How do you make a DIY Grave Digger costume?

Paint a cardboard box black, add green flames and purple headlights using acrylic paint, and attach two purple webbing straps to wear it over the shoulders.

What do Monster Jam drivers wear?

They wear fire-resistant racing suits (jumpsuits) covered in sponsor logos, protective helmets, gloves, and racing shoes.

Is the wearable truck comfortable for trick-or-treating?

Yes, if made from lightweight cardboard or foam and fitted with thick, comfortable shoulder straps that distribute the weight evenly.

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Monster Jam Costume

Step into the driver's seat of your favorite monster truck.

Monster Jam costumes are a massive hit for kids who love high-octane action, roaring engines, and car-crushing stunts. The look typically features an official driver's racing jumpsuit or a creative, wearable cardboard monster truck like Grave Digger or El Toro Loco. This guide covers how to assemble a comfortable driver outfit and add a lightweight, wearable truck frame.

Difficulty: Medium
Time: ~90 min
Budget: $25–75

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Racing Jumpsuit
A black or green long-sleeve racing jumpsuit decorated with sponsor patches and checkered flag details.
DIY: Use a black long-sleeve shirt and matching sweatpants, then fabric-glue checkered ribbon down the sleeves.
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Wearable Cardboard Truck
A lightweight cardboard box painted like Grave Digger with green flames and purple accents, suspended by shoulder straps.
DIY: Cut the top and bottom out of a rectangular cardboard box, paint it black with green flames, and attach suspender straps.
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Driver Helmet
A lightweight plastic racing helmet or a black motorcycle-style youth helmet.
DIY: Use a black bicycle helmet and decorate it with Monster Jam stickers.
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Racing Gloves
Black, fingerless or full-fingered utility gloves to complete the driver aesthetic.
DIY: Use plain black winter knit gloves.
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Checkered Flag
A small hand-held black-and-white checkered flag to wave.
DIY: Draw a grid pattern on white paper with a black marker and tape it to a wooden dowel.
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How to put it together

1
Put on the black racing jumpsuit or your DIY black shirt and pants base.
2
If using a wearable cardboard truck, step inside the box and adjust the shoulder straps so it sits comfortably at waist height.
3
Put on the black sports gloves.
4
Secure the racing helmet or decorated bicycle helmet on your head.
5
Carry the checkered flag or a toy Monster Jam truck as a prop.

Makeup & hair

Keep hair tucked neatly under the helmet. If the helmet is off, style hair in a sporty, messy look or use temporary green hair spray to match the Grave Digger theme.

Monster Jam for couples, groups, kids & more

couples: One person dresses as a Monster Jam driver, and the other dresses as a checkered-flag pit crew member or referee.
group: A crew of drivers representing different trucks: Grave Digger (black/green/purple), El Toro Loco (orange/horns), and Megalodon (blue/shark fins).
kids: This look is highly kids-friendly; use a lightweight cardboard box or a soft plush wearable truck for easy trick-or-treating.
Plus size: Use a comfortable black flight suit or track suit as the base and add iron-on racing patches.
pet: Dress a small dog in a black t-shirt painted with green Grave Digger flames.

Tips

Keep the cardboard truck lightweight so it doesn't get too heavy during trick-or-treating.
Ensure the shoulder straps on the wearable truck are wide and padded to prevent chafing.
Wear comfortable sneakers, as monster truck drivers need good grip and kids will be walking a lot.
Add reflective tape to the cardboard truck for safety and visibility at night.

Monster Jam costume FAQ

How do you make a DIY Grave Digger costume?: Paint a cardboard box black, add green flames and purple headlights using acrylic paint, and attach two purple webbing straps to wear it over the shoulders.
What do Monster Jam drivers wear?: They wear fire-resistant racing suits (jumpsuits) covered in sponsor logos, protective helmets, gloves, and racing shoes.
Is the wearable truck comfortable for trick-or-treating?: Yes, if made from lightweight cardboard or foam and fitted with thick, comfortable shoulder straps that distribute the weight evenly.

Did you know? Grave Digger, created by Dennis Anderson in 1982, originally started as a mud bogger built from a 1951 Chevy panel van before becoming the most famous Monster Jam truck in history.