





Family Fun Centers
American Dream
📍 1 American Dream Wy, East Rutherford, NJ 07073🌐 www.americandream.com/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=gbp_website
🕐 Hours
| Monday | 11 AM–9 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM–8 PM |
About American Dream
Massive shopping & entertainment center. Large indoor complex with shopping & dining options, plus a theme park, a water park & a ski slope. American Dream is the 2nd largest mall in the United States by square footage. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 43,058 visitors.
Quick Facts
- Best For
- all ages
- Food
- food court with Popeyes, Jollibee, Marcus Live dining restaurant, Auntie Annie's Pretzels, Jamba juice
💡 Did You Know?
- American Dream is the 2nd largest mall in the United States by square footage
- The venue features an indoor ski slope called Big Snow, allowing year-round snowboarding in New Jersey
- The Dream Wheel observation wheel takes approximately 30 minutes for a complete rotation and costs $24.50 per adult, offering views of the city
- American Dream opened in 2021-2022 and houses a complex with 3 floors combining a shopping mall, Nickelodeon-themed amusement park, indoor water park, and entertainment venues all under one roof
- The venue hosts major cultural events including an annual Lunar New Year event with live performances and entertainment
💬 What Visitors Say
- Plan for multiple visits or a full day - one day is insufficient to experience everything American Dream has to offer across all three floors of attractions, shopping, and entertainment.
- Arrive early to the third floor food court near the Dream Wheel entrance, as trash cans frequently fill up throughout the day, creating an unpleasant environment during peak hours.
- Many stores throughout American Dream offer discounts - ask staff about available deals when shopping to maximize your savings across clothing brands, luxury stores, and specialty shops.
- Budget approximately $24.50 per adult for the Dream Wheel and plan for a 30-minute experience. Check the event calendar before visiting to catch special themed events like Lunar New Year celebrations.
- Combine activities across all three floors for families - enjoy the indoor water park, amusement park rides, snowboarding, and SEA Life exhibit alongside shopping, specialty stores (Toys R Us, Pop Mart, Bandai Namco), and dining options.
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