Matt's Off-Road Games 2026: Event Highlights

Everything You Need to Know About This Year's Event

It’s crazy to think that we’re about to wrap up another great year here at Goat’s Trail. With the turn of the season comes one of our favorite things: planning for all of next year’s fun events!

We’ve got a ton of fun events lined up for 2026, but one of our favorites? Matt’s Off-Road Games. 

One of the top off-roading events of the year, Matt's Off-Road Games is slated to return to Sand Hollow State Park in Hurricane, Utah, from March 19-21, 2026.

2025’s games were a blast. The event was huge, and brought YouTubers and wreckers together for three days of unmitigated chaos on the sand. 

Matt's Off-Road Recovery team is raising the bar again in 2026 - and you can bet that we’re looking forward to the traditional fun and a few new surprises. 

This year features a full kickoff party on Thursday night, plus the return of the Jalopy Jeep and Wrecker competitions that had everyone talking last year.

Here's what you need to know before tickets sell out.

Matt's Off-Road Games 2026 – At a Glance

• When: March 19-21, 2026

• Where: Sand Hollow State Park, Hurricane, UT

• Adult Tickets: $124.99 (3-Day Pass)

• Youth Tickets (13-18): $69.99 (3-Day Pass)

• VIP Pass: $300 (includes dinner with Matt and crew)

• Kids 12 & Under FREE (up to 4 per paying adult)

Schedule Highlights

• Thursday: Kickoff Party with meet & greets, live music, giveaways, and fireworks

• Friday: Wrecker Course Competition + Evening Arena Show

• Saturday: Jalopy Jeep Course Competition + Evening Arena Show

What's Included With Your Ticket?

• Free entrance to Sand Hollow State Park ($20-$60 value)

• Access to all competitions and arena shows

• Free Matt's Off-Road Games T-shirt ($29.99 value)

• Limited edition Games decal ($5.99 value)

• Free kid-friendly off-road school bus rides

• Special discount offers from Mad Moose Rentals and Red Rock Humvee Tours

The 2026 Matt’s Off-Road Games Competitor Lineup

This year's roster is bringing in some of the biggest names in off-road content creation. The competition splits into two main divisions: wreckers and jalopy drivers.

The wrecker division features some names you might recognize, as well as a few newcomers to the games:

• Rory from Trail Mater

• Eric from BSF Recovery Team

• Paul from Fab Rats

• Murphy from Murphy's Diesel

• BORR

• Viking Spirit Motors

• Nick from Rusty Fork

• Steve from This Week With Cars

• Kaulin from Matt's Off-Road Recovery

As always, event supervisor Matt Wetzel will be overseeing all the action.

The jalopy driver lineup is stacked with familiar faces as well. The confirmed driver list includes some favorites, such as: 

• Rich Rebuilds

• Patty Mayo

• Ginger Billy

• Carter Sharer

• JMR Rebuilders

• Colt from Colt Builds It

• The Peck Brothers are all confirmed.

You'll also see Robby Layton, Dave Chappelle from The Dirtheads Shed, Hollie from Mischief Maker TV, and many more. More names are still being announced.

This year, the ladies are handling emcee duties, with Laura from Laura Farms and Katelynn from Matt's Off-Road Recovery keeping everyone informed, updated, and entertained.

Three Days of Off-Road Action

The 2026 event expands to include a proper Thursday kickoff, making this a full three-day experience. Here's what to expect each day.

Thursday, March 19th – Kickoff Party

Thursday sets the tone with an opening night celebration. The kickoff party includes meet and greet sessions with your favorite YouTubers and off-roaders, live music, and massive giveaways. 

Some of our favorite parts include the always-popular off-road school bus rides and a firework show to close out the night. Vendor booths and the Kids/Family Center will also be open.

The structure of the weekend is set, but some exact times may shift as the event gets closer. 

Friday, March 20th – Wrecker Competition Day

Friday is all about the wreckers. 

The morning kicks off with course staging and safety checks, then the Full Loop Wrecker Course Competition. Competitors will have to find, fix, and recover broken-down vehicles as they traverse the course.

Awards take place later in the day, followed by meet-and-greet sessions, vendor activities, and a Viewer RC Car Competition in the afternoon. Big giveaway prizes drop toward evening - so you’ll want to stick around.

The day wraps up with an Arena Competition – details are being kept under wraps, but the team promises guaranteed chaos.

Saturday, March 21st – Jalopy Jeep Competition Day

Saturday belongs to the Jalopy Jeeps. 

This was a big hit last year, with YouTubers partnering up with off-road influencers to tackle one of the most rugged looped courses ever created at Sand Hollow. These budget builds aren't pretty, but they’ll definitely keep you entertained.

The competition runs through the middle of the day, with awards immediately after.

Ongoing Activities Throughout the Event

There’s plenty to see and do at Matt’s Off-Road Games. You can swing by and say hi to us in the vendor area, and catch up with other friends and fans across the event:

• Vendor carnival games and sponsor booths

• Kids/Family Center (12-5 PM daily) with bounce houses, sandbox, and school bus rides

• Meet and greet opportunities with competitors

• Daily giveaways featuring off-road gear and equipment

• Discounted guided trail rides and side-by-side rentals

Part of what makes Matt's Off-Road Games special is the commitment to giving back. A portion of all ticket sales goes directly to the Utah Public Lands Alliance and Search & Rescue. 

These organizations help keep public lands open and safe so we can all keep playing outside.

Practical Details

Registration

Registration takes place at Mad Moose Rentals in Hurricane before and during the event. Have your ticket ready to scan and make sure all passengers sign the waiver before you hit the sand. 

Exact registration days and hours can change, so double‑check the latest schedule on the Matt’s Off Road Games website before you head out.

Parking

You’ll be able to park inside Sand Hollow State Park on competition days, with clearly marked areas for event guests.

If you don’t have an off‑road vehicle, you can use designated parking near the park and take advantage of event shuttles and ride options to get to the action. Final parking maps and shuttle details will be posted on the official event info page as the date gets closer.

Lodging Options

Campsites and RV spots near Sand Hollow tend to book quickly for Matt’s Off Road Games, so it pays to plan early. 

The event team works with nearby campgrounds, glamping resorts, and hotels in Hurricane and the surrounding area to offer special rates for attendees, often with promo codes or event‑only packages. 

Make sure to check out the Matt’s Off-Road Games info page when you’re ready to reserve your stay, and you may be able to snag a discount code or two.

Get Your Tickets Now - This One Will Fill Up Fast

Tickets are limited, and based on previous years, they're expected to sell out. You can snag the full 3-Day Pass for $124.99 for adults and $69.99 for youth ages 13-18. 

Got little ones who are ready for the fun? Kids 12 and under get in free. You can also get single-day passes for $74.99 (adult) and $39.99 (youth).

The VIP Pass at $300 includes the full 3-day experience plus an exclusive dinner with Matt and crew, free daily drinks and snacks at the VIP tent, and other special benefits. Only 100 VIP tickets are available.

Will We See You at Sand Hollow in 2026?

Our team at Goats Trail is excited for another year of Matt's Off-Road Games. If you're heading out to Sand Hollow, stop by and say hello – and make sure to wear your Goats Trail gear. 

Snap a pic and tag us for a chance to be featured on our social media! Will we see you on the trails in 2026? 

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