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  • Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow-N-Fire: Three Shows at Angel of the Winds Arena May 30-31

    When is Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live coming to Angel of the Winds Arena? Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow-N-Fire performs at Angel of the Winds Arena in Everett on Saturday, May 30, 2026 at 12:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., and Sunday, May 31, 2026 at 2:30 p.m. All three shows include pre-show floor access with the monster trucks and drivers, available 2.5 hours before each performance.

    Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow-N-Fire Rolls Into Everett Memorial Day Weekend

    Memorial Day weekend at Angel of the Winds Arena is getting a major upgrade. Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow-N-Fire is bringing its 2026 tour to downtown Everett for three shows, May 30 through May 31, and if the name “Glow-N-Fire” does not already tell you where this is headed, the tour’s marketing is leaning hard into pyrotechnics, LED lighting, and trucks that literally breathe fire. It is 75 minutes of loud, and it is built for kids.

    Here is everything a family in Everett, Mukilteo, Marysville, or anywhere in Snohomish County needs to know before buying tickets.

    Showtimes at Angel of the Winds Arena

    • Saturday, May 30, 2026 — 12:30 p.m. (matinee, family-friendly time slot)
    • Saturday, May 30, 2026 — 7:30 p.m. (evening show)
    • Sunday, May 31, 2026 — 2:30 p.m. (Sunday afternoon matinee)

    All three shows are at Angel of the Winds Arena, 2000 Hewitt Avenue, Everett. For families with younger kids, the 12:30 p.m. Saturday matinee is the best pick. For anyone who wants the full effect of the pyrotechnics and glow elements (which read better in a darker arena), the 7:30 p.m. Saturday night show is the one.

    Which Monster Trucks Are on the 2026 Roster?

    Glow-N-Fire brings a lineup stacked with the Hot Wheels all-stars plus a brand-new truck making its live debut this year:

    • Mega Wrex — the fan-favorite T-rex truck
    • Tiger Shark
    • HW 5-Alarm
    • Bone Shaker
    • Bigfoot — the original name in monster truck history
    • Gunkster
    • Skelesaurus
    • Rhinomite — new for 2026, making its live debut on this tour

    If your kid has an opinion about which truck is best, it is probably Mega Wrex. Do not fight them on this.

    The Pre-Show Party: Arrive Early

    The Pre-Show Party presented by Metro by T-Mobile happens 2.5 hours before every performance and is hands-down the best part of the experience for kids. Pre-Show Party access lets fans onto the competition floor to see the monster trucks up close, meet the drivers, take photos, and get autographs. It is a separate ticket, but it is what turns a 75-minute show into a three-hour day.

    Translation for parents: if you are paying for the show, pay for Pre-Show access too. The floor time is where the memories happen.

    Tickets, Pricing, and Kids’ Deals

    Tickets are on sale through Ticketmaster, the Angel of the Winds Arena box office, and the official Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live website. Special kids pricing is available for all three Everett performances, which typically means a deep discount off the standard adult ticket price when purchased for eligible younger attendees. Exact pricing varies by seating section.

    Buy direct through Ticketmaster or the arena box office if you want to avoid secondary-market fees.

    What to Expect Inside the Arena

    The Glow-N-Fire tour adds enhanced pyrotechnic effects, LED and black-light lighting, and glow-in-the-dark moments to the standard monster truck show. The trucks still do all the things fans expect — big air, wheelies, car crushes, donuts, and head-to-head competition — but the entire arena gets dimmed for the glow and fire sequences, which is spectacular in person and completely worth experiencing at the evening show if possible.

    Earplugs are a good idea for kids under 5, and most parents recommend them. The arena sometimes has free foam earplugs at guest services, but bring your own to be safe.

