Top 10 LEGO News of the Week 19 October 2026
A trip to Venice, a new Botanicals release and plenty more to discover: here are the LEGO stories that mattered from 12 to 19 October 2026.
1. LEGO Icons brings Venice to life in 5,682 pieces
The newly announced LEGO Icons Venetian Neighbourhood (11388) recreates canals, gondolas, bridges and elegant architecture. This elaborate diorama features 5,682 pieces and 17 characters. Unveiled on 15 October and due in November, it is our biggest story of the week.
2. A Venetian water taxi joins the gift-with-purchase line-up
Alongside the main Venice model, LEGO has revealed the Venetian Water Taxi (40898). The 322-piece build is planned as a limited gift with purchase around the November launch. Check LEGO.com for the applicable promotion terms.
3. LEGO Botanicals Cozy Plants arrives in November
Revealed on 14 October, the compact LEGO Botanicals Cozy Plants (10371) contains 248 pieces. It is listed at €19.99, with availability expected from 1 November. A fresh option for fans of decorative brick-built greenery.
4. LEGO Inside Tour 2027 applications open
Applications opened for the LEGO Inside Tour 2027 in Billund, offering a rare behind-the-scenes experience. Specialist outlets reported on 13 and 14 October that ten sessions were planned; the application deadline was 16 October.
5. LEGO Friends: Heartlake The Musical premieres
On 16 October, the LEGO Group premiered its first LEGO Friends live-action musical on its official YouTube channel. The roughly 50-minute Heartlake City adventure follows Daisy through a story about friendship, music and creativity.
6. Restaurants of the World: Italy promotion begins
Starting on 13 October, the 317-piece Restaurants of the World: Italy (40909) pizzeria became a LEGO gift with purchase. Specialist reports indicated an eligible spending threshold of €180 in Europe, while stocks last.
7. LEGO Insiders offers double points and October deals
During the week beginning 13 October, LEGO.com ran double Insiders points alongside rotating October offers and the Italian restaurant gift. Collectors had good reason to check current availability and promotion rules.
8. Creations for Charity launches its 18th fundraiser
The international Creations for Charity initiative began its 18th fundraiser on 15 October. Until 30 November, one-of-a-kind fan creations are being sold to fund LEGO sets for children in need. Builders can also donate their own models.
9. Australian LEGO Stores unveil exclusive merchandise
On 16 October, Jay’s Brick Blog reported on an exclusive range of merchandise from Australian LEGO Certified Stores celebrating Melbourne and Sydney. The local collectibles are especially appealing to travelling LEGO fans.
10. A new book explores the LEGO parts system
On 17 October, Brickset interviewed Tom Alphin about The LEGO Parts Guide, due for publication the following week. Building on the familiar Brick Architect online resource, the book aims to help fans understand, organise and build creatively with LEGO elements.
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