Monster Jam roars onto Cedar Point's Midway

[gallery]SANDUSKY — Walking into Cedar Point on any given day, guests fully expect to hear screams from a world-class collection of roller coasters.Of course, if you walk along the perimeter, you will certainly hear the waves of Lake Erie splashing onto the Cedar Point beach.And, starting this weekend, people can expect to hear a new noise: the roar of Monster Jam Thunder Alley trucks.Starting Saturday and running through June 30, Monster Jam trucks Grave Digger, El Toro Loco, Megalodon, Max-D and Zombie will be on full display in front of the main midway train station, located across from the Iron Dragon entrance.The Monster Jam Thunder Alley experience at Cedar Point kicks off this weekend and runs through June 30. At no extra cost, guests can ride in these larger-than-life vehicles around a track specially created for this event on the site of the former Cedar Dorms near the marina. Guests can get up close and snap photos of themselves to see just how tall they are in comparison to the 66-inch tires.One of the more popular activities will be getting to ride in a real-life monster truck. Custom versions of the Megalodon and Grave Digger trucks will carry guests around a track created for this event on the site of the former Cedar Dorms near the marina.One would think this may cost extra — but it doesn't. Riding in the Monster Jam trucks is included with a Cedar Point admission. Guests, however, do need to sign up for a designated ride time to participate on a first-come, first-serve basis. To guarantee a spot, Cedar Point does offer a VIP package starting at $29.99.Guests go around an intensive course over hills, a bus, do donuts around trees and more. Experiencing the Freestyle Ride is similar to how someone might feel after riding a roller coaster.The Monster Jam Thunder Alley experience at Cedar Point kicks off this weekend and runs through June 30. This attraction appeals to a wide range of audiences, according to the amusement park, with activities geared toward kids, young adults, adults and seniors.Monster Jam GarageGuests can interact with and learn how Monster Jam trucks come to life in this first-of-its kind Monster Jam Garage experience. They will have the opportunity to touch, feel and turn real Monster Jam elements that make these mechanical marvels soar.For example, guests can:• See how a 1,500-horsepower engine works• Turn enormous 645-pound tires on an axle• Witness how oversized shocks absorb punishing landings• Crank the gears inside of a real transmissionThe Monster Jam Thunder Alley experience at Cedar Point kicks off this weekend and runs through June 30. This attraction appeals to a wide range of audiences, according to the amusement park, with activities geared toward kids, young adults, adults and seniors.With the Monster Jam experience, Cedar Point wants to appeal to a wide audience, ranging from kids to seniors.Many kids will love some of the special experiences tailored just for them. This would include the Monster Jam Build-a-Truck. For a nominal fee, guests can build their very own wooden Monster Jam truck and take it home with them.Young Monster Jam fans can create their own Monster Jam action using authentic Monster Jam die-cast replicas on a miniature version of a Monster Jam track, complete with ramps and obstacles. A special soundtrack will put the fans in the action with sounds of an announcer, revving engines and more.The Monster Jam Thunder Alley experience at Cedar Point kicks off this weekend and runs through June 30. At no extra cost, guests can ride in these larger-than-life vehicles around a track specially created for this event on the site of the former Cedar Dorms near the marina. Tasty treatsWhat kind of event would the Monster Jam experience be if it did not include specialty food? Cedar Point and Monster Jam are offering several unique items during this event, including:• Fresh popcorn in a souvenir bucket• Cotton candy with a souvenir mask• A snow cone in a souvenir cupIn closingThe easiest way to experience the Monster Jam trucks is with a season pass. But, if you are not sure if you should get one, guests can purchase the Wild Card pass for $59.99, getting them access to the park through June 30.The Monster Jam Thunder Alley experience at Cedar Point kicks off this weekend and runs through June 30. At no extra cost, guests can get up close and snap photos of themselves to see just how tall they are in comparison to the 66-inch tires.Editor's note: Justin Dietz is a Register correspondent representing CPFoodBlog.com and @CPFoodBlog on Twitter.