New York, NY (September 2, 2025) Family Entertainment Live, one of the world’s leading presenters of family-oriented live events, and Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAT), a leading global toy and family entertainment company and owner of one of the most iconic brand portfolios in the world, have announced the return of Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live™ Glow-N-Fire Tour coming in 2026.
Following the success of Glow-N-Fire in 2025, which won the Pollstar Family Show of the Year award, Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live™ is thrilled to continue the momentum into 2026 by introducing an all-new truck to the tour: Rhinomite — the dynamite Rhino themed truck. Charging horn-first into challenges, Rhinomite explodes on the scene with a mission to destroy the competition. This exciting new experience will feature never before seen stunts performed by the Hot Wheels Monster Trucks, as well as the all-new No-Handed Front Flip performed by the FMX riders!
Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live™: Glow-N-Fire is produced by Family Entertainment Live and brings fans’ favorite Hot Wheels Monster Trucks to life including Mega Wrex™, Tiger Shark™, HW 5-Alarm™, Bone Shaker™, Bigfoot®, Skelesaurus™, and also includes FMX riders performing high-flying stunts and a fire-breathing, car crushing robot dinosaur.
“We are incredibly proud to continue expanding the award-winning Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live with Family Entertainment Live,” said Julie Freeland, VP of Global Location Based Entertainment at Mattel. “The debut of Rhinomite brings even more excitement to the lineup which we can’t wait for fans to see. The Glow-N-Fire tour is an unforgettable experience full of action and energy that only Hot Wheels Monster Trucks can deliver.”
“After a great 2025 and winning the Pollstar Family Show of the Year award, we can’t wait to continue to provide world-class, family entertainment with Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live” said Ken Hudgens, CEO of Family Entertainment Live “With a brand new truck, added to the line-up with Rhinomite, and all new stunts performed, we’re excited to entertain fans of all ages.”
Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live™: Glow-N-Fire 2026 tour dates are as follows, with more dates to be announced. Matinee and evening performances are available across all dates.
2026 Tour Schedule
U.S. Tour Dates
| Dates | City | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 2–3, 2026 | Savannah, GA | EnMarket Arena |
| Jan 3–4, 2026 | Charlotte, NC | Spectrum Center |
| Jan 9–10, 2026 | Austin, TX | Moody Center |
| Jan 10–11, 2026 | Highland Hts, KY | Truist Arena |
| Jan 17–18, 2026 | Lexington, KY | Rupp Arena |
| Jan 17–18, 2026 | Uniondale, NY | Nassau Coliseum |
| Jan 31–Feb 1, 2026 | Charleston, WV | Charleston Coliseum |
| Jan 31–Feb 1, 2026 | Atlanta, GA | State Farm Arena |
| Feb 13–15, 2026 | Trenton, NJ | CURE Insurance Arena |
| Feb 14–15, 2026 | Peoria, IL | Peoria Civic Center |
| Feb 21–22, 2026 | Edinburg, TX | Bert Ogden Arena |
| Feb 28–Mar 1, 2026 | Laredo, TX | Sames Auto Arena |
| Mar 6–8, 2026 | Rockford, IL | BMO Center |
| Mar 14–15, 2026 | Tulsa, OK | BOK Center |
| Mar 14–15, 2026 | Tallahassee, FL | Donald L. Tucker Civic Center |
| Mar 27–29, 2026 | Council Bluffs, IA | Mid-America Center |
| Mar 28–29, 2026 | Charlottesville, VA | John Paul Jones Arena |
| Apr 18–19, 2026 | State College, PA | Bryce Jordan Center |
| May 2–3, 2026 | Kissimmee, FL | Silver Spurs Arena |
| May 16–17, 2026 | Reading, PA | Santander Arena |
International Tour Dates
| Dates | City | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 3–4, 2026 | Manchester, UK | AO Arena |
| Jan 10–11, 2026 | London, UK | The O2 |
| Jan 17–18, 2026 | Munich, DE | Olympiahalle |
| Feb 14–15, 2026 | Oberhausen, DE | Rudolf Weber-ARENA |
| Mar 28–29, 2026 | Leeds, UK | First Direct Arena |
| Apr 4–5, 2026 | Liverpool, UK | M&S Bank Arena |
| Apr 11–12, 2026 | Birmingham, UK | Utilita Arena |
| Apr 18–19, 2026 | Mexico City, MX | Arena CDMX |
| Apr 25–26, 2026 | Guadalajara, MX | Arena Guadalajara |
| May 2–3, 2026 | Monterrey, MX | Arena Monterrey |
*More dates to be announced
**Dates subject to change
Hot Wheels fans also have the chance to participate in the all-new Pre-Show Party, held two and a half hours prior to every performance. This unique experience provides fans access to the arena floor where they can get up close and see the outrageous designs and epic size of the Hot Wheels Monster Trucks along with autograph signings from their favorite drivers and performers. Each Pre-Show Party ticket includes an autograph card, exclusive to Pre-Show Party attendees. Passes will be available to purchase while supplies last.
The new Pre-Show VIP Backstage Experience is an exclusive tour guided by the hosts of Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live! Experience what happens behind the scenes before all of the smashing and crashing goes down. See the Hot Wheels Monster Trucks up close and personal, get your VIP Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Official Souvenir Merchandise Bundle and receive exclusive access into the Pre-Show Party! VIP passes are limited and available to purchase while supplies last.
Fans can go to HotWheelsMonsterTrucksLive.com for more information. The Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live tour is a partnership between Mattel, Inc. and Raycom-Legacy Content Company, LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Family Entertainment Holdings, LLC.
About Family Entertainment Live
Family Entertainment Holdings, LLC is a diversified, entertainment holding company that develops family-oriented live events including Magic of Lights ®, an outdoor holiday lights drive-through experience produced at venues throughout North America and Hot Wheels® Monster Trucks Live, showcasing a toys-to-life show of Mattel’s legendary Hot Wheels Monster Trucks show presented across North America, Europe and elsewhere internationally as well as the all-new Hot Wheels Stunt Show. The Company is headquartered in New York, NY. For more information visit familyentertainmentlive.com.
About Mattel
Mattel is a leading global toy and family entertainment company and owner of one of the most iconic brand portfolios in the world. We engage consumers and fans through our franchise brands, including Barbie®, Hot Wheels®, Fisher-Price®, American Girl®, Thomas & Friends™, UNO®, Masters of the Universe®, Matchbox®, Monster High®, Polly Pocket®, and Barney®, as well as other popular properties that we own or license in partnership with global entertainment companies. Our offerings include toys, content, consumer products, digital and live experiences. Our products are sold in collaboration with the world’s leading retail and ecommerce companies. Since its founding in 1945, Mattel is proud to be a trusted partner in empowering generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential. Visit us at mattel.com.
