About This Deal

Big SNOW American Dream offers the most affordable path to real indoor skiing near NYC — packages start at $26.99 for SNOW Play & tubing and go up to $71.99 for a full SNOW Day bundle (equipment + outerwear + slope access), saving you up to 37% vs. buying direct. That's a full ski day for the price of a Manhattan dinner.

Located inside American Dream in East Rutherford, NJ — 30 minutes from Midtown by car, accessible by NJ Transit and NY Waterway Ferry — this is North America's first and only indoor real-snow ski resort, open 365 days a year at a constant 28°F. The SNOW Day Package bundles everything a first-timer needs: ski or snowboard rental, jacket, pants, helmet, and 2-hour slope access — no gear anxiety, no rental counter confusion.

Rated 4.4★ on Google Maps across 5,000+ reviews. Great for couples, families, solo first-timers, and off-season training for experienced riders. No advance ski experience required — 50–60% of visitors are first-timers. Tickets must be purchased in advance; no walk-up entry.

What You Get

🛷 SNOW Play & Tubing Package – For One Person (Ages 3+)

Best for families with young children and anyone wanting a fun, low-commitment snow introduction. The SNOW Play area features a carpet lift and a tubing run — accessible, social, and a genuine hit with kids ages 3–9.

• 1½ hours of SNOW Play area + tubing hill access

• Carpet lift included

• Admission ticket + snow tube + outerwear (jacket & pants) included

• Complimentary locker use

• Not included: boots, gloves (available for purchase on-site)

• Valid for ages 3 and up, any day

⛷️ Two-Hour Slope Access Ticket – For One Person (Ages 7+)

Ideal for guests who already own their own gear or prefer to rent equipment separately. Full access to all three named runs and the Terrain Based Learning™ areas for 2 continuous hours.

• 2-hour slope access (Lil' Dipper, Switchback, Northern Lights)

• Access to Terrain Based Learning™ skill areas

• Quad chairlift + magic carpet included

• Not included: rental equipment or outerwear — bring your own or add rental on-site

• Valid for ages 7 and up, any day

🎿 SNOW Day Package – Full Equipment & Gear for One (Ages 7+)

The all-in option — everything a first-timer needs bundled together. No pre-owned gear required. Most popular package (1,000+ sold through Groupon).

• 2-hour slope access ticket

• Ski or snowboard equipment rental

• Outerwear rental: jacket + pants

• Helmet rental (legally required under 18 in NJ)

• Access to Terrain Based Learning™ skill areas + dedicated instructors

• Not included: boots, gloves (approx. $12 for gloves on-site)

• Valid for ages 7 and up, any day

📍 Access & Booking East Rutherford, NJ · 30 min from Manhattan · NJ Transit + Ferry accessible · Advance online reservation required — no walk-up entry

⭐ Customer Ratings 4.4★ Google Maps · 5,000+ reviews · Staff consistently praised for patience with beginners · Groupon Buyer Guarantee on all purchases

Why It's Worth It

💰 Up to 37% Off vs. Buying Direct

SNOW Play packages start at $26.99 (vs. $42.90 walk-in). Full SNOW Day bundles at $71.99 (vs. $106.03 direct). Save $34 per person on the most popular package — that's a free lunch at the food court.

🗺️ 30 Minutes from Manhattan, No Mountain Drive

Located at American Dream mall, East Rutherford, NJ — reachable by NJ Transit (routes 355/356 from Port Authority), NY Waterway Ferry from W39th St, Lyft, or car. Parking validated from $5/day. No 3-hour mountain commute.

🎿 First Turns on Day One — For Real

The award-winning Terrain Based Learning™ (TBL) system uses 5 progressive terrain features to build confidence naturally. 50–60% of Big SNOW visitors are first-timers. Staff are consistently rated for patience and encouragement.

☀️ Real Snow in July — 365 Days a Year

The dome maintains a constant 28°F with freshly groomed snow every single day — no weather cancellations, no icy patches, no brown spots. Skiing in August in New Jersey is inherently remarkable.

⛰️ 3 Named Runs + 4 Lifts on 4 Acres

Lil' Dipper (beginner), Switchback (intermediate), Northern Lights (advanced). 160-foot vertical, 1,000-ft runs, max pitch 26°. Plus a magic carpet, poma lift, and quad chairlift. Compact but complete.

👨‍👩‍👧 Tubing from Age 3, Skiing from Age 7

Little ones join the SNOW Play area (carpet lift, tubing, snow play) from age 3. Slope access and ski/snowboard packages from age 7. Helmets included and legally required for under-18 in NJ. Lockers complimentary for all ticketed guests.

How It Works

1

Purchase Your Groupon Voucher

Select your package (SNOW Play, Slope Access, or SNOW Day) and complete your Groupon purchase. You'll receive a voucher code by email.

2

Complete Your Reservation Online

Follow the instructions in your Groupon confirmation to book your session on the Big SNOW website. Create a Big SNOW account and fill out the safety waiver in advance to speed up check-in.

3

Arrive at Big SNOW, American Dream

Head to Big SNOW at 1 American Dream Way, East Rutherford, NJ. Arrive 15–20 minutes early. Present your Groupon voucher at check-in to redeem your session.

4

Gear Up and Hit the Snow

Collect your rental equipment at the gear counter (included in SNOW Play and SNOW Day packages), stow your belongings in a complimentary locker, and head to the slope. Your session time begins when you enter the snow area.

What Buyers Say

★★★★★

"This Groupon helped make this experience a bit more affordable and as a first-time skier I appreciated that I could try the slopes with everything provided from equipment to snow pants! They provided lockers to store everything and I was able to use the Groupon without issue!"

Groupon Verified Buyer

✓ Groupon

★★★★★

"Great experience, snow was well groomed. It's the perfect place to bring someone to cut their teeth on snowboarding."

Groupon Verified Buyer

✓ Groupon

★★★★☆

"The instructors were patient, encouraging, and really focused on building confidence step by step."

Dartion N.

✓ Google Maps

★★★★★

"There was nobody there! The lines were so short and we just kept doing more and more runs. There was such nice staff there too!"

Dean F.

✓ TripAdvisor · Oct 2025

4.4★ on Google Maps (5,000+ reviews) · Reviews sourced from Groupon buyers and verified external platforms.

Before You Buy

• Online redemption required — after purchase, you'll receive instructions to book your session on the Big SNOW website. No walk-up entry is available. Book your date before heading out.

• All visits must be completed by September 30, 2026. Vouchers have no value after expiration and are non-refundable per merchant policy.

• Rental gear inclusions vary by package: SNOW Play includes outerwear (jacket + pants) and a snowtube. SNOW Day includes ski/snowboard equipment, outerwear, and helmet. Boots and gloves are NOT included in any package — bring your own or purchase on-site (approx. $12 for gloves).

• Weekends and holiday periods fill quickly — redeem your voucher on a weekday for shorter lines, better gear availability, and a less crowded slope. Helmet required for all guests under 18 (NJ law) — included in SNOW Day and SNOW Play packages.