New Jersey Stage logo
New Jersey Stage Menu


American Dream wants you to "Party Like a Sponge" in celebration of SpongeBob Squarepants' 25th Anniversary

originally published: 07/14/2024

(EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ) -- American Dream invites everyone to come Party Like a Sponge in celebration of SpongeBob SquarePants' 25th Anniversary, now through August 2, 2024. Guests will be immersed in a world of SpongeBob activities as a portion of the largest indoor theme park in the Western Hemisphere transforms into Bikini Bottom.

“What makes American Dream unique is our ability to connect guests with their favorite characters, and none is more beloved than Nickelodeon’s SpongeBob,” said Bryan Gaus, Senior Vice President and General Manager of American Dream. “We welcome everyone to join us in celebrating the world’s most positive and joyful sponge and all he’s meant to kids and families over the past 25 years.”

American Dream is throwing a 25-day party packed with non-stop SpongeBob activities.  Guests can stop at the giant Pineapple Under the Sea display for the perfect photo op, enjoy temporary tattoos, jelly-fishing, special guest appearances and surprise dance parties, trivia contests, prizes, a silent disco and so much more!

Key highlights include: Two live performances by the voice of SpongeBob, Tom Kenny, and his band, The Hi-Seas on August 2nd, Jellyfish dance lessons with TikTok star Edgar Vicenzio on July 19th and 20th, and a special TiLT 3D experience where guests pose in a scene with SpongeBob, Patrick and Sandy.

Guests can also get special 25% off discounts on Name Day (July 17) by answering the question, “How SpongeBob Are You?” and showing us if your name is Bob, Patrick, Sandy, Gary or Eugene; on Character Day (July 24), by dressing up as a Bikini Bottom character; and on Yellow Day (July 31) by wearing the color yellow.




Please support the advertisers at New Jersey Stage!
Want info on how to advertise? Click here



Come “Party Like a Sponge” and join American Dream in celebrating SpongeBob SquarePants’ 25th anniversary.  It’s going to be The Best 25 Days Ever!

For more information on event schedules and ticket purchases, click here.

American Dream, developed by Triple Five Group, is an unparalleled mix of world-class entertainment, retail and dining, comprising more than 3-million square feet just minutes away from New York City in East Rutherford, New Jersey. American Dream is home to leading attractions, including DreamWorks Water Park, Nickelodeon Universe Theme Park, THE GAMEROOM Powered by Hasbro, New Jersey Hall of Fame, LEGOLAND Discovery Center, SEA LIFE Aquarium, Big SNOW Ski Hill, Dream Wheel – a 300-foot observation wheel overlooking the NYC skyline. Additionally, Sesame Street Learn & Play, will debut later this year. American Dream's immersive luxury shopping and dining experience – The Avenue – features Saks Fifth Avenue, Hermès, Rolex, Cartier, Watches of Switzerland, Saint Laurent, Tiffany & Co., Gucci, Balenciaga, Dolce & Gabbana, Ferrari, Gentle Monster, Canada Goose, Carpaccio, a fine-dining Italian restaurant, and much more. The retail and dining collection is further expanded with flagship locations for Aritzia, H&M, PRIMARK, Uniqlo, Sephora and Zara; as well as the Toys"R"Us global flagship, the only standalone location in the U.S, the first-ever MrBeast Burger restaurant, world renowned chef Marcus Samuelsson’s Marcus Live! and the world's first and only "candy department store," IT’SUGAR. 




Please support the advertisers at New Jersey Stage!
Want info on how to advertise? Click here


FEATURED EVENTS

To narrow results by date range, categories,
or region of New Jersey
click here for our advanced search.


Theresa

Theresa Caputo

Friday, February 14, 2025 @ 7:30pm
Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC)
30 North Van Brunt Street, Englewood, NJ 07631
category: community


 

MAC’S

MAC’S Art of Chili Cook-Off Fundraiser

Sunday, February 16, 2025 @ 12:00pm
Middletown Arts Center
36 Church Street, Middletown, NJ 07748
category: community


 

Theresa

Theresa Caputo Live: The Experience

Thursday, February 20, 2025 @ 7:30pm
State Theatre New Jersey
15 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick, NJ 08901
category: community


 

Theresa

Theresa Caputo Live: The Experience

Thursday, February 20, 2025 @ 7:30pm
State Theatre New Jersey
15 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick, NJ 08901
category: community


 

Miss

Miss Grand New Jersey

Sunday, February 23, 2025 @ 5:00pm
Hamilton Stage at Union County Performing Arts Center (UCPAC)
360 Hamilton Avenue, Rahway, NJ 07065
category: community


 



Advertise with NJ Stage for $50-$100 per month, click here for info





 

EVENT PREVIEWS

Garden

Garden State Wineries Host Wine & Chocolate Trail Weekend

(HADDONFIELD, NJ) -- Garden State Wine Growers Association – a coalition of 60+ New Jersey wineries and vineyards supporting the Garden State's wine industry through information, resources, and advocacy – is hosting a weekend of Valentine's Day themed events all centered around wine and chocolate.



Timbuctoo:

Timbuctoo: NJ's Free Black Community Before the Civil War

(MONMOUTH JUNCTION, NJ) -- On Saturday, February 15, 2025 at 2:00pm, Historian Guy Weston will be presenting Timbuctoo: NJ's Free Black Community Before the Civil War at the South Brunswick Senior Center. Timbuctoo was settled in 1826 by formerly enslaved and free Black people with the assistance of Quakers. Most Timbuctoo residents owned their land, and the community established their own school and an AME Zion Church.



Darkside

Darkside New Jersey Art & Oddities Expo Brings: "Til Death Do Us Part" Night Alt-Market on Saturday

(BENSALEM, PA) -- Love is in the air… but so is the scent of darkness. On Saturday, February 15, 2025 the New Jersey Punk Rock Flea Market and Darkside Art & Oddities Expo present "Til Death Do Us Part," a Valentine’s Day-themed night market that blends romance with the macabre. The event takes place at Broken Goblet Brewing in Bensalem, PA.



State

State Theatre New Jersey presents A Night in Lights Benefit Gala

(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey will host A Night in Lights: State Theatre New Jersey Benefit Gala on Saturday, June 7, 2025. Proceeds from the gala directly support its mission to provide transformative arts education programs, affordable ticketing initiatives, and community outreach efforts that bring the joy of live entertainment to everyone, regardless of their circumstances. Held at the historic State Theatre, the evening includes dinner, dancing, a silent auction, and an intimate performance by Tony® Award-winning Broadway star Kelli O'Hara.



Presidents'

Presidents' Day Weekend in Cape May features dozens of tours, activities, events

(CAPE MAY, NJ) -- Presidents' Day Weekend, February 14-17, 2025, includes Valentine's Day this year, and there's a surprising array of things to enjoy in Cape May with tours, activities and events presented by Cape May MAC (Museums+Arts+Culture). The organization's main mission is promoting the preservation, interpretation, and cultural enrichment of the Cape May region for its residents and visitors. Cape May County residents: this holiday weekend is a good time to explore your hometown.