All Activities

Wednesday

Display Setup

Led by: Brickworld

Wednesday

from 12:00pm

to 12:00am

in Event Hall

Display Setup in the Event Hall

LEGO Fortnite Livestream

Led by: EpikBricks

Wednesday

from 2:00pm

to 3:50pm

in Influencer Alley

Epikbricks will be livestreaming LEGO Fortnite from the convention floor. Come watch Epikbricks play LEGO Fortnite and provide tips and tricks for gameplay with a live audience. Event will be livestreamed on TikTok.

Beer Draft

Led by: Daniel Church

Wednesday

from 5:00pm

to 5:50pm

in Concessions Area

With AFOLs from around the US and the world, this is a rare opportunity to try some of your fellow AFOLs’ favorite beers! Simply bring six of your best local beers* (matching six pack). Make sure the beer is cold so we can have a toast afterwards. We’ll sort out the beers (by type and colour), and draft! Must be of legal drinking age. *We reserve the right to remove participants that bring Bud light or Molson Canadian.

Soda Draft

Led by: Matt Leotta

Wednesday

from 5:00pm

to 5:50pm

in At Displays

Similar to the beer draft, but for NA beverages. Bring a six-pack of your local craft or rare sodas and root beers. All bottles/cans will be placed on a table and will be drafted similar to a parts draft. In the end you should be taking home a variety of sodas to enjoy throughout the weekend! All ages welcome, but each participant must bring a 6 pack of soda to enter. – Will take place in Concessions Area alongside the Beer Draft.

Food Trucks

Led by: Brickworld

Wednesday

from 6:00pm

to 8:50pm

in Food Trucks

Food Trucks will be available in the circle drive near the front entrance of the convention center.

Welcome Social Mixer brought to you by Bricker Builds

Led by: Brickworld

Wednesday

from 7:00pm

to 8:50pm

in Nirvana Ballroom

Sponsored by Bricker Builds! Get together with everyone and hang out on Wednesday evening. Food trucks will be available outside the main hall entrance where food can be purchased. There will also be a cash bar. Join the fun, meet new people, and welcome first-time attendees!

Thursday

Display Setup

Led by: Brickworld

Thursday

from 8:00am

to 8:00pm

in Event Hall

Display Setup in the Event Hall

New Attendee Orientation

Led by: Phil Straatsma

Thursday

from 9:00am

to 9:50am

in Schaumburg EF

Is this your first time at Brickworld? Come join us as we go over all aspects of the event to help you make the most of your experience here. Learn about set drafts, after hours activities, voting for awards, the charity auction and more.

71046 Series 26 Space CMF (!) six figures per person (unopened)

Led by: Bob Guilford

Thursday

from 9:00am

to 9:50am

in Prosperity

https://brickworld.com/set-drafts/

Ice Breaker Challenge Prelims

Led by: Josh Mintier

Thursday

from 10:00am

to 10:50am

in Concessions Area

Cornhole but with DULPO penguins

Practice Set Draft

Led by: David Gregory

Thursday

from 10:00am

to 10:50am

in Epiphany

If you are new to set drafts, come and see how a set draft works as we do a practice run.

GBC workshop

Led by: Bryan Bonahoom

Thursday

from 10:00am

to 11:50am

in Schaumburg BCD

GBC workshop

LEGO Stop-Motion Animation 101

Led by: Casey McCoy

Thursday

from 10:00am

to 11:50am

in Schaumburg EF

Brickworld Cinema Coordinators Casey and Tyler will give a brief presentation on getting started in LEGO animation and then lead hands-on animation practice for beginners. Bring a smartphone or tablet. Playbrick will be provided for use, but bringing your own minifigures or Bionicle figures is highly encouraged.

Train Round Table

Led by: Brian Williams

Thursday

from 10:00am

to 10:50am

in Nirvana BC

Discussion of all things Trains from latest LEGO train sets to latest 3rd party products. Newbies and experts welcome. No question is too big or small!

