Looking for free family events to keep the kids busy? Find events like Lowe’s Kids’ Workshops, Home Depot’s Kids Workshops, JCPenney Kid Zone Crafts, and even Lego free in-store events for kids.
Lego occasionally holds in-store activities for kids called Lego Build or Lego Make and Take events. Kids get a free Lego set (that isn't available to the public) to build at Lego stores or Barnes & Noble locations, which they can take home.
Here's everything you need to know about the next in-store Lego Build event at Lego stores and Barnes & Noble locations.
What exactly is a Lego Build or Make and Take event?
Lego Build or Make and Take It events are in-store opportunities for kids to receive free promotional Lego kits that they can build in a group setting. These events typically run about two hours, but you don’t need to stay that long.
Other retailers such as Barnes & Noble and Toys 'R Us in Macy's stores also hold Lego Build events throughout the year. Note that Lego Build event days and times can vary between retail locations.
Build a Tom the Turkey set at the next Lego Build event on Nov. 15 at select Toys 'R Us in Macy's stores.
Lego stores aren't the only place you'll find Lego Make and Take events. The next Lego Build event will be a Tom the Turkey set that will take place at select Toys 'R Us in Macy's stores on Saturday, Nov. 15 from noon - 2 p.m. Find out if your local store is one of the participating Macy's locations.
KCL predicts the next in-store Lego Build event will happen on Sunday, Dec. 7 at Lego stores.
Lego stores run free Lego Build events occasionally, although there’s no real rhyme or reason to when these are scheduled. KCL predicts the next Lego Build event will take place on Sunday, Dec. 7 from noon - 2 p.m. (local). Contact your nearby Lego store to see if they're participating when a Lego Build event is listed.
Recent Lego Make and Take Events:
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Nov. 7, 2025: Snowman
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Oct. 12, 2025: Gaming Controller
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Sept. 21, 2025: Basketball Hoop
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Sept. 7, 2025: Harry Potter Butterbeer Truck
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Aug. 24, 2025: Box of Crayons
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Aug. 4, 2025: Gum Gum Fruit
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July 27, 2025: Lego DREAMZzz Z-Blob
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June 11, 2025: World Play Day Planet
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June 8, 2025: Ping Pong Paddle
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May 18, 2025: Ninjago Thunderfang
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May 4, 2025: Star Wars Grogu
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April 13, 2026: Easter Egg
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April 5 - 6, 2026: Friendship Trophy
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March 9, 2025: Lego Steering Wheel
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Jan. 12, 2025: Lego City Soap Box Racer
Lego Build in-store events are offered on a first-come, first serve basis, so get there early.
Because these events are so popular, they're offered on a first-come, first-serve basis. That means you'll need to show up early if you want a chance for your kid(s) to participate. You'll need to contact your local store to confirm event details.
Is there an age limit for a Lego Build event?
No, there’s no age limit for these events. However, Lego notes the age group for which the models are best suited. For example, the upcoming Box of Crayons event has a recommended age group of 6 and older.
Some Lego Build events take place at select Barnes & Noble locations.
Lego stores aren't the only place you'll find Lego Make and Take events. You'll find some build events at Barnes & Noble locations.
To find out if your local store is participating, click on the Stores & Events tab at the top left of the Barnes & Noble homepage. From there you can search by zip code, store name, or event name to see if any of the locations near you are participating, as well as the date and time of their particular event.
Lego Build events at Barnes & Noble require you to sign up in advance.
Unlike Lego store events that are offered on a first-come, first-serve basis you'll need to sign up for a spot for the B&N Lego Build event.
We can't stress enough how popular anything involving free Legos is, so it’s imperative you sign up for your local event in advance. Some participating Barnes & Noble locations allow you to call them to secure a spot. Others require you visit in-store ahead of the event to sign up. Whichever method works best at your location, sign up as early as possible. Only one Lego kit is provided per child registered.
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