This week is shaping up to be one of the most exciting in recent memory for adult fans. From a long-awaited Ideas set finally hitting shelves to the most anticipated licensing collaboration in years launching in days, there’s a lot to unpack—and if you’re UK-based, there’s even something happening this weekend that’s worth knowing about.
At a Glance
| Story | What You Need to Know |
|---|---|
| 🎬 LEGO Ideas 21363 The Goonies | Releasing this week — detailed display build, new Minifigure Factory additions |
| 🎮 First-ever LEGO Pokémon sets | Launch February 27 — adult collector line, Pikachu, Eevee & starters |
| 🏰 Castle Ideas project hits 10k | Now in official LEGO review — strong candidate for production |
| 🏛️ 2026 adult portfolio | Cherry Blossom, GT40, Paris Architecture & Autumn Cottage now on shelves |
| 💰 20% off 2026 car sets | Lightning McQueen & Batmobiles discounted — unusual at this stage |
| ⚠️ The End Arena retiring | 21265 retiring soon — secure it before secondary market prices rise |
| 🧱 Bricktastic Manchester | February 21–22 at Manchester Central — we’re going Saturday! |
The Goonies Ideas Set Is Here
LEGO Ideas 21363 The Goonies is releasing this week, and it’s been a long time coming for fans of the 1985 film. Created through a close collaboration between the Ideas design team and the original fan designer, the set is built as a detailed display piece capturing the film’s key locations and characters—the kind of dense, narrative-rich build that Ideas does best.
For adult builders, this sits firmly in the same tier as other beloved movie-based Ideas sets: it’s a display piece first, with strong minifigure storytelling and the kind of detail that rewards close inspection. If you’ve been eyeing it, this is the week to pull the trigger.
It’s also worth noting that LEGO has used the Goonies release as a springboard for new Minifigure Factory additions, giving customisers fresh printed options inspired by the film’s characters. For anyone who likes integrating official prints into their own MOCs, that’s a practical expansion of the parts library worth exploring.
First-Ever LEGO Pokémon Sets Land on February 27
The biggest story in LEGO right now isn’t just this week’s news—it’s next week’s launch that everyone is already talking about. The first-ever LEGO Pokémon sets drop on February 27, timed to coincide with the franchise’s 30th anniversary, and the press materials make clear this is a serious adult-collector line.
The initial wave includes Pikachu, Eevee, and the three original starters, all positioned as substantial display builds aimed at older fans who grew up with the games—not a kids’ playsets range. Think of it in the same bracket as LEGO Super Mario or the higher-end Icons vehicles: long-term collector support, strong display value, and advanced creature sculpting.
LEGO’s own statement frames this as “a new range of possibilities for Trainers and builders alike,” and The Pokémon Company has emphasised that the collaboration gives fans “the chance to build, play, and tell their own stories in ways they’ve never experienced before.” If the first wave lands well, this has all the hallmarks of a line that will expand significantly—so it’s worth paying attention to from the start if Pokémon is part of your collection.
Also Arriving This Month
Several other adult-oriented sets announced for 2026 are currently live as new releases on LEGO’s product pages and remain actively promoted throughout February. These include the LEGO Art Japanese Cherry Blossom Landscape, LEGO Technic 1966 Ford GT40 MkII, LEGO Architecture Paris – City of Love, and the LEGO Icons Autumn Cottage Garden—all positioned squarely within the 18+ adult portfolio, with complex techniques and display-first design philosophies. If you’re building or expanding a display collection, the Cherry Blossom and Autumn Cottage pieces are particularly interesting for advanced landscaping work.
LEGO Ideas Update: Castle Project Hits 10,000 Supporters
Great news from the Ideas platform this week: a Castle-inspired fan model has just crossed the 10,000 supporter milestone, putting it into the official review phase. Brick Fanatics is framing this as “the world of LEGO Castle expands,” and the enthusiasm is understandable—detailed historical and fantasy architecture consistently performs well with the adult fan community, and this is another strong candidate in the pipeline.
LEGO also updated its official help article on February 17 clarifying exactly what happens after a project reaches 10,000 supporters. The short version: it enters the LEGO review process and may be chosen for production, but it’s no guarantee. The review considers design quality, business viability, and IP considerations. For anyone running their own Ideas campaign, this is a useful reminder that the 10k milestone is the entry point to review—not a production commitment—and it should shape how you frame your campaign goals and community expectations.
If you’re curious about running your own Ideas project or just want to understand how the platform works for the community builds you admire, it’s worth reading LEGO’s updated guidance directly on their help site.
Also This Week:
- Early discounts on 2026 car sets: Brick Fanatics is reporting 20% off a selection of 2026 LEGO vehicle sets including Lightning McQueen and Batmobiles. Early-lifecycle discounts at this level are unusual, so if any of these are on your list, it’s worth acting sooner rather than later.
- February promotions winding down: The double Insiders points event and the Penguins in Love (40886) gift-with-purchase have now ended, but the strategic lesson stands—timing large purchases around these promotions makes a real difference for high-piece-count sets and parts hauls.
- Minecraft set retirement: The End Arena (21265) is flagged as retiring soon, so if you’re tracking that one for parts or display purposes, now is the time to secure it before secondary market prices climb.
Bricktastic Manchester This Weekend—And We’re Going!
For UK-based fans, Bricktastic 2026 is happening this Saturday and Sunday (February 21–22) at Manchester Central. Billed as the UK’s leading LEGO exhibition, it brings together some of the best builders from around the world for a full weekend of incredible MOC displays and community activity. Entry is timed, with doors open from 9am–5pm, though there’s no enforced exit time so you can spend the whole day exploring.
We’re heading along on Saturday for the first time—genuinely excited to see high-end builds in person and get a feel for what the AFOL community is creating right now. I’ll be sharing a full update in next week’s roundup, so watch this space. If you’re going too, come and say hello!
Whether you’re heading to Manchester this weekend, racing to secure The Goonies before it sells out, or marking February 27 in your calendar for the Pokémon launch, there’s a lot to be excited about. Which of these announcements has you most fired up? Drop a comment below—and check back next week for our Bricktastic report.
Continue Your Journey
- Advanced LEGO Building Techniques Every Adult Should Master — sharpen your skills ready for whatever the new sets demand
- LEGO Medieval Castle Building Guide — with that Castle Ideas project in review, now’s a great time to brush up on medieval techniques
- LEGO Microscale Techniques — relevant for the Architecture Paris set and other display builds landing this month
- MOC Planning: How to Design Your Next Build — useful if the new Pokémon or Icons sets have you inspired to create something original
- Last Week’s Roundup: February 13, 2026 — catch up on what you might have missed
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