Ponca City, Oklahoma – Monster trucks will be rolling into Ponca City when the Extreme Monster Truck Nationals take over the 101 Rodeo Grounds in Ponca City on Friday and Saturday, July 30-31.

This will be the first time the Extreme Monster Truck team performs in Ponca City, but not the first time in Oklahoma.

“Our claim to fame is the Oklahoma State Fair, where we’ve performed for 6 years running and it’s been a phenomenal success,” said Jim Morris, promoter for Extreme Monster Truck Nationals.

The event will take place both evenings at the historic 101 Rodeo grounds, with gates opening at 6:00 p.m. and the show beginning at 8:00 p.m. “We’ve got a really aggressive and exciting show planned for the Ponca City crowd,” Morris said. “Our goal is to have people oohing and aahing.”

Featured in the monster truck lineup will be 2-time world champion “Equalizer,” which currently has the most powerful motor in any monster truck at almost 2,000 horsepower. Other top trucks participating in the event include Hot Tamale, Crashmaster, Ice and Raptor, as well as military-tribute truck “Brute Force.”

For a free sneak peek at the Monster Trucks, fans can visit Davis-Moore Auto Group in Ponca City on Thursday, July 29 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. or on Saturday, July 31 from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.

In addition to monster truck action, the event will feature motorcycle jumpers, and a “Tuff Truck” contest for area residents wanting to put their trucks to competition.

Ticket prices are $10 for children ages 3-11; $20 for adults, and $25 for VIP. A VIP ticket includes preferred seating and parking, a pre-show pit party, a special meeting with Spiderman, and photos and autographs. Tickets are available at Food Pyramid in both Ponca City and Stillwater; Ponca City Discount Foods; Heartland Western Outfitters, and the Ponca City Chamber of Commerce. Tickets may also be purchased online at www.premierok.com; www.ticketsareavailable.com; or by phone at 1-877-851-8427 as well as at the gate on the day of the show.

For additional information contact Kristi at Ponca City Tourism, (580) 765-4400.

Who turned up the HEAT? It may be hot, but there’s a lot of GREAT things going on this week and next, check them out! www.poncacitytourism.com!

Make sure to schedule these BIG EVENTS!!

JULY 25-31 – 35^TH ANNUAL GRAND NATIONAL MOTO CROSS RACES – Held at the AMBUC Race Park. Moto Cross races daily, from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.  Tickets on sale at the gate – $10.00 for adults, children 5 & Under FREE. Contact: (580) 762-3635.www.poncacitygrandnationalmx.com .

JULY 30 – 31 - EXTREME MONSTER TRUCK NATIONALS is coming to Ponca City on July 30-31!! Don’t miss out on this exciting event! Catch the action at the 101 Rodeo Grounds, 8:00 p.m.  Get tickets at the Ponca City Chamber and other area locations!

AUGUST 12-14 - 101 RANCH WILD WEST’S 51ST ANNUAL PRCA RODEO, at the 101 Rodeo Grounds. Contact: (580) 765-5549.  Get tickets at the Ponca City Chamber!



This weeks events, July 25 – July 31!

25-31 – GRAND NATIONAL MOTO CROSS RACES – AMBUC Race Park. Races daily from 8 – 5. Tickets on sale at the gate – $10.00 for adults, children 5 & Under FREE. www.poncacitygrandnationalmx.com . Contact: (580) 762-3635.

26 – FULL MOON OVER WENTZ - Enjoy this free family swim at the historic Wentz pool, from 7:00 – 11:00 p.m.  Contact: 767-0432.

27 – CHILDREN’S SUMMER FILM FESTIVAL - Free Entertainment from The Poncan Theatre! – Show times are 10:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m., 3:30 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.   Enjoy great, kid-friendly entertainment every Tuesday, from your fine FRIENDS at the Poncan Theatre!  Contact: (580) 765-0943.

29 – 31- CRAZY DAYS IN PONCA CITY! - Enjoy the fun and excitement of one of the biggest SALE events of the year!  Contact:  (580) 765-4400.

30 – 31 – EXTREME MONSTER TRUCK NATIONALS - See Monster Trucks CRUSH the competition.  VIP ticket gets admission to Pit Party and to meet Spider Man! 31 Tickets $10 Children 3-11; $20 Adults; $25 VIP All Ages! Show starts at 8:00 gates open at 6:00 at Ponca City Rodeo Grounds. Get tickets at Ponca City Chamber, Food Pyramid Stores, Discount Foods, Heartland Western Outfitters, or premiereok.com.  Contact:  (580) 765-4400.

31 – 26th ANNUAL “CHRISTMAS IN JULY/KAWFEST” BOAT FLOTILLA- Pioneer Swimming Beach, Kaw Lake. Join the fun and enjoy live music, great food vendors, poker fun, boat flotilla and fireworks! Pick up registration forms at McFadden Cove Marina or Pioneer Cove Marina. Sponsored by the Kaw City Chamber of Commerce and The Kaw Lake Association. Contact: (580) 762-9494.

Next Weeks Events, August 1 – August 7!

1 – CHILDREN’S ACADEMY EXHIBIT – Ponca City Arts Center - Opening Reception August 1. Exhibit runs through August 29. Contact: (580) 765-9746.

6-8 – KAW  POW WOW - Friday dancing begins at 6:30 p.m. with Grand Entry and gourd dancing.   Saturday & Sunday dancing begins at 2:00 p.m. with Supper being served at 5:00.  Food concessions and arts and crafts. Contact: Carolyn Delaney at (866) 404-5297 or (580) 269-2552 extension 210.

6 – EARL THOMAS CONLEY – Live in Concert - The Poncan Theatre! – Sponsored by KWLS Radio.  Show is only $15, or only $5 with special $10 coupon available at local merchants!  Don’t miss this great musical event!  Contact: 580-765-4400.

7 – FLY-IN BREAKFAST, Ponca City Airport. Contact: (580) 767-0470.

7 – “ALL FIRED UP” - Benefit Fundraiser for the Ponca City Fire and Life Safety Council, Ody’s Bar, 3700 Lake Road.  Enjoy a steak dinner with all the fixins’, prepared by 3 different teams of Ponca City Firemen.  You VOTE the winner!  Other fun includes a DJ, and live auction!  Call (580) 765-4400 for more information.  Tickets available at Ponca City Chamber.