DreamWorks Water Park

DreamWorks Water Park is the largest indoor waterpark in the United States, occupying 8.5 acres across six stories within the American Dream complex at the Meadowlands Sports Complex in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Opened in October 2020, it is themed around DreamWorks Animation franchises including Shrek, Kung Fu Panda, Madagascar, Trolls, and How to Train Your Dragon, with character meet-and-greet opportunities throughout. The park maintains a year-round tropical temperature of 81 degrees Fahrenheit. Major attractions include Thrillagascar and Jungle Jammer — the world’s tallest trapdoor capsule slides — DreamWorks Dream Runner, the world’s longest hydromagnetic water coaster, and a 1.5-acre indoor wave pool described as the world’s largest. The KungFu Panda Temple of Awesomeness multi-level play structure features the largest indoor tipping bucket in the world. The park features 31 luxury private cabanas and multiple dining options. Open daily and reachable from Manhattan by NJ Transit bus from Port Authority. The official American Dream website confirms active year-round operations with ticket sales ongoing.