Menlyn Park shopping centre in Pretoria will transform into a playground of colourful creativity when it hosts the much-anticipated Brickfair 2025 on Saturday 25 and Sunday 26 October 2025. South Africa’s premier LEGO fan event draws builders and enthusiasts from far and wide, offering visitors the chance to explore over 200 exhibits, witness incredible skills, and experience the imaginations of master builders up close. Plus, enthusiasts are invited to take part in building a massive creation together with other LEGO fans.
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 9 AM to 5 PM on both days. 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 23 October and the public are invited to come build with the LEGO team in the centre area just outside the Lego store from 11 AM to 4 PM on Thursday, 10 AM to 3 PM on Friday and on Saturday morning from 10 AM 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. For more information on Brickfair 2025 and exhibitor registration, 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.
