International LEGO Day Is January 28, So Here’s What It Is and How to Celebrate

International LEGO Day lands on January 28, and it is tied to a real milestone, not a random internet holiday. The date points back to 1958, when Godtfred Kirk Christiansen filed the patent for the LEGO brick design that still defines how the system works today. That is the big reason older bricks still connect cleanly with newer ones, which is basically the whole magic trick behind why a childhood tub of parts can still join forces with a brand-new set. 

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Zoom out a bit, and the LEGO story starts in Denmark in 1932, when Ole Kirk Christiansen made wooden toys, and the name “LEGO” comes from “leg godt,” meaning “play well” in Danish. The company shifted to plastic in the late 1940s, then the 1958 design locked in the standard that turned loose pieces into an endlessly expandable hobby. So LEGO Day is simple. It is a date that celebrates the brick system that made building feel timeless, whether the goal is a serious display model or a slightly cursed spaceship that makes zero sense.

6 Ways to Celebrate International LEGO Day

Rebuild an Old Set Slowly

Grab a set already owned and rebuild it without rushing. A rebuild is the easiest way to make the day feel special because the parts are already there, and the payoff is immediate. Taking it slow also helps spot the details that get missed when a build turns into a speedrun, especially on larger sets that hide clever little steps in the middle.

Open That Set Sitting on Your Shelf for Eternity

Pick the sealed box that has been sitting around like a museum exhibit and commit to opening it on January 28. This works because it turns a vague someday plan into a real moment and replaces decision fatigue with a single clear mission. The build becomes the celebration, and the only rule is that the cardboard does not get to win.

Host a Get-Together Build Challenge

Everyone brings random LEGO pieces, dumps them into one big pile, then someone shouts a prompt like “build a haunted library” and sets a 20-minute timer. The fun comes from the scramble and the wildly different interpretations, so it stays hilarious even if the final builds look messy. It also keeps things friendly because speed, creativity, and accidental collapses all count as entertainment. This is one of the best ways to celebrate International LEGO Day, especially if you have children.

Check Your Local Libraries

Many libraries run LEGO nights with free bins of bricks, and International LEGO Day is a natural time for special sessions. Call or check the library calendar and show up if something is happening. It is low-pressure, it is budget-friendly, and it is a great way to build alongside other fans without needing to organize a full event at home.

Do a LEGO Movie Marathon, Then Build Something Inspired

LEGO made this one extremely easy for us. Put on The LEGO Movie and follow it with LEGO Batman if the mood is right, then build something pulled from the energy of what just played. This works because watching first gives the brain a jumpstart, and the builds tend to lean imaginative rather than careful and strict. A wild vehicle, a strange robot, or a dramatic skyline all fit the theme.

Make a LEGO Store Trip or a Pick A Brick Run

If there is a LEGO store nearby, January 28 is a great excuse to see the big display builds and grab unusual pieces from the Pick-A-Brick wall. The LEGO stores would definitely build a vibe for their own holiday. Even without a store, a quick sort through existing bins can recreate the same effect by hunting for colors and shapes that are missing. The goal is to collect a few “future build” parts that spark new ideas.

Let Your Creativity Flow and Build Something on January 28

The cleanest celebration is to pull out bricks and build a small creation with no rules. A car, a tiny house, a creature, a weird blob with confidence, it all counts. The point of LEGO Day is showing up to “play well,” and one finished build, no matter how simple, makes the day official.