Last year's Valentine's Day saw LEGO sets featuring love bears and Tweety Bird, but in 2026, the LEGO Group will be focusing on penguins with the latest love-inspired Gift With Purchase. In particular, 40886 Penguins in Love will be this year's Valentine's Day GWP once it's available from the 29th of January 2026. The 8+ model will be free with any LEGO purchases over $200 from this date until the 6th of February 2026. Based on the set name, 40886 will likely recreate a small

2026 is another big year for LEGO's gaming themes, whilst the likes of LEGO Animal Crossing and LEGO Super Mario take a step back, LEGO Pokémon is debuting to the excitement of many fans and LEGO The Legend of Zelda returns following the success of September 2024's 77092 Great Deku Tree 2-in-1 . Releasing on the 1st of March 2026, the second-ever LEGO Zelda model is entirely focused on the Ocarina of Time rather than 77092's 2-in-1 set featuring both the Ocarina of Time a

In less than two months, the Formula 1 World Championship will return with the first race in Australia, and to coincide with the international sports return, a new LEGO set will be hitting shelves on the 1st of March 2026. The LEGO and Formula 1 partnership continues to go from strength as, along with the likes of 77252 APXGP Team Race Car from F1 The Movie , the LEGO Technic theme will also be getting a new F1 set in 2026: 42228 McLaren F1 Car. Just like previous LEGO Techn

The LEGO Botanicals is having a very busy start to 2026 with sets releasing in January, February and March, a new Gift With Purchase expected next month and now a LEGO Botanicals -branded LEGO Insiders reward. In particular, this reward, accessible via LEGO shop@home is 6615075 Dragonfly Garden. The 10+ model includes a total of 154 pieces and is available from the 15th of January 2026 by redeeming 2,000 LEGO Insiders points. The set itself isn't very big, but makes the per

Following the conclusion of 40779 Year of the Horse earlier this week, another Lunar New Year LEGO Gift With Purchase has been officially revealed ahead of the celebrations on the 17th of February. In particular, this is 40915 Lion Dance, which is available from the 19th to the 28th of January 2026, with all LEGO purchases over $150 With 480 pieces, the 10+ model is a substantially sized promotional item that recreates two characteristic Chinese New Year lion figures in bri

The LEGO Group may have already presented the ground-breaking SMART Play system but the Danes didn't showcase all of the interactive playsets coming in 2026 from the brand's most popular license. Current rumours suggest that along with the three previously revealed LEGO Star Wars SMART Play sets, another five SMART models are expected in March and followed by at least three more in an action-packed summer for the intergalactic theme... 75420 Luke's Landspeeder Luke's Landsp

27th of February 2026 will be one of the biggest days of the year for LEGO and Pokémon fans, as, along with three 18+ models and an exclusive Gift With Purchase , LEGO's latest new license theme will also launch a brand new Insiders Reward set. In particular, this is 40911 Mini Pokémon Center, which includes a total of 233 pieces and will be available from late February in exchange for 2,500 Insiders points. The 18+ model is inspired by the various versions of the Pokémon Ce

Along with the three 18+ sets marking the start of LEGO and Pokémon's multi-year partnership, a Pokémon-themed Gift With Purchase will also be available starting from the 27th of February 2026. In particular, this is 40892 Kanto Region Badge Collection GWP, which includes 312 pieces and is available exclusively with the incredible $649.99 / €649.99  / £579.99 model of 72153 Venusaur, Charizard and Blastoise . In fact, 40892 can be obtained now when you pre-order 72153 from L

Almost 12 months after the original announcement, LEGO Pokémon  is finally here as the LEGO Group has officially revealed three brand new sets for the latest licensed theme in LEGO's ever-expanding portfolio. All three models are branded as 18+, available to catch and build from Pokémon Day on the 27th of February 2026. Out of the three models, 72153 is the biggest and most expensive, with a whopping 6,838 pieces retailing for $649.99 / €649.99 / £579.99. Likely one of the bi

Following on from last month's launch of the LEGO Editions theme and the reveal of 43020 FIFA World Cup Official Trophy , we now have our first images of another set for LEGO's latest line of brick-built models. In particular, thanks to online Mexican retailer Bodega Aurrera , we have a leaked look at 43019 Soccer Ball, which includes a total of 1,498 pieces retailing for $129.99 / €119.99 / £109.99. Releasing on the 1st of March 2026 alongside 43020, the 10+ model literally

The LEGO Group's new SMART Play system has sparked plenty of excitement, intrigue and even some confusion across the LEGO community. LEGO's latest innovation combines traditional bricks with cutting-edge technology to create interactive, responsive play experiences. But what do real-world engineers think about this technology-led approach to play? In this article, we'll be covering recently received insights from engineering experts at Accu and their comments on LEGO's SMART

Another article and another LEGO Botanicals model has been leaked thanks to the Mexican online retailer Bodega Aurrera . This time it's 11510 Magnolia Branches, which also releases on the 1st of March 2026 alongside 11502 Sunflower Bouquet. The 18+ model includes just 435 pieces retailing for $49.99 / €49.99 / £44.99. 11510 allows plant lovers to build magnolias in brick-built LEGO form for the very first time, with the set consisting of an arrangement of several plant stems

