Summer at Mall of America® brings "The Great Indoors" to life with prizes, nostalgia, family fun, and free events
BLOOMINGTON, MN — June 4, 2026
Adventures, prizes, and fun await this summer at Mall of America® with the launch of “The Great Indoors.” Guests can enjoy 128 air-conditioned acres packed with shopping, entertainment, attractions, and exclusive summer experiences while beating the heat, and the bugs. This summer’s lineup features the return of Mystery Cards featuring new prizes that will help your summer budget, nostalgic experiences at Nickelodeon Universe®, curated itineraries designed by MOA® experts, and a season-long calendar full of free events and family fun.
Mystery Prizes offer guests a chance to win gas and grocery gift cards
Mystery Prizes presented by Pepsi return this summer with thousands of prizes and exciting new ways to play. Guests can play in two ways: receive a physical Mystery Prize Card at select off-site events throughout the summer, while all Insiders members can participate daily through the Mall of America Insiders app, giving everyone a chance to win, even without a physical card.
To play, guests simply go to the redemption kiosk located near the Level 1 escalator outside Macy’s. Every participant is guaranteed a prize, with values ranging from $5 – $1,499. All prizes are delivered through the MOA app. Guests are limited to one play per day, and Insiders members can play daily from June 3 – August 31.
New this year, Mall of America is helping guests offset everyday expenses with gas and grocery gift card giveaways. Through the Mystery Cards experience, MOA will award 500 Circle K gift cards and 500 Cub gift cards, including $500 grand-prize gift cards from each retailer. With more ways to win than ever before, the enhanced promotion adds even more excitement to a favorite MOA summer tradition.
For more information, visit mallofamerica.com/mystery.
Nickelodeon Universe Summer Rewind
Nickelodeon Universe is turning back the clock with a celebration of beloved ‘90s and early 2000s Nickelodeon favorites. Following the overwhelming popularity of nostalgic character appearances during spring break, the park is fully embracing retro Nickelodeon fun through themed décor, entertainment, and interactive experiences. Throughout the summer, guests can meet iconic characters from Rugrats, Jimmy Neutron, The Fairly OddParents, and Hey Arnold. Stay tuned for scheduled appearances and surprise experiences planned throughout the season.
New this summer, Nickelodeon Universe will introduce a PAW Patrol character experience, an exclusive ticketed event where fans can enjoy sips and snacks alongside their favorite pups while learning the Pup Pup Boogie. Hosted at Nickelodeon Universe in the pink building next to LEGO, the experience includes character meet-and-greets, themed merchandise, and interactive entertainment. Fans will also have the chance to meet Everest, making her a new addition to the character lineup. Tickets are $19.99, with the option to add on a 3-hour Nickelodeon Universe Wristband for $14.99.
For more information, visit nickelodeonuniverse.com/summer.
DRIPS by Pepsi® launches at Mall of America
This summer, DRIPS by Pepsi is making its debut in Minnesota at Mall of America. The lineup of chef-created, handcrafted beverages features added mix-ins, vibrant toppings, and bold flavor combinations for a creative twist on fan-favorite drinks. Available at Coaster Café beginning the week of June 15 and at GRUB starting in July, guests can choose from five unique creations, including the all-new STARRY® Electric Lagoon, debuting first at Mall of America, alongside PEPSI® Forever S'mores, STARRY® Dragon Fruit Blast, Mountain Dew® Chili Sunset, and Tropicana® Rainbow Splash Lemonade.
Itineraries (Things to Do) built by MOA experts
Mall of America is launching a series of curated itineraries designed by MOA experts to help guests make the most of their visit, whether they’re staying a few hours or several days. Created in collaboration with MOA team members and passionate fans, the itineraries feature insider recommendations tailored to families, adults, and different travel styles, with half-day, full-day, and multi-day options highlighting attractions, dining, shopping, and hidden gems across the 5.6-million-square-foot destination. Guests are also encouraged to download the official Mall of America app for easy navigation, attraction details, and the latest event information.
For more information, visit mallofamerica.com/itineraries.
Free summer events and pop-up experiences
Mall of America is bringing even more free fun to summer with immersive activations, seasonal pop-ups, and can’t miss events happening throughout the property all season long.
Summer Shopping Opener
Mall of America invites guests to celebrate the start of summer during the Summer Shopping Opener on Saturday, June 6, from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. in Huntington® Bank Rotunda. The event will feature a live DJ, personalized shopping tote screen-printing, a photo opportunity with SpongeBob SquarePants, snacks and refreshments from Pepsi, Cinnabon, and Nespresso, along with a chance to win a $500 Mall of America gift card. Guests can also enjoy a special activation from Supergoop!, including a branded truck, mini golf, sunscreen giveaways, and more. The Supergoop! experience will continue beyond the event, running Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. in the Rotunda.
The Artful Arches Pop-Up Experiences
Throughout the summer, guests can also explore pop-up experiences within The Artful Arches installation located in the North Atrium. Created in partnership with Fraser and Artistry Theater & Visual Arts, the limited-time installation blends creativity, accessibility, and community engagement through immersive art designed to encourage exploration and connection. The experience includes an interactive “Eye-Spy at the Arches” activity where guests can discover textures, shapes, and movement throughout the installation for a chance to win monthly prizes including Nickelodeon Universe wristbands, Artistry tickets, and Fraser sensory kits. Additional seasonal programming and activations within the space will continue throughout the summer.
Additional summer events at Mall of America include:
· Special Olympics Games Fan Zone | June 20 – 26
· National Hot Dog Day | July 15
· Ryde the Ryan Coaster | July 24
· F1RST Wrestling Friday Night Nitro | July 31
· Pandafest | July 31 - August 2
· CypherRotunda Street Dance Battle | August 8
· MOA’s 34th Birthday Celebration | August 11
For more information, visit Mall of America® Events | Concerts, Weekend Events & More.
More announcements, experiences, and surprise activations will continue rolling out throughout the season as Mall of America invites guests to explore “The Great Indoors” all summer long.
For more information about summer at MOA, visit mallofamerica.com/summer.
ABOUT MALL OF AMERICA
At 5.6 million square feet, Mall of America is the largest shopping and entertainment complex in North America with up to 500 world-class retail stores and restaurants; Nickelodeon Universe, a 7-acre indoor theme park; SEA LIFE Minnesota Aquarium; FlyOver America; Crayola Experience; and more. The Mall opened in 1992 and is located in Bloomington, Minn., minutes from downtown Minneapolis and St. Paul and adjacent to MSP International Airport. Follow Mall of America on Facebook, Instagram, X, and TikTok. Listen to So Much More – a Mall of America podcast, on all major platforms or watch on YouTube. Download the Mall of America app from the App Store for iOS or Google Play for Android.
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