What happens when LEGOLAND drops interactive zones, custom treats, and extra activities all over the park? The result is the LEGO Festival, a seasonal celebration of creativity. This first-hand guide explores each zone, what to eat, and how to make the most of your visit.
Read MoreBen Arkley's LEGO Ent is packed with twisted branches, clever part usage, and enough hidden details to reward a closer look. We caught up with Ben to learn how a simple experiment grew into one of his most ambitious builds yet.
Read MoreHow did Harry Potter reshape the LEGO animal kingdom? From owls to otters, guest contributor Caleb Schilling (aka Cheesey Studios) explores how this magical theme has quietly transformed the entire LEGO ecosystem.
Read MoreBefore building the LEGO Ideas E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial set, I decided to rewatch the movie. The result was a nostalgic journey through unforgettable scenes, memorable music, and clever Easter eggs that inspired me to recreate some of the film’s most iconic moments with my LEGO E.T.
Read MoreHow do you make a boring school event more fun? With LEGO of course! Join us as we explore how adding LEGO stations to a school’s Fun Day turned it into a joyful and meaningful experience for students of all ages.
Read MoreWhat is the MILS standard for LEGO displays and how can it be used to modernize custom train layouts? Find out in this deep dive about how modular landscaping and tracks sections can make your life a whole lot easier.
Read MoreJust as LEGO bricks get reused again and again, the AFOL experience can be a cycle, too. BrickNerd contributor Geneva D explores the life cycle of an AFOL as told through an aging MOC in desperate need of cleaning.
Read MoreThe stiff fabric flags in many LEGO sets are a great way to add detail to a set, but how do you make your own custom flags for your MOCs? We have the guide for you!
Read MoreThe LEGO Ideas 40912 Sea Serpent faithfully revives a Castle classic, but it doesn’t always have to sail under the same banner. See how a few simple swaps transform this GWP into a vessel fit for Falcon Knights, Forestmen, Lion Knights, and more.
Read MoreLooking for LEGO window ideas to level up your medieval build? This collection of Tudor-inspired MOCs offers a clear view into the creative ways builders across the community use to let the light in.
Read MoreJuly is here with a fresh lineup of LEGO contests and challenges. Don’t miss your chance to build a MOC and maybe even win some awesome LEGO prizes. With LEGO Ideas, Minifig Habitats, and the return of Bio-Cup, there’s plenty of inspiration to start building!
Read MoreJoin BrickNerd as we look at the many LEGO iterations of the famous icon of freedom, the Statue of Liberty, and all her many faces.
Read MoreWant to build bigger, faster, and cheaper? The secret might be hiding in your toddler’s toy bin. Here’s how DUPLO can power up your next LEGO MOC.
Read MoreFrom flippers and ramps to spinners and ball physics, LEGO's Arcade Pinball Machine borrows plenty from the real thing. A professional pinball engineer explores what LEGO recreated faithfully, where it made clever compromises, and why those choices work.
Read MoreThe Air Max 95 revolutionized sneaker design with visible air, bold colors, and inspiration drawn from the human body. Sneakerhead Richard Dryden dives into the history behind the shoe and the LEGO set that recreates it, arguing that the collaboration still has room to grow.
Read MoreEver wondered what your LEGO sets think of you while you're building them? Join two happy little plants as they discover life beyond the instruction booklet, complete with ripped-open bags, endless photo shoots, mysterious oranges, and a new home on the display shelf.
Read MoreWarning! This article contains dangerously high levels of adorableness. Enter at your own risk as we reveal the winners of AdoraBuild 2026 and celebrate the LEGO creations that made us smile the most.
Read MoreDouglas Hughes shares with us some LEGO instructions to build a Micro Mack Truck and tells the story of how a little friendly competition instigated this vibrant vehicle.
Read MoreMonoliths, aliens, and portals: Oh my! Caleb Huet takes us on a journey though space and time of his top picks of otherworldly creations. Today on BrickNerd!
Read MoreWhat do right triangles, new slope pieces, and something called a “sugar grid” have in common? They’re all part of the hidden math and geometry that make advanced LEGO building more precise and more creative than ever.
Read MoreLEGO Castle has featured quite a few factions like the Wolfpack and Fright Knights. But what would kids name them after only seeing their shields? Make way for the Mean Rocktopusses!
Brian Hickey is back with another installment of LEGO According To Kids. This time he asks his to young children about their thoughts on LEGO color names. Read on to find the interesting and comical results!
AFOLs have a language all their own, giving LEGO parts a variety of interesting nicknames and acronyms. But what do kids think of these part names? Well, we asked and they did not hold back…
What do all the symbols used in LEGO instructions actually mean? But what do kids think they represent? Pull up a blanket… err sticker sheet… and find out.
Change was in the air for Bio-Cup 2026 Round 2 as builders tackled the theme of Metamorphosis. From fatherhood and molting to decay and rebirth, these are some of the transformations that caught our eye as the competition moves toward its final rounds.
September has arrived with a fresh selection of LEGO contests and challenges. Don’t miss your chance to build a MOC and maybe even win some awesome LEGO prizes. With SHIPtember, the Brick Train Awards, and the return of the BrickLink Designer Program, there’s plenty of inspiration to start building!
Why is this small, shiny LEGO chrome cup so expensive? And why is it so beloved (and hoarded) by builders of GBC modules? Today, we explore the legend of the chrome cup.
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