40715 Alien Pack

Led by: Bob Guilford

Thursday

from 10:00am

to 10:50am

in Prosperity

https://brickworld.com/set-drafts/

41760 Igloo Holiday Adventure

Led by: Justin Crover

Thursday

from 11:00am

to 11:50am

in Epiphany

https://brickworld.com/set-drafts/

LGMS INTRO

Led by: Shawn lazarz

Thursday

from 11:00am

to 11:50am

in Nirvana BC

Introduction into LGMS a collaborative train display. Modules and best practices. A display for both train enthusiasts and scenic builders.

Foosball World Championship!

Led by: A Couple of Brickheads -Sean and Brent

Thursday

from 11:00am

to 12:50pm

in Concessions Area

LEGO Foosball World Championship 2024 Live at BrickWorld! Hosted by MandR Productions and A Couple of Brickheads. Bring your best and most creative squad of 5 minifigures to battle it out in a single-elimination tournament to be crowned the inaugural World Champion! Awesome prizes will be awarded for the Champion and for the most creative Minifigure Squad in the tournament! Preliminary games and Semi-Finals will be played to 5 points or a 5 minute time limit. If the score is tied, overtime will begin and the next to score wins! Finals will be played to 5 points and will be 2 out of 3 games. There is no time limit for the Finals. Entries to play are limited, sign up today!

40716 Alien Planet Habitat

Led by: Bob Guilford

Thursday

from 11:00am

to 11:50am

in Prosperity

https://brickworld.com/set-drafts/

Dirty Brickster $15

Led by: Gary Haas

Thursday

from 11:00am

to 11:50am

in Nirvana A

A gift exchange game for people of all ages! Akin to the White Elephant game, which if you’ve never played before, check out the full detailed description on the Brickworld website and on the event schedule.

Food Trucks

Led by: Brickworld

Thursday

from 12:00pm

to 2:50pm

in Food Trucks

Food Trucks will be available in the circle drive near the front entrance of the convention center.

LEGO Fortnite Livestream

Led by: EpikBricks

Thursday

from 12:00pm

to 1:50pm

in Influencer Alley

Brickfilm Theater

Led by: Casey McCoy

Thursday

from 12:00pm

to 7:00pm

in Schaumburg A

If you ever need a chance to take a break and relax, we’ll be showing films all day from Brickfilmers around the world. Pull up a chair and enjoy!

Blind Build

Led by: Gretchen McNeely

Thursday

from 1:00pm

to 1:50pm

in Nirvana A

Build a set against the clock without being able to see the pieces

31158 Sea Animals

Led by: Bob Guilford

Thursday

from 1:00pm

to 1:50pm

in Prosperity

https://brickworld.com/set-drafts/

BrickLink Designer Program AMA

Led by: Alex Kastelic

Thursday

from 1:00pm

to 1:50pm

in Schaumburg EF

Are you interested in the BrickLink Designer Program? Join Alex Kastelic from the BDP Team to discuss tips for your submissions and Q&A!

Building Together: How to Organize a Collaboration

Led by: Geneva Durand

Thursday

from 1:00pm

to 1:50pm

in Nirvana BC

Collaborations come in every shape and size–casual in-person fun around a single MOC, detailed module planning for a creation built miles apart but eventually brought together at a convention hall, or virtual collabs coordinated across time zones and language barriers. But every collaboration has one thing in common: an organizer. Join me as I share what I’ve learned from my most successful collaborations… and the less successful ones, too.

LEGO Party or Small group Ideas

Led by: April Fisher

Thursday

from 1:00pm

to 1:50pm

in Schaumburg BCD

Discussion of Activities and Ideas for small groups of all ages will include a small build to take home.

Mad Libs

Led by: Josh Mintier

Thursday

from 2:00pm

to 2:50pm

in Concessions Area

Create a build with the prompts given. Teams of two.

