Monster Truck Motorfest Set for Easter Weekend with Stunts, Live Music, and Family Attractions

Forget the usual Easter egg hunts for a minute. This year, the Easter weekend in North Yorkshire is set to be dominated by the roar of engines and the cheer of the crowd. A massive Monster Truck Motorfest is thundering into Pickering, brought to you by the entertainment experts at RA Monster Events. But this is more than just a chance to see a giant monster truck crush some cars, although there will definitely be plenty of that thrilling spectacle. Think of it as a full-blown, four-day festival crammed with incredible stunts, live music, and a whole host of family attractions. The entire event has been designed from the ground up to be a high-energy experience, promising a weekend of non-stop entertainment for everyone, from the youngest fans to the most seasoned adrenaline junkies. This is precisely the kind of event where lasting memories are forged, a proper multi-attraction experience that the whole family will be talking about long after the engines have cooled.

What’s actually happening at motorfest?

So, what’s actually on the agenda at this much-anticipated Motorfest? The undeniable star of the show, of course, is the monster truck. The main arena will be the playground for the mighty Slingshot Monster Truck, a true beast of a machine ready to unleash a show of pure, car-crushing power. But the motorsport action is far from a one-trick pony. Prepare for some seriously daredevil motorbike stunts from the Flyin Ryan team, a group renowned across the UK for their gravity-defying jumps and breathtaking manoeuvres. Adding to the high-octane mix is StuntShowsUK, who promise to bring even more jaw-dropping stunts to the table, ensuring the excitement levels stay cranked up to eleven. And as if that wasn't enough to get the heart racing, World Champion stunt rider Steve Colley is set to perform tricks that are genuinely unbelievable until seen in person. This stunning collection of live performances guarantees an unforgettable spectacle. But it's not all about the engines. The event is wrapped in a proper festival atmosphere. There will be live music providing the perfect soundtrack to the weekend's activities, classic fairground rides for a bit of traditional fun, and a whole food village offering all sorts of tasty treats to keep everyone fuelled up. It’s this blend of thrilling action and relaxed fun that makes it a complete multi-attraction experience with plenty of exciting attractions.

More than just a one-off event

The team orchestrating all this organised chaos is RA Monster Events, a company that has carefully built a stellar reputation across the UK for putting on large-scale, family-oriented events. They are genuine experts in the art of creating memorable experiences that people talk about for ages. The upcoming Monster Truck Motorfest in Pickering is a perfect showcase of their craft: blending thrilling live performances with a fun, festival atmosphere that works for all ages and creates lasting memories. This isn't their first rodeo in North Yorkshire, either. The company is strategically building on the roaring success of its Funland event, which took place at the very same location back in February. They’re harnessing that positive momentum to make this Easter’s Motorfest an even bigger and better high-energy, multi-attraction experience. The core focus for all their events is on crafting fun-filled weekends with a wide range of activities and exciting attractions, all designed to help families make brilliant memories together through unique entertainment.

The man with the plan

The person steering this giant operation is Peter Richardson, the Managing Director of RA Monster Events. He has a clear vision for the event and sums up the goal of the whole weekend perfectly.

“Motorfest is all about giving people an unforgettable weekend of live thrills and family fun.”

“The mighty Slingshot Monster Truck will dominate the arena, and there’s so much more happening. Daredevil motorbikes from Flyin Ryan, jaw-dropping stunts from StuntShowsUK, and even World Champion Steve Colley performing tricks you have to see to believe. Add in live music, fairground rides, a fun food village, and it really becomes an event for the whole family.”

His comments perfectly highlight how this is so much more than a simple monster show. It’s a carefully curated collection of world-class entertainment. Each element, from the monster truck that provides the core motorsport action to the live music that builds the festival atmosphere, is part of a bigger plan to deliver a weekend packed with varied activities. It’s this thoughtful combination of intense, thrilling stunts and engaging family attractions that positions the Motorfest as one of the most anticipated events in the region this year. The company's vast experience in producing major UK events is evident in the sheer variety and quality of the entertainment on offer.

All the key details you need

Planning on heading down to see the action for yourself? Here's everything needed to get sorted for a weekend of fun. The whole festival is happening at the Pickering Showground in North Yorkshire, and there's free parking on site, which is always a bonus. It's a four-day extravaganza, running right across the Easter weekend from Friday 3rd April to Monday 6th April 2026.

• Dates: Friday 3rd April to Monday 6th April 2026

• Location: Pickering Showground, Pickering, North Yorkshire, YO18 8EA

• Friday, Saturday & Sunday: 10am to 10.30pm

• Monday: 10am to 7.30pm

With long opening hours from Friday to Sunday, there's plenty of time to soak up the festival atmosphere, catch all the live performances, and enjoy the family attractions. The slightly earlier finish on Monday means people can still get home at a reasonable time before the new week starts. This is set to be one of the most exciting events of the year, a truly thrilling showcase of monster power and incredible stunts.