For over 90 years, LEGO has provided family fun for builders all over the world. Whether your child is starting their own collection or you’re still expanding your own, there’s a LEGO set for everyone.
Chicago is the ultimate destination for LEGO fanatics. Dads can plan the perfect family outing at one of the several LEGO building opportunities across the city. Grab your little ones and check out the best places to build LEGO with your kids in Chicago.
Bricks & Minifigs
This iconic toy store operates as the largest buy, sell, trade LEGO reseller franchise in the world. With several locations in metro Chicago, there’s plenty of excitement to explore.
Their Niles location features a DIY station where families can create customized miniature figures to take home. Whether you’re looking for a new Star Wars set or a Marvel action figure, the opportunities are endless.
Hours: 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Monday-Thursday, 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Saturday, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Sunday
Location: 9359 N. Milwaukee Ave., Niles
The LEGO Store Water Tower Place
Conveniently located in downtown Chicago, The LEGO Store enables guests to build a personalized LEGO character from scratch, starting with choosing a face all the way to final accessories. Visit their demonstration table to find new and exciting offerings, or grab a handful of new blocks to take home from their Pick & Build wall.
This location hosts several events throughout the year, from scavenger hunts, giveaways and building events that teach builders how to create expert creations.
Hours: 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Monday-Thursday, 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Friday- Saturday, 12-6 p.m. Sunday
Location: Water Tower Place, 835 N Michigan Ave., No. 3000, Chicago
Brickmania Chicago
For LEGO enthusiasts, Brickmania has a unique variety of specialized bricks. Dedicated to creating custom minifigures and historically accurate military building kits, builders can find one-of-a-kind creations.
With a designated building space inside the store, families can create their own designs or choose one from the store to build. Expert builders can even register to display their creations in the quarterly Brickmaniacs Showcase.
Hours: 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Wednesday-Saturday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday
Location: 522 W Wise Road, Schaumburg
LEGOland Discovery Center
From thrilling rides to next-level build areas, LEGOland is any LEGO lover’s dream. After spending the day venturing through interactive rides and meeting your favorite LEGO characters, attend one of the daily workshops available and work alongside a Master Model Builder to learn insider tips and building secrets.
There are also plenty of individual opportunities to get hands-on play, like the LEGO race car zone, where parents and children can craft their own LEGO speed car and put it to the test in an exciting race. For fans of LEGO Friends, step into the world of their characters and add your own creations to the story.
Hours: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Thursday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday-Sunday
Location: 601 N Martingale Road, Schaumburg
LEGO Events in Chicago
- Brickworld Chicago: This five-day celebration takes place once a year at the Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center. With over 10,000 square feet of displays, participate in hands-on workshops, build opportunities and connect with other LEGO fans.
- Chicago Public Library: Libraries within this district host a variety of monthly events for families to get hands-on with their favorite building blocks. Available at several library locations, challenge yourself to that month’s themed task or let your creativity soar and create your own design.
- Brick Fest Live: Standing as the No. 1 event for LEGO fans, this annual convention travels around the country and will visit the Tinley Park Convention Center. With interactive exhibits and attractions, guests can participate in hands-on build zones, competitions and even building a Guinness World Record-setting Mosaic.