    How to Get There

    Angel of the Winds Arena is at 2000 Hewitt Avenue in downtown Everett, one block off I-5 at Exit 193. Parking is available in the Everest Station Garage directly adjacent, in the arena’s own lot, and along Hewitt Avenue. For a matinee show, arrive 45 minutes before showtime. For the Saturday night show, plan on 60 minutes of lead time because of parking and concessions lines.

    Pro tip for Everett families: the Port of Everett waterfront is 10 minutes away and has multiple kid-friendly restaurants (and ice cream) if you want to build a whole Memorial Day weekend day around the show.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    When does Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live perform in Everett?

    Saturday, May 30, 2026 at 12:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., and Sunday, May 31, 2026 at 2:30 p.m. at Angel of the Winds Arena in Everett, Washington.

    How long is the show?

    The main show runs approximately 75 minutes. Including the Pre-Show Party floor access that opens 2.5 hours before showtime, plan for a three-hour total experience.

    Which trucks are performing in Everett?

    The 2026 Glow-N-Fire tour lineup includes Mega Wrex, Tiger Shark, HW 5-Alarm, Bone Shaker, Bigfoot, Gunkster, Skelesaurus, and the brand-new Rhinomite, making its live debut this season.

    Is there a Pre-Show Party?

    Yes. The Pre-Show Party presented by Metro by T-Mobile runs 2.5 hours before every performance and gives fans access to the competition floor to meet the drivers and see the trucks up close. It requires a separate ticket.

    Are there kids’ ticket discounts?

    Yes. Special kids pricing is available for all shows. Exact pricing varies by section. Check the Ticketmaster listing or the Angel of the Winds Arena box office for current rates.

    Where can I buy tickets?

    Tickets are available through Ticketmaster, the Angel of the Winds Arena box office, and hotwheelsmonstertruckslive.com. Buying direct helps you avoid secondary-market markups.

    Should I bring earplugs for kids?

    Yes, especially for children under 5. Monster truck shows are loud by design. Bring hearing protection or pick up foam earplugs at guest services when you arrive.

  • Silvertips Blow a 3-0 Lead in Game 4 But Still Lead 3-1: Game 5 Is at Home Friday Night

    Did the Silvertips sweep Kelowna in Round 2? No. Everett held a 3-0 lead with 12 minutes left in Game 4 on April 15, 2026, but Kelowna rallied for three goals and Tij Iginla won it in overtime. The Rockets took Game 4 by a 4-3 final, cutting Everett’s series lead to 3-1. Game 5 is Friday, April 17 at 7:05 p.m. at Angel of the Winds Arena.

    Silvertips Were 12 Minutes From a Sweep. Then Kelowna Happened.

    This is the part where a fan gets honest. Wednesday night at Prospera Place in Kelowna was supposed to be the one: a clean four-game sweep of the Rockets, an extra week of rest before the Western Conference Final, and a quiet flight home. For 48 minutes of hockey, the Silvertips were absolutely pitching a sweep. Then 12 minutes happened, overtime happened, and now we are going back to Angel of the Winds Arena Friday night for Game 5 with a 3-1 series lead instead of our boots up.

    Let’s be very clear about what happened, because the final score does not tell the full story.

    What Actually Happened in Game 4

    The Silvertips came out of the gate like a team that smelled Round 3. Julius Miettinen opened the scoring just 1:04 into the first period. Matias Vanhanen buried a power-play goal at 8:47. Brek Liske made it 3-0 at 14:10. That is three goals in the first 14 minutes of a road playoff game against a desperate home team — exactly the way a top seed ends a series.

    Then the third period turned into the kind of hockey nightmare every fan base has seen before. Kelowna scored with about 12:07 left in regulation to make it 3-1. Then again. Then Shane Smith tied it 3-3 late. Overtime arrived, the Rockets kept coming, and Tij Iginla — yes, that Iginla — put the winner home at 2:30 of the extra period for his second goal of the night. Rockets 4, Silvertips 3.

