Monster Jam about to race into Levi's Stadium

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ByChris Nguyen KGO logo
Saturday, April 11, 2015
Monster Jam coming to Levi's Stadium
Monster Jam coming to Levi's Stadium on Saturday.

SANTA CLARA, Calif. (KGO) -- It's high-speed, high-flying and for many, a whole lot of fun. For the first time ever, Monster Jam comes to Levi's Stadium.

Organizers believe more than 65,000 people will see the show on Saturday.

One-and-a-half million pounds of dirt have been hauled in for just one night.

17 trucks, 17 drivers, duking it out to be number one.

It's been a busy off-season for the stadium. Two weeks ago, thousands came out for WrestleMania.

The events spell good news for the folks down at Bourbon Steak and Pub that's open year-round at Gate F. Being a relatively new restaurant, major weekend events help fill up the seats.

Executive chef, and Bay Area native Chris Curtiss says he creates special menus based on who's expected to attend.

"Well I think it's a win-win for everyone, it brings business to the local hotels, businesses in the peripheral of the stadium, and it also helps us too, to help with the grassroots marketing to get the word out that we're here," said Curtiss.

A community giving this stadium, and its flagship restaurant a little love, showing that it's not just football that's bringing crowds to town.

The metal detectors have already been set-up for Saturday's event. Monster Jam starts at 7 p.m. on Saturday. Tickets are still available.