---
title: Nickelodeon Universe at American Dream
slug: nickelodeon-universe-at-american-dream
type: attraction
sub_type: amusement parks
source_url: https://www.tripster.com/detail/nickelodeon-universe-at-american-dream
city: East Rutherford
state: NJ
country: US
address: 1 American Dream Wy
geo:
  lat: 40.80684
  lng: -74.07081
duration: up to 10 hrs
cancellation_policy: All sales are final. No cancellations or changes.
extracted_at: 2026-06-16T20:32:19.738Z
price_from:
  amount: 59
  currency: USD
  unit: per_adult
availability: InStock
rating:
  value: 3
  count: 296
  scale: 5
ticket_options:
  - group: Other Options
    options:
      - name: All-Access Pass Non-Peak Dates
        price: 55.53
        regular_price: 59
        savings: 3.47
        ticket_types:
          - name: All Ages (3+ yrs)
            min_age: 3
      - name: All-Access Pass Peak Dates
        price: 64.94
        regular_price: 69
        savings: 4.06
        ticket_types:
          - name: All Ages (3+ yrs)
            min_age: 3
---
## Overview
Experience thrills and adventure at Nickelodeon Universe, the biggest indoor theme park in the Western Hemisphere! Located at the American Dream, enjoy about 30 rides and attractions, and meet your favorite Nickelodeon characters.

## What's Included
- Admission to Nickelodeon Universe indoor theme park with access to approximately 30 rides and attractions inspired by Nickelodeon shows.

## What's Not Included
- No outside food or beverages allowed inside the parks.

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## Ticket Options

- **All-Access Pass Non-Peak Dates** — $55.53 (regularly $59.00, save $3.47)
  Valid for use any one weekday. Come play with your Nickelodeon friends inside the nation’s biggest indoor theme park. Nickelodeon Universe has one-of-a-kind rides, attractions, and experiences for kids of all ages.
  - All Ages (3+ yrs)
- **All-Access Pass Peak Dates** — $64.94 (regularly $69.00, save $4.06)
  Come play with your Nickelodeon pals inside the largest indoor theme park in the country. For children of all ages, Nickelodeon Universe offers unique rides, attractions, and experiences.
  - All Ages (3+ yrs)

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## Good to Know
* Western hemisphere's largest indoor theme park, you can enjoy rain or shine!
* Children ages two (2) and below can enjoy the park for free.
* Riders ages 13 and under must be accompanied by a supervising companion ages 14 and up.
* Enjoy about 30 rides and attractions inspired by your favorite shows. Subject to availability and maintenance closures.
* Rides are split into three categories: thrills, family-friendly and just-for-tots. Rider restrictions such as age, height and weight apply.
* Shirts and shoes are required inside the theme park. Please dress appropriately.
* No loose items are allowed on the rides. Locker rentals available onsite.
* No outside food or beverages allowed inside the parks.
* Guests may bring in one non-glass water bottle per person.
* Personal bags and backpacks are permitted but subject to search; prohibited items include weapons, masks that cover the face, glass bottles, and selfie sticks.
* Medical devices such as asthma inhalers and EpiPens are permitted.
* Meet & greets with Nickelodeon characters take place on special events and occasions.
* Pets are not permitted. Service animals (dogs and miniature horses) are welcome with appropriate supervision.
* Smoking and vaping are prohibited.
* No loose articles allowed on rides; single-use lockers are available for $10 rental fee.
* Proper dress code required: shirts and shoes mandatory, bathing suits not permitted.
* Cameras allowed for private use only; no picture taking on rides; selfie sticks not permitted.
* Nickelodeon Universe provides accommodations for guests with disabilities; guest services available inside the park.
* Re-entry to the park is permitted.
* All guests entering the park must have a ticket, including chaperones and parents accompanying guests.

## Cancellation Policy
[No cancellation policy information was provided in the source.]

## FAQs

### What are the Nickelodeon Universe hours at American Dream?
Operating hours vary throughout the year. Please see the operating calendar above when selecting your tickets for operating hours during your selected date range.

### How many rides are at Nickelodeon Universe?
Nickelodeon Universe has about 30 rides and attractions. Subject to availability and maintenance closures.

### What rides are at Nickelodeon Universe Theme Park at American Dream?
Nickelodeon Universe Theme Park offers thrill rides (The Shellraiser, Skyline Scream, etc.), family-friendly rides (Spongebob's Jellyfish Jam, Nickelodeon Slime Streak, etc.), and just-for-tots rides (Pup Pup & Away, Dora's Sky Railway, etc.).

### May I leave and re-enter the park without a charge?
There is re-entry for Nickelodeon Universe Theme Park. 

### Do I need a pass if I’m not riding any rides?
All guests that enter Nickelodeon Universe need to have a ticket including chaperones and parents that are accompanying guests.

### Are there height requirements or age requirements for rides at Nickelodeon Universe?
Children ages 13 and below must be accompanied by a supervising companion at least 14 years old. All rides have posted age, weight and height restrictions at the entry to the queue line.

### Can I bring my own food into Nickelodeon Universe?
Outside food and beverages are not permitted in Nickelodeon Universe. Exceptions are made for baby food and formula and for guests with special dietary needs, including food allergies.

### Can I bring in water containers?
Guests may bring in one non-glass water bottle per person.

### Will there be character meet & greets?
Meet & greets with guests’ favorite Nickelodeon characters take place on special events and occasions.

### Can I bring a bag or backpack into Nickelodeon Universe?
Personal bags and backpacks are permitted but subject to search. Certain items such as weapons, masks that cover the face, glass bottles, and selfie sticks are not allowed.

### Can I bring in my asthma inhaler and EpiPen?
Medical devices are permitted. Loose articles may not be brought onto rides; medical devices must not interfere with ride restraints.

### Does Nickelodeon Universe provide restrictions and advisories for attractions?
All rides have posted restrictions at queue line entries. Guests are advised to reference these signs before riding.

### Will there be accommodations for guests with disabilities?
Yes. Guests with disabilities should visit Guest Services inside the park for assistance.

### Is there a first-aid station at Nickelodeon Universe?
Yes, located within the park.

### Are pets permitted in Nickelodeon Universe?
No, except for service animals (dogs and miniature horses) which must be under control at all times.

### What is Nickelodeon Universe’s policy on line jumping?
Line jumping is not permitted and can result in ejection from the park.

### Does Nickelodeon Universe have a dress code?
Shirts and shoes are required. Graphics and language on clothing must be appropriate. Bathing suits are not permitted.

### Are cameras allowed in Nickelodeon Universe?
Yes, for private use only. Photography on rides is prohibited. Selfie sticks are banned.

### Am I allowed to smoke in Nickelodeon Universe?
No, smoking and vaping are prohibited.

### What articles can I bring with me on the rides?
No loose articles allowed on rides. Single-use lockers are available for $10 fee.

### Are lockers available at Nickelodeon Universe?
Yes, next to Guest Services by the entry escalators.

## Reviews
> "Everything was fun."
> — aliyanan2026, June 04, 2026

> "Excelente"
> — 629angelym, June 04, 2026

> "Ride stopped working horrible"
> — Experience649948, May 26, 2026

> "AWFUL"
> — V8979UQalyssah, May 25, 2026

> "Memorial Day Weekend -American Dream"
> — 751demetriaw, May 24, 2026