43237 Isabela’s Flowerpot

Led by: Bob Guilford

Thursday

from 2:00pm

to 2:50pm

in Epiphany

https://brickworld.com/set-drafts/

43237 Isabela’s Flowerpot – Overflow

Led by: Glenna Crover

Thursday

from 2:00pm

to 2:50pm

in Prosperity

https://brickworld.com/set-drafts/

BrickLink Colors and the Loose Parts Universe

Led by: Russell Callender

Thursday

from 2:00pm

to 2:50pm

in Schaumburg BCD

If you were asked to harmonize the BrickLink colors with official LEGO® colors, how would you do it? This is an interactive workshop to explore the delicate subject of naming LEGO colors in various contexts, particularly in the BrickLink catalog and marketplace.

From Bricks to a College Scholarship

Led by: Anne Horwath

Thursday

from 2:00pm

to 2:50pm

in Nirvana BC

Parents: Ever wonder how your children’s passion for playing with LEGO bricks can transform their life? Kids: Would you like to know the different ways that you can continue to enjoy LEGO as you get older? Then let’s join together in an interactive and engaging session highlighting how my family’s experience displaying and presenting at Brickworld Chicago contributed to my son receiving a scholarship to attend the University of Notre Dame. You’ll learn about my son’s journey of design, creativity, and building LEGO displays and a mom’s experience hauling around and setting up those builds. We’ll explore paths to get the most out of your family’s love of LEGO and you’ll leave this session with new ideas on how LEGO can help your child channel their creativity into the college application process.

Revisiting Race in LEGO

Led by: Roy T Cook

Thursday

from 2:00pm

to 2:50pm

in Schaumburg EF

In this presentation I will survey and discuss existing conversations about the representation of race in LEGO, emphasizing the importance of context in the way we understand how LEGO minifigures represent race.

Kidsworld – Teen Meet Up Scavenger Hunt

Led by: Jennifer Hood

Thursday

from 2:00pm

to 2:50pm

in Nirvana A

Calling all Teen Fans of LEGO!!! Come meet other teens (age 13-19), and work together to complete a LEGO Scavenger Hunt. After being put into groups, you will race around the convention space to locate specified LEGO items and people! Winning team gets a prize!

LEGO Masters Panel

Led by: Michael

Thursday

from 3:00pm

to 3:50pm

in Nirvana A

Join the host of podcast “TalkBricks Masters” for an exciting LEGO Masters panel featuring insights, tips, and behind-the-scenes stories from former contestants of the show.

Intro to LEGO Fortnite

Led by: EpikBricks

Thursday

from 3:00pm

to 3:50pm

in Prosperity

An event hosted by EpikBricks focusing on getting started playing LEGO Fortnite. Question and answer session centered around playing LEGO Fortnite and tips and tricks for gameplay.

Pybricks

Led by: David Turner

Thursday

from 3:00pm

to 3:50pm

in Nirvana BC

We will explore how to use pybricks to program a Powered Up hub and use it to do cool things.

21342 Insect Collection

Led by: Bob Guilford

Thursday

from 3:00pm

to 4:50pm

in Epiphany

https://brickworld.com/set-drafts/

Spin It! Twist It! Bop It! Learn How to Make LEGO Move

Led by: Bethany Wright

Thursday

from 3:00pm

to 3:50pm

in Schaumburg BCD

Ever wanted to add motion to your MOCs, but been mystified how to get started? This session is for you! Join teacher Bethany Wright for a hands-on workshop using LEGO gears, cams, axles, technic bricks, and more! No previous experience with gears is necessary. Take-home kit includes step-by-step instructions for three buildable modules with four distinct movements.

LEGO Lighting

Led by: Brian Williams

Thursday

from 3:00pm

to 3:50pm

in Schaumburg EF

Everything about lighting up LEGO. Where to start. What products to use. What’s cheapest. How to avoid drilling. When to use wireless LEDs. How to take your MOCs from ordinary to extraordinary!

Baja Off-Road Challenge

Led by: John Brost

Thursday

from 4:00pm

to 4:50pm

in Competition Area

Off-roader challenge. Rules will be the same as last year.

