American Dream Will Provide Special Character Appearances This Season
Bridgewater, New Jersey – The Somerset Patriots, the New York Yankees Double-A affiliate, have teamed up with American Dream to bring fans special character appearances to TD Bank Ballpark throughout the 2026 season. The following characters will appear at the ballpark to meet fans on the main concourse during the
Bridgewater, New Jersey – The Somerset Patriots, the New York Yankees Double-A affiliate, have teamed up with American Dream to bring fans special character appearances to TD Bank Ballpark throughout the 2026 season.
The following characters will appear at the ballpark to meet fans on the main concourse during the games:
Wednesday, July 1 at 6:35 pm
SpongeBob SquarePants appearance presented by Nickelodeon Universe at American Dream
Friday, July 10 at 7:05 pm
Mikey of the Ninja Turtles appearance presented by Nickelodeon Universe at American Dream
Sunday, August 2 at 5:05 pm
Shrek appearance presented by DreamWorks Water Park at American Dream
Thursday, August 13 at 6:35 pm
King Julien appearance presented by DreamWorks Water Park at American Dream
Sunday, August 30 at 1:05 pm
Elmo appearance presented by Sesame Street Learn & Play at American Dream
American Dream, located in East Rutherford, is the ultimate destination for family fun, thrills and entertainment near New York City.
MEET & GREET PROCEDURE:
For character meet and greets, the Somerset Patriots use a wristband system. Different color wristbands will be distributed to fans on the main concourse, behind section 202, when gates open to the public one (1) hour before game time. This area is accessed by entering the Main Gate, which is located between the Ticket Office and Team Store. Wristbands are on a first come, first served basis and are limited in quantity while supplies last. Once they receive a wristband, fans can enjoy the game until their wristband color is called over the PA system or shown on the scoreboard. When their color is called fans can get on the meet and greet line. Once fans receive their picture, their wristband will be removed and they can go to their seats to enjoy the game.