It’s hard to believe that it has been 25 years since we first watched SpongeBob SquarePants, Squidward, Mr. Krabs and Sandy Cheeks on Nickelodeon. To celebrate the 25th anniversary of the beloved cartoon, head to one of these parties or stage plays that take you straight to Bikini Bottom.
July 19-21
The SpongeBob Musical
Frank J. Cicarell Academy, Elizabeth
The CAU Community Players are a theater troupe of all abilities that promote inclusion through the arts. They will present a weekend of performances of “SpongeBob.”
July 26-28
The Spongebob Musical
Old North Church, Dumont
Blue Fire Theatricals will have you singing and dancing to a musical adapted from the show.
Through August 2
Party Like A Sponge
Nickelodeon Universe, American Dream, East Rutherford
Stop at the giant Pineapple Under the Sea display for a photo op, get a temporary tattoo, go jelly-fishing, look for special guest appearances and surprise dance parties, trivia contests, prizes, a silent disco and more. Key highlights include two live performances by the voice of SpongeBob, Tom Kenny, and his band, The Hi-Seas on August 2; jellyfish dance lessons with TikTok star Edgar Vicenzio on July 19 and 20; and a special TiLT 3D experience where guests pose in a scene with SpongeBob, Patrick and Sandy. You can 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.
August 3
SpongeBob Luau Skate
United Skates of America, Clifton
Dress up as your favorite character or wear a Hawaiian shirt so your pictures will look tropical when you meet SpongeBob after skating.
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