hora and Metro Puerto Rico reported.
Where the sources differ
Primera Hora and Metro Puerto Rico agree on all core facts including dates, times, truck lineup, Pit Party schedule and the 25th anniversary theme for El Toro Loco. Primera Hora adds that the Friday Pit Party is a novelty as it is the first time the opening night includes one. Both outlets carry the same quote from Eliezer Rodríguez with only minor wording differences in the surrounding paragraphs. No numerical conflicts exist.
What the reports do not say
The reports do not give ticket prices, expected attendance, the names of any drivers, or details on how the 25th anniversary of El Toro Loco will be specifically marked during the shows. They also do not state whether the Pit Parties require separate tickets or are included with show admission.
Sources
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- Reporting Monster Jam regresa a Puerto Rico para celebrar los 25 años de El Toro Loco
- Reporting Monster Jam regresa al Coliseo de Puerto Rico
How we checked this
Both Primera Hora and Metro Puerto Rico reported the same core announcement from Ely Radical Productions. The description of the Friday Pit Party as a first-time addition for opening night rests solely on Primera Hora. No other outlets were used.
Compiled by the PuertoRico.com News Desk from the reports and statements listed above, and checked against them before publishing. It does not include original interviews. Spot an error? Email support@puertorico.com with a link to this story.
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