    The Good News: The Silvertips Still Lead the Series 3-1

    Blown third-period leads sting for 48 hours. But look at the board: Everett is still up 3-1 in a best-of-seven, the Silvertips are still the Western Conference’s top seed, and Game 5 is back at home at Angel of the Winds Arena, where they won the first two games of this series. A playoff team only needs to win one of the next three. Kelowna has to run the table.

    Historically, losing a close-out game on the road is the kind of thing you laugh about after you hoist the trophy. The Silvertips can absolutely still control this series. They just need to do the one thing Game 4 showed they are more than capable of doing for 48 minutes: skate a full 60.

    Game 5: Friday, April 17 at Angel of the Winds Arena

    Here is the only schedule you need memorized for the rest of this week:

    • Game 5: Friday, April 17, 2026 — 7:05 p.m. — Angel of the Winds Arena, Everett
    • Game 6 (if needed): Sunday or Monday, April 19 or 20 — in Kelowna
    • Game 7 (if needed): Tuesday, April 21 — Angel of the Winds Arena, Everett

    If you have ever been on the fence about a Silvertips playoff ticket, this is the one. The barn is going to be loud. The stakes are a Western Conference Final. The opponent is a desperate team that just stole a win in their own building. This is exactly what playoff hockey in Everett is supposed to feel like.

    How to Get to Game 5

    Tickets are still available through the Silvertips’ official playoff ticket page and Ticketmaster. Angel of the Winds Arena is at 2000 Hewitt Avenue in downtown Everett, about five minutes off I-5 Exit 193. Parking is easiest in the Everest Station garage a block away, or on Hewitt if you are early. Puck drops at 7:05 p.m., so aim to be through the doors by 6:30 if you want a beer and a look at warmups.

    What to Watch in Game 5

    1. Julius Miettinen’s Legs

    Miettinen — Everett’s captain and one of the best two-way centers in the Western Hockey League — has been the motor of this series. Opening Game 4 with a 1:04 goal was the kind of tone-setter elite players deliver in the playoffs. Watch his first shift Friday. If he looks the same as he did in Game 4, the Rockets are in trouble.

    2. The Power Play

    Matias Vanhanen’s power-play goal was not a fluke — the Silvertips’ man-advantage has been one of the cleanest units in the WHL all year. If they can cash in early on a Kelowna penalty, the arena will do the rest.

    3. Tij Iginla

    We have to say his name, even if we do not like saying it. Iginla scored twice in Game 4, including the overtime winner. He is the most dangerous player Kelowna has, he has playoff-MVP bloodlines, and he will be on the ice when it matters. The Silvertips’ defensive pairings need to account for where his stick is at all times.

    4. The Third Period

    Every Silvertips fan is going to have one eye on the clock starting with 15 minutes left in the third period of Game 5. That is just how it is going to be until this series ends. The good news: the Silvertips can put that ghost to bed in a single night.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    When is Game 5 of the Silvertips-Rockets series?

    Friday, April 17, 2026, at 7:05 p.m. at Angel of the Winds Arena in Everett.

    What is the current series score?

    Everett leads the best-of-seven Western Conference semifinal 3-1. The Silvertips need to win one of the next three games to advance.

    What happened in Game 4?

    Everett led 3-0 in the third period but gave up three unanswered goals in regulation. Kelowna’s Tij Iginla scored 2:30 into overtime for a 4-3 Rockets win. Miettinen, Vanhanen, and Liske scored for the Silvertips.

    Where are the remaining games being played?

    Game 5 is in Everett, Game 6 (if needed) is in Kelowna, and Game 7 (if needed) is back in Everett.

    Are tickets still available for Game 5?

    As of publication, tickets remain available through the Silvertips’ official playoff ticket portal and through Ticketmaster. Expect strong walk-up demand for a potential series-clincher.

    Who does the winner of this series play?

    The winner of Silvertips-Rockets advances to the WHL Western Conference Final against the winner of the Portland-Wenatchee series.