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 MoreThe Dragon roller coaster through LEGOLAND Castle is a classic ride, but goes by so fast that it is hard to see all the brick-built detail inside! Join us as we turn the lights on and get a close-up look at all the dragon details.
Read MoreThe LEGO House exclusive I Love Billund set packs an entire town into one remarkably thoughtful microscale set. Join us on a walk down the Playline through LEGO’s hometown as we explore the landmarks, history, and hidden references built into this charming tribute to Billund.
Read MoreLEGOLAND blasts off in a new direction with a space-themed land packed with a spaceship coaster, an animatronic minifigure, and even a standout taco. We explored LEGO Galaxy to find out what works, what doesn’t, and what families (and AFOLs) should know before visiting.
Read MoreA Lifetime Pass is more than a ticket when your name is literally on the wall. Here’s how two Australians built a lasting connection to LEGOLAND Windsor from across the globe.
Read MoreContinuing our series on semi-official “bootleg” LEGO sets designed locally at LEGOLAND parks, we take a look at the Ambassador Pass models from LEGOLAND California that took the designs (and rare parts) to new heights.
Read MoreTake a look at the semi-official “bootleg” LEGO sets designed locally at various LEGOLAND parks and learn how one of them forever changed how LEGO produces models.
Read MoreThe Eurobricks Event may not be the biggest or flashiest LEGO gathering, but for those who attend, it’s the one that feels most like home. Join us as we explore what makes this low-key, quirky meetup a favorite among longtime AFOLs.
Read MoreMany LEGOLAND Parks and Discovery Centers have offered promotional printed bricks over the years. Join BrickNerd as we look into the past, present, and future of promo bricks and the community that collects them.
Read MoreReady to get seriously nerdy about 2x4 bricks? Today we take a deep dive into some mysterious LEGO Q elements and a mold that has traveled through time from the 60s.
Read MoreLEGO doesn’t have to be hard plastic. Get an inside (and adorable) look at these huggable LEGO plushies from the vast creature collection of BrickNerd’s Teresa Elsmore.
Read MoreDagny Holm was the first Master Builder for The Lego Group, but how did she get there? We take a look at her lasting LEGO legacy and how she set the standard for all who would follow.
Read MoreIn the first of our Theme 101 series, we take an in-depth look into the world of LEGO Ninjago. We’ll explore the history, Easter eggs, highlights, and share some of the best communities around to dive deeper into the vast world of the ninjas!
Read MoreStar Wars Days are in full swing at LEGOLAND California and my friends in LUGOLA (LEGO User Group Of Los Angeles) and SandLUG (San Diego LEGO User Group) are representing with some awesome builds. Get there, you must.
If you're in southern California this weekend be sure to head on down to LEGOLAND California in Carlsbad for Star Wars Days. There will be loads of activities, characters and intergalactic fun. While there be sure to check out the worlds largest LEGO model, the life-size X-Wing just landed. Also be sure to check out the displays by my friends at SandLUG and LUGOLA, they've been in a building frenzy for this weekend.
Ever wonder what goes into the design of LEGO set packaging? BrickNerd has you covered as we dive into the rules, standards and design sensibilities that go into creating an appealing product for store shelves.
What happens when a lifelong Trekkie, AFOL and professional toy designer finally gets an official LEGO Star Trek playset? Samuel Hatmaker explores the new Enterprise bridge and shows why playing Star Trek matters as much as displaying it.
We spoke with several Autistic AFOLs who shared their experiences with LEGO regarding coping, community, collecting and catharsis. And we found that Autism can be both a challenge and a superpower when it comes to LEGO.
What do you do when a LEGO Pokémon set doesn’t quite hit the mark? Take it apart and create an alternate build using only the pieces from the original set! But how do you level up a character as recognizable as Pikachu?
What happens when a LEGO builder who knows almost nothing about Pokémon takes on the entire Smart Play wave? We explore the colorful and curvy sets and then remix them into crazy creations far beyond the Pokédex.
Who was Susan Williams and why was her impact on people’s perception of LEGO so significant? Join BrickNerd as we piece together the illustrious career of this mysterious LEGO employee.
Have you ever wondered what the LEGO community was like in the 2000s? Today's guest writer and veteran builder, Nannan Zhang, shares his thoughts on building and sharing MOCs online for the past 20 years.
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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!