LEGO Minifigures 71051 CMF Series 28: Animals Rumoured For January 2026

Following on from the superhero-heavy 71050 Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse Series launching next month, the next LEGO Minifigure series is set to return to LEGO's quirky roots with a full lineup of twelve animal-themed costume characters. In particular, this will be 71051 CMF Series 28: Animals, which releases on the 1st of January 2026 for the usual price of $4.99 / €3.99 / £3.49.

Series 28 will follow on from the likes of 71010 Series 14: Monsters and 71046 Series 26: Space, with a numbered series based around a specific theme. This time, our first LEGO Minifigure series of 2026 will be centred entirely on costume-style figures, building on the popularity of past single-character suits such as Pterodactyl Costume Fan and Hamster Costume Fan, which both appeared in 71048 Series 27.

Rumoured Minifigure Lineup

Here’s a breakdown of the twelve rumoured figures said to make up CMF Series 28: Animals:

Peacock Costume Fan - One of the most vibrant costumes in this series, the Peacock Costume Fan will likely feature a bold and colourful peacock tail piece, similar to the piece used for the Turkey Costume in 71034 Series 23. A small flower build will also be included as an accessory. White Cat Costume Fan - A feline-inspired figure, but this time with an entirely white cat head piece, torso and tail, along with a ball of pink coloured yarn.

Fish Costume Fan - There's something a bit fishy about this figure, but we can expect another humorous and unique character accompanied by a box of fish food.

Monkey Costume Fan - Somewhat a throwback to the Gorilla Suit Guy in Series 3, this time we'll see a LEGO Minifigure dressed entirely as a brown monkey. The figure will likely include a brand-new monkey headpiece, along with a tail, and, unsurprisingly, a banana.

Frog Costume Fan - Featuring a fun and very unique frog headpiece along with a bubble blower as an accessory. Hopefully, this character also includes a LEGO lilypad as a stand rather than the usual black display stands.

Koala Costume Fan - A nod to Australia, this figure features a brand-new koala headpiece and comes with two accessories: a leafy branch piece and a boomerang.

Dalmatian Costume Fan - The LEGO Disney theme have released a few 101 Dalmatian themed sets in 2025, and in 2026, we'll be getting a Minifigure dressed up as an adorable spotted dog. The figure will likely utilise the dog head piece from Series 21's Pug Costume Guy, along with an accessory of a blue frisbee.

Crocodile Costume Fan - Another animal often found down under is a crocodile, which will also be translated into a LEGO Minifigure in January 2026. This character will include a very unique head piece, a long textured tail and two accessories of a rubber duck and a lifebuoy.

Dolphin Costume Fan - The Dolphin Costume Fan will likely follow a similar style to Shark Suit Guy from Series 15, with the figure using a brand new moulded head piece that stretches along the back of the character. A clam shell is confirmed as the Minifigure's accessory.

Bunny Costume Fan - Plenty of LEGO Minifigures dressed as bunnies have appeared in the past, so it'll be interesting to see how LEGO differentiates them all with Series 28's version. Either way, Bunny Costume Fan will likely utilise the standard rabbit/bunny headpiece and include an Easter themed accessory of an Easter egg and basket.

Lion Costume Fan - The closest we've gotten to a LEGO Minifigure dressed as a lion is the Cowardly Lion, which featured in the LEGO Movie 2 series. This version, releasing in 2026, will likely utilise the same head mould but will overall be in more standard lion colours of yellow/red/dark brown. A single accessory of a chicken leg piece will also be included.

Parrot Costume Fan - Last but not least, we have another very colourful and unique Minifigure of the Parrot Costume Fan. Another new headpiece with a large beak will likely feature here, along with an accessory of a printed parrot snack box.

71051 CMF Series 28: Animals

Set Name - CMF Series 28: Animals

Set Number - 71051

Age Range - 5+

Piece Count - 8

Price - $4.99 / €3.99 / £3.49

Release Date - 1st January 2026

71051 CMF Series 28: Animals releases on the 1st of January 2026, but what do you think? Will you be purchasing 71051 at the start of the new year? What Minifigure are you looking forward to getting the most from the first CMF series of 2026? Are any animals/characters missing from the series? Let us know your thoughts and opinions in the comments below.