Monster truck rally returning to Colonial Life in Columbia

Columbia monster truck fans wanting to get up close and personal with the 12,000-pound wrecking machines will get their chance soon.

Monster Jam is making its return to Columbia this spring, according to a statement from Colonial Life Arena.

Fans will have three chances to catch the high-flying vehicles at Colonial Life: April 5 at 7 p.m., April 6 at 1 p.m. and April 6 at 7 p.m. Tickets will go on sale online Sept. 25, according to the statement.

The show will feature racing, two-wheel skills, donuts and a freestyle competition, according to the statement. This year, attendees will have the chance to vote on winners of the two-wheel and freestyle competitions on their phones.

Fans also can get photos up close with the trucks if they purchase a Pit Party pass. Passes start at $15, and the Pit Party will start before the Saturday show at 1 p.m.

Tickets start at $18.

This story was originally published September 19, 2018 at 2:16 PM.