Bricks, creativity, and boundless imagination take centre stage as Brickfair 2025 returns this October at Menlyn Park shopping centre! Expect a wonderland of over 200 jaw-dropping LEGO displays, from epic castles to high-speed Formula 1 tracks, plus hands-on building fun for fans of all ages. Whether you’re a lifelong LEGO lover or just young at heart, this is one colourful weekend you won’t want to miss.
A world of LEGO to explore
The exhibition will take place in the passageways in front of the LEGO Certified Store at Entrance 2, running from 9am to 5pm on October 25 and October 26. A wide range of builds are expected this year promising a colourful and imaginative experience for visitors and exhibitors alike. Shoppers can wander among awe-inspiring creations based on themes such as City, Castle, Trains, Formula 1, Star Wars, Harry Potter and more. Admission is free.
While the displays alone are a sight to behold, fans are also encouraged to browse the LEGO Certified store for the latest sets and collections. This store bring the full LEGO experience to South Africans, offering the same world-class products, events and activities found around the globe, with special items expected to be available this weekend.
Join the fun: Build, compete or exhibit
A massive Star Wars Death Star will be built on site from Thursday, October 23 and the public are invited to come build with the LEGO team in the centre area just outside the Lego store from 11am to 4pm on Thursday, 10am to 3pm on Friday and on Saturday morning from 10am till completion.
Additionally, a team from the South African LEGO User Group (zaLUG), will host speed-build challenges in the area in front of the LEGO Certified Store on both Saturday and Sunday, where a play pit with loose bricks will be open to visitors to enjoy during display hours.
Brickfair 2025 also welcomes builders from across the country who want to showcase their own creations. Participants can register as part of a LEGO User Group or independently, to display models for public admiration. Exhibits can include original designs or favourite sets, and builders are invited to enter one of nine competition categories such as Best in Show, Rookie of the Year, Best Castle or Fantasy Display and Best Technic or Mechanical Model.
The prize-giving ceremony takes place on Sunday at 8am in front of the LEGO store, recognising creativity and skill across all categories.
Details: Visit https://www.brickfair.co.za.
For regular updates visit Menlyn Park’s website www.menlynpark.co.za or follow the centre on social media @menlynsa for more information.