DiscGolf

Led by: Josh Mintier

Thursday

from 4:00pm

to 4:50pm

in Concessions Area

Play a round of disc golf with LEGO

Magic Tricks with LEGO Bricks

Led by: Gary Haas

Thursday

from 4:00pm

to 4:50pm

in Schaumburg EF

Magicians Eric Feuk and Gary Haas are back with more tricks and illusions made with LEGO Bricks! Together, Eric and Gary bring a combined 80+ years of magic experience and a love of LEGO bricks to bring you an interactive presentation to demonstrate and discuss the use of LEGO elements in magic tricks. Eric has been performing full time for more than 32 years. Gary is mostly retired from performing, and is a charter member and Past President of the Society of American Magicians, Assembly #120.

Veteran AFOL

Led by: Shawn Lazarz

Thursday

from 4:00pm

to 4:50pm

in Nirvana BC

Are you a Veteran? Did you server or are you serving. Round table discussion on how building with LEGO®️ has helped cope with PTSD, do you incorporate your service into your builds. A place for veterans to come together with like minded peers for a round table discussion.

LEGO Team Trivia Contest!

Led by: Jeff Muhlecke

Thursday

from 4:00pm

to 4:50pm

in Schaumburg BCD

Teams of eight will compete in a pub-style trivia contest on all things LEGO and LEGO-adjacent. Compete for bragging rights and a coveted “Trivia Champion” brick. Individuals are welcome — we will build teams at the start of the competition.

Inclusion Build and Chat

Led by: Gretchen McNeely

Thursday

from 5:00pm

to 5:50pm

in Schaumburg BCD

Come relax and create while making friends.

BrickWorld Cosplay Round Table

Led by: Gary Haas

Thursday

from 5:00pm

to 5:50pm

in Nirvana BC

With more and more participants dressing the part to enhance their display, this discussion is just to see whether there is a need for an organized group to promote and support cosplay during the convention.

60439 Space Science Lab

Led by: Bob Guilford

Thursday

from 5:00pm

to 5:50pm

in Prosperity

https://brickworld.com/set-drafts/

Food Trucks

Led by: Brickworld

Thursday

from 6:00pm

to 8:50pm

in Food Trucks

Food Trucks will be available in the circle drive near the front entrance of the convention center.

Closed

Led by: Brickworld

Thursday

from 8:00pm

to 10:00pm

in Event Hall

Event Hall Closed

Opening Ceremony

Led by: Brickworld

Thursday

from 8:00pm

to 9:50pm

in Schaumburg Ballroom

Opening Ceremonies

Mario Kart

Led by: Josh Mintier

Thursday

from 10:00pm

to 11:50pm

in Schaumburg A

Evening Mario Kart party. Feel free to bring your switch/docking station to join in.

Display Setup

Led by: Brickworld

Thursday

from 10:00pm

to 12:00am

in Event Hall

Display Setup in the Event Hall

Bricks Against Humanity

Led by: David Gregory

Thursday

from 10:00pm

to 11:50pm

in Epiphany

Imagine if Cards Against Humanity had a LEGO expansion pack. That’s exactly what Bricks Against Humanity is. If you’ve never played, it’s easy to learn.

Friday

Display Setup

Led by: Brickworld

Friday

from 8:00am

to 6:00pm

in Event Hall

Display Setup in the Event Hall

Brickworld Breakfast Club

Led by: Gretchen McNeely

Friday

from 8:00am

to 8:50am

in Schaumburg BCD

Come enjoy a light breakfast and get to know each other a little better.

New Attendee Orientation

Led by: Phil Straatsma

Friday

from 9:00am

to 9:50am

in Schaumburg EF

Charity Silent Auction

Led by: Brickworld

Friday

from 10:00am

to 2:00pm

in Competition Area

Charity Silent Auction

Brickfilm Theater

Led by: Casey McCoy

Friday

from 10:00am

to 7:00pm

in Schaumburg A

If you ever need a chance to take a break and relax, we’ll be showing films all day from Brickfilmers around the world. Pull up a chair and enjoy!

Brickworld Masters Panel

Led by: E.J. Bocan

Friday

from 10:00am

to 10:50am

in Schaumburg GH

Former Brickworld Masters join together for a panel discussion on style, technique, and any other topic the audience finds fair game. Come see EJ try to moderate a spirited discussion on being Brickworld Master and what it might take for you to someday earn that award.

