You will do this with the help of Luna, a tapir NPC.

She will essentially be a dream guide of sorts to you.

verify you have a bed set up somewhere in your home.

Animal Crossing: New Horizons dreaming press screenshot

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Approach your bed and push forward on the control stick to lie down on it.

A prompt asking, “Should I get some sleep?”

Then, select “I’m ready!”

Animal Crossing: New Horizons dreaming press screenshot

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Luna will then give you a 12-digit Dream Address that you might share with friends or in public.

Your Dream Address will also be visible on your Passport and your island’s map.

You may refresh your dream island once a day.

you might also ask Luna to delete your dream.

Then, select “Yes, I am ready!”

to connect to the internet.

Your bed will then appear in the middle of the town plaza of this dream island.

Your inventory will be empty, but you’ll retrieve your items once you wake up.

You will be free to explore the island, although you cannot make physical changes to the island.

Instead, you’re able to explore the space and talk to villagers.

If you see any inappropriate content, press the button to send a report and wake up your villager.