The LEGO Group seems to be going blooming mad in 2026, as, along with four currently available sets and another rumoured for a 1st of February 2026 release, two more sets will now be releasing on the 1st of March 2026 for the LEGO Botanicals theme. Both of these sets have leaked online thanks to the Mexican online retailer Bodega Aurrera , but the focus of this article is on 11502 Sunflower Bouquet. The latest flower-inspired LEGO build includes a total of 686 pieces retaili

The LEGO Group has unveiled its most ambitious innovation in years: LEGO SMART Play, a system that transforms traditional LEGO building into interactive, responsive experiences. Launching on the 1st of March 2026, SMART Play combines advanced miniaturised technology with hands-on creativity, aiming to enhance physical play while encouraging screen-free engagement. The SMART Play system consists of three core elements: SMART Bricks, SMART Tags and SMART Minifigures. Together,

Another two Lord of the Rings-branded sets are expected in 2026, and we already have our first leaked images of one. That's right, thanks to the online Mexican retailer Bodega Aurrera , we have our first look at 11373 The Lord of the Rings: Sauron Bust. The LEGO Icons model releases on the 1st of March 2026, with a brick-built version of the Minas Tirith then following under the set number 1377 on the 1st of June 2026. But returning to 11373, the 18+ model captures the Dark L

2026 will mark 35 years since Michael Schumacher burst onto the scene in Formula 1, and what better way to celebrate the anniversary of the seven-time world champion than with his own LEGO set. In particular, on the 1st of March 2026, 11375 Ferrari F2004 & Michael Schumacher will be released as a non-exclusive set. The set follows on from two previous LEGO Icons  F1 models: 10330 McLaren F1 MP4/4 & Ayrton Senna  in 2024, and 2025's 10353 Williams Racing FW14B & Nigel Mansell

One of the most iconic and memorable moments from the original Star Wars trilogy returns to brick-built LEGO form, but this time in the most interactive and play-driven way yet. That's right, the third and final LEGO Star Wars SMART Play set officially revealed at CES 2026 is 75427 Throne Room Duel & A-Wing. The 9+ model is the biggest Star Wars set releasing on the 1st of March 2026, including 962 pieces retailing for a whopping $159.99 / €159.99 / £139.99. The central buil

The galaxy plays back in 2026 as LEGO Star Wars is the first theme to debut LEGO's latest technology of the SMART Play system. Along with 75421 Darth Vader's TIE Fighter, 75423 Luke’s Red Five X-Wing has also been revealed ahead of its 1st of March 2026. Just like the TIE Fighter, the X-Wing combines lights, sounds, sensors, scannable tags, and wireless charging to create a responsive, hybrid play experience in this all-in-one LEGO SMART Play playset. 584 pieces retailing f

SMART Play will be taking over the world of LEGO in 2026, and naturally, the first theme that LEGO is bringing this groundbreaking technology to is LEGO Star Wars . The Danish toy manufacturer has officially revealed three 'all-in-one' sets, which all include the basic fundamentals of LEGO SMART Play : the SMART Brick, various SMART Tags, exclusive SMART Minifigures and the wireless charging platform for the SMART Brick. 75421 Darth Vader's TIE Fighter is the focus of this ar

The LEGO Group's most innovative and most prestigious new release of the past decade has been officially presented at this year's Consumer Electronics Show. Being a technology-packed show of products, it's no surprise that LEGO have revealed its latest revolutionary technology: LEGO SMART Play. LEGO SMART Play is a new interactive platform that brings LEGO creations to life like never before. The platform is powered by the LEGO SMART Brick - a normal 2x4 LEGO brick packed ful

With LEGO Smart Play officially debuting in the LEGO Star Wars theme on the 1st of March 2026, attention is naturally turning toward the Smart Play Minifigures included across the rumoured wave of eight sets. Unlike traditional LEGO Minifigures , Smart Play figures will feature integrated electronic components, permanently attached torso and leg elements, and internal sensors allowing them to interact with Smart Bricks and Smart Tags. While these technology-driven Minifig

As we officially begin 2026, it's another massive 12 months for the LEGO Group as it debuts one of the most anticipated licensed themes of all time: LEGO Pokémon . The gaming and anime-based LEGO line was first announced in March 2025, with the first sets anticipated to release in late February. Since this official announcement and teaser, we've had no further confirmation from LEGO themselves regarding the brand new theme. However, reliable sources from the community have sh

January marks a fresh start for the LEGO calendar, kicking off 2026 with a substantial wave of new releases across a wide range of themes. As is tradition for the first month of the year, LEGO leans heavily into play-focused system sets alongside a handful of premium 18+ models, giving builders of all ages plenty to choose from following the festive season. While many January launches are aimed at younger builders, including brand new waves from LEGO City , LEGO Friends , LEG

New year and a new LEGO Easter set?! That's right, the LEGO Group have officially revealed a brand new Easter branded model, releasing on the 1st of February 2026. In particular, this is 40957 Spring Wreath, which, alongside the already available 40863 Easter Egg Basket , will be celebrating the cultural holiday in 2026 with 747 pieces retailing for a currently unknown price. The 12+ model is somewhat more of a spring rather than Easter based set, recreating a seasonal wreat