American Dream: Here’s a full list of rides open at Nickelodeon Universe (2024)

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- Seventeen years in the making, the long-awaited opening of American Dream mall -- which was funded with more than $1 billion in New Jersey taxpayers dollars -- took place Friday morning, welcoming crowds of millennials, families and media to select areas of the 3-million-square-foot lifestyle center in East Rutherford, N.J.

There was doubt the long-awaited American Dream Mall would open Friday because it was lacking a certificate of occupancy Thursday, according to NJ.com. But American Dream reportedly got state approval to open later in the day.

On its first day, American Dream included a “pumpkin patch" area near the open attractions, which allowed guests to pick and design their own pumpkin. Haystacks painted with characters from SpongeBob SquarePants, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and Blue’s Clues led crowds to Nickelodeon Universe, located next to Make a Splash DreamWorks Water Park, which is set to open Nov. 27.

Tickets are completely sold out for this weekend.

If you plan to take a trip in the future, here’s a list of Nickelodeon Universe rides and attractions:

• Aang’s Air Gliders - Hold on tight as you soar and spin like an Airbender. After your flight you can snap a photo with Appa, Aang’s sky bison.
• Blaze’s Monster Truck Rally - Rev up and roll out with Blaze and his friends for an epic race in the Monster Dome.
• Blue’s Skidoo - Blue Skidoo, you can too! Make Blue and Magenta soar up, down, and all around. Then, sit down in the Thinking Chair with a little help from your good friend Blue.
• Dora’s Sky Railway - ¡Todos a bordo. Join Dora for a trip aboard her little blue train friend, Azul. First, a hot air balloon floats you up to the rail station in the clouds. Then you’ll board Azul for a sky-high journey featuring scenic views of the park from the elevated tracks.
• Timmy’s Half Pipe Havoc - Take a not-so-ordinary spin on the halfpipe with Timmy, Cosmo and Wanda. This giant skateboard ride provides the ultimate in airtime.
• Fairly OddAirways - When Timmy wishes to become a pilot, you get to go along for the ride. With the wave of a wand, you’re ready for takeoff. This thrilling flight through the clouds is a wish come true for the whole family.
• Invader Zim’s Flip & Spin... OF DOOM. - You’ve been recruited to battle aboard planet Irk’s latest militarized spacecraft. Aid in Zim’s invasion as you flip, spin, and bump into unsuspecting humans.
• Jimmy Neutron’s Atom Smasher - Jimmy Neutron needs your help to supercharge his latest invention. You control the level of thrill from gentle cruise to a topsy-turvy tumble … all in the name of science!
• Legends of the Hidden Temple Challenge - Olmec challenges all to scale to breathtaking heights in the world’s tallest adventure ropes course.
• Nickelodeon Skyline Scream - The spectacular Skyline Scream is the world’s tallest indoor spinning drop tower. It’s a scenic, scream-filled thrill ride with mesmerizing views of Manhattan.
• Nickelodeon Slime Streak - As this coaster streaks along a twisting, turning track through Nickelodeon Universe, it leaves nothing but a Slime streak of screams in its wake.
• PAW Patrol Adventure Bay - Get on a roll with the PAW Patrol. The slides, climb structures and rescue-play activities in Adventure Bay are specially designed for the younger pups.
• Pup Pup & Away - Join Marshall and the gang on a PAWsome Ferris wheel that’s an adventure for the whole family.
• Ren & Stimpy’s Space Madness - Join Commander Hoëk and Cadet Stimpy on a 36-year mission to the Crab Nebula.
• Rugrats Reptar Go-Round - Hop on Reptar’s back or take a spin in a giant sippy cup on this double-decker, all-ages merry-go-round.
• Shimmer & Shine Jumping Genies - Climb onto your very own magic carpet as you take a genie-rific ride through the skies of Zahramay Falls.
• SpongeBob’s Jellyfish Jam - Whirl and swirl through Jellyfish Fields in this thrilling family swing ride.
• Bikini Bottom Crosstown Express - Board the Crosstown Express Bus to go spinning and reeling through the streets of Bikini Bottom.
• Sandy’s Blasting Bronco - Yeehaw! Sandy, our favorite Texan squirrel, and mechanic Patrick have built an out-of-control coaster contraption.
• The Shellraiser (world’s steepest roller coaster) - Help the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles battle the villainous Shredder. First snap a pic with the Turtles in the Shellraiser, then prepare to LAUNCH onto the streets of New York City. This coaster holds the record for the world’s steepest drop.
• Kraang Prime Pandemonium! - Kraang Prime has the innocent citizens of New York in her clutches.
• The Shredder (world’s tallest and longest spinning coaster) - Join the Foot Clan as Shredder leads a massive attack against the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. You’ll hang on for dear life aboard the world’s tallest and longest free-spinning coaster traversing hairpin turns, plummeting spirals and speeding spins.

THEME PARK ADMISSION

The Thrills & Chills Nickelodeon Universe Theme Park offers two types of tickets.

An All Access Ticket for individuals who are 48 inches or taller and seeking the most thrilling experience is $49.99. A General Access Ticket, recommended for individuals under 48 inches who choose to not experience the most thrilling rides, is $39.99. Children who are 2 years old and younger are free.

Tickets for the opening weekend are sold out.

The theme park is expected to be open from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and 10 a.m. to midnight on Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

PARKING PRICES

Parking prices will vary based on the amount of time spent at the mall. Here’s a look at the rates:

• 0-29 minutes: Free
• 30 minutes - 3 hours: $3
• Up to 4 hours and 59 minutes: $4
• Up to 6 hours and 59 minutes: $5
• Up to 7 hours and 59 minutes: $6
• 8+ hours: $24 (maximum all-day rate applies)

COMING SOON TO AMERICAN DREAM

There is more to American Dream than the opening day attractions.

Make a Splash DreamWorks Water Park will include Madagascar’s Rain Forest, Shrek’s Swamp and the Kung Fu Panda Zone in what has been touted as North America’s largest indoor water park.

Big SNOW is scheduled to open Dec. 5. The indoor real-snow park will feature a bunny hill for beginners and black diamond trails for experts. Private lessons, coaching and kids’ camps are only a few of many activities available.

March 2020 will mark the debut of more than 350 retailers, including luxury brands like Hermès, Dolce & Gabbana, Saint Laurent and Moncler. The mall will also feature iconic American specialty retailers Saks Fifth Avenue and Tiffany & Co. In addition, there will be a host of fashion favorites, such as Zara, H&M, Uniqlo and Primark. The mall will also feature more than 100 dining destinations.

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