The Least Crowded Day
As a rule, weekday mornings during the school year are the quietest time at Mall of America, and weekends are the busiest. Black Friday weekend brings the largest crowds of the year, and the Parental Escort Policy runs all day then and from 26 to 31 December.
Quietest, as a ruleWeekday mornings in term
Busiest, as a ruleWeekends
PeakBlack Friday weekend
Quiet and busy, as a rule
This is general guidance, not a count. One reviewer who arrived at opening, 10 am Monday to Saturday, found short lines in the morning. The best-time page covers the seasons.
The peak dates
Black Friday weekend and 26 to 31 December. On those dates under-16s need an adult aged 21 or over all day; see the escort policy.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the least busy day at Mall of America?
As a rule, a weekday during the school year, in the morning.
When is Mall of America busiest?
Black Friday weekend brings the largest crowds of the year; weekends are busier than weekdays.
What time does Mall of America open?
Retail hours start at 10 am Monday to Saturday and 11 am on Sunday. See the hours page.