Former NY Jets Star Will Greet Fans Tuesday At American Dream

Victor Cruz was at the mall Friday. American Dream and Adidas are also giving away World Cup tickets at select events.

By Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff

Jun 22, 2026 12:36 pm EDT | Updated Jun 22, 2026 2:03 pm EDT

Photos from Friday's event at the mall, where former NY Giants wide receiver Victor Cruz met with fans. (American Dream)

EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ — Here are photos from the event at American Dream Friday, where former NY Giants star wide receiver Victor Cruz did a celebrity guest appearance and met with fans.

The mall had very good attendance for the event, said an American Dream spokesman.

And now on Tuesday, June 23, it's time for the Jets:

The mall will host Jets Fest starting at around 12 p.m. Tuesday. There will be inflatable obstacles, games and giveaways. American Dream will broadcast the England vs. Ghana game on its massive LED screen inside the mall.

A special former NY Jet will appear at around 4 p.m.

The mall, partnering with Adidas, is also giving away World Cup tickets. At Friday's event with Victor Cruz, the mall gave away two tickets to the Germany vs. Ecuador game, which is 4 p.m. this Thursday at MetLife.

Victor Cruz takes questions from fans Friday at American Dream. (American Dream)

The crowd inside the Arena Friday at American Dream. They are broadcasting all World Cup games from the Arena. (American Dream)

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