LEGO Ideas is set to release the Tintin Space Rocket in 2026, marking Tintin's debut as a LEGO character after nearly 100 years. Inspired by the adventure Destination Moon, the design by Alexis Dos Santos gained 10,000 fan votes. The set's price and piece count remain unknown, but the fan design uses 1,665 elements.
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LEGO Ideas announces massive Godzilla set
LEGO Ideas is set to release an official Godzilla set, inspired by Matthew Esposito's design which garnered 10,000 votes. The set, expected in 2026, will use a significant number of bricks, though the final count remains unknown. Matthew's design journey began during lockdown, motivated by the announcement of the Kong vs. Godzilla movie.
Sir Peter Cook discusses designing the LEGO Play Pavilion
The LEGO Play Pavilion will open in London's Kensington Gardens on June 11, 2025, designed by Sir Peter Cook with the LEGO Group and Serpentine Galleries. It aims to provide creative play opportunities for children and promote the importance of play in everyday life, addressing the decline of play spaces in urban environments.
LEGO ONE PIECE – all of the freebies, promos and extras
LEGO ONE PIECE sets unveiled – the Straw Hat Pirates sail the brick seas
The LEGO Group is launching a new ONE PIECE theme inspired by the Netflix series, featuring seven sets available for pre-order. Release is on August 1. Notable sets include 75639 The Going Merry Pirate Ship and The Baratie Floating Restaurant, with iconic characters and scenes from the series. Each set offers in-depth details and surprises.
LEGO Castle Krakens, Griffins, Pirates and Space now in Minifigure Factory
LEGO Minifigure Factory has added new Castle factions, Kraken and Griffin, introduced in the 21358 Minifigure Vending Machine, priced at £149.99 / $179.99 / €169.99. The set celebrates vintage themes including Fabuland and Space, while the Minifigure Factory offers custom torsos and logos for these factions alongside classic designs, enhancing the collection.
Make your own modern LEGO Fabuland and Paradisa minifigures
LEGO Minifigure Factory has introduced new torso designs themed around Fabuland and Paradisa to coincide with the launch of the 21358 Minifigure Vending Machine. This set features retro minifigures, and the updated service allows fans to customize their torsos using classic motifs, enhancing the collectible experience with added nostalgic elements.
LEGO Icons reveals 10351 Sherlock Holmes: Book Nook for June release
LEGO is launching 10351 Sherlock Holmes: Book Nook on June 1, featuring a unique miniature world for book lovers. Comprising 1,359 pieces and priced at £109.99 / $129.99 / €129.99, the set includes intricate details like Sherlock’s apartment and various hidden clues, crafted by designer Antica Bracanov and her colleagues.
Star Wars: The Mandalorian takes the cover of Blocks – the LEGO magazine for fans – Issue 126
Issue 126 of the monthly LEGO magazine for fans features Baby Yoda, also known as Grogu, on the cover and includes reviews of new Star Wars sets, tips for builds, and an epic project based on Moff Gideon’s lair. Subscribers can win a Grogu with Hover Pram and benefit from frozen subscription prices.
Back to the beginning in LEGO 10354 The Lord of the Rings: The Shire
LEGO Icons 10354 The Lord of the Rings: The Shire will be available on April 2, featuring 2,017 pieces and retailing at £229.99 / $269.99. Exclusive minifigures include Bilbo and Frodo, alongside others, in a detailed depiction of Bilbo's 111st birthday celebration. Pre-orders before April 8 come with a free additional set.