31157 Exotic Peacock Creator 3-in-1

Led by: April Fisher

Friday

from 10:00am

to 10:50am

in Prosperity

https://brickworld.com/set-drafts/

Kidsworld – Brickworld Bake-off!

Led by: Sharon Vance

Friday

from 10:00am

to 10:50am

in Schaumburg BCD

A baking challenge yummy enough to eat (better not though since it’s made of LEGO bricks). Create the best LEGO cupcake in the allotted time to win a prize! Participants don’t get to keep their cupcake but each person competing will receive a free LEGO minifigure. The winning cupcake will be displayed at the host’s table for the weekend. Kids ages 5 – 12.

Ice Breaker Challenge Prelims

Led by: Josh Mintier

Friday

from 10:00am

to 10:50am

in Concessions Area

Cornhole but with DULPO penguins

Practice Set Draft

Led by: David Gregory

Friday

from 10:00am

to 10:50am

in Epiphany

If you are new to set drafts, come and see how a set draft works as we do a practice run.

Reflections on Pad Printing and its Future

Led by: MAYDAYFIGS

Friday

from 10:00am

to 11:50am

in Schaumburg EF

Everything about creating custom LEGO figures utilizing pad printing while also covering a printers experience creating, designing, and launching custom minifigures in a rapidly evolving market. Roadmap presentation at end.

Remote Control LEGO Vehicle Parade

Led by: Steve Hassenplug

Friday

from 11:00am

to 11:50am

in At Displays

Come take part in a parade of remote control LEGO vehicles around the event hall.

Ice Breaker Challenge Finals

Led by: Josh Mintier

Friday

from 11:00am

to 11:50am

in Concessions Area

Cornhole but with DUPLO penguins – Compete in the Ice Breaker Challenge Finals

31149 Flowers In Watering Can

Led by: Tyler Urban

Friday

from 11:00am

to 11:50am

in Prosperity

https://brickworld.com/set-drafts/

BrickLink Colors and the Loose Parts Universe

Led by: Russell Callender

Friday

from 11:00am

to 11:50am

in Schaumburg BCD

Goggles, Gears, and Greebles: Steampunk in LEGO

Led by: Eric Price

Friday

from 11:00am

to 11:50am

in Schaumburg GH

Let’s explore the fascinating genre of steampunk! We’ll discuss various subgenres, check out interesting MOCs and LEGO sets, and examine some tips and tricks for building creations in this retrofuturistic style.

43252 Moana’s Flowerpot

Led by: Glenna Crover

Friday

from 12:00pm

to 12:50pm

in Prosperity

https://brickworld.com/set-drafts/

Food Trucks

Led by: Brickworld

Friday

from 12:00pm

to 2:50pm

in Food Trucks

Food Trucks will be available in the circle drive near the front entrance of the convention center.

Minifigure Speed Build Preliminaries

Led by: Lauren Boswell

Friday

from 1:00pm

to 1:50pm

in Concessions Area

Test how fast you can build minifigures. Open to all ages. Get past the preliminary rounds and compete against the best of the best to see who is the fastest minifigure builder at Brickworld this year. Finalists will be separated into age groups and announced after preliminary competitions are complete.

Blind Build

Led by: Gretchen McNeely

Friday

from 1:00pm

to 1:50pm

in Euphoria

Build a set against the clock without being able to see the pieces

43223 Asha in the City of Rosas

Led by: David Gregory

Friday

from 1:00pm

to 1:50pm

in Epiphany

https://brickworld.com/set-drafts/

Photo Composition and Color Correction 101

Led by: Casey McCoy

Friday

from 1:00pm

to 1:50pm

in Schaumburg EF

How do you get started in cleanly presenting your MOCs? Whether you have a phone or a DSLR, we’ll walk through the basic steps on setting up a photo studio, building with an end photo in mind, lighting techniques, the basics of color correction, and the best free (and paid) software to use for desktop and mobile users. Free LEGO is passed out during opportunities for audience participation.

BrickLink Designer Program AMA

Led by: Alex Kastelic

Friday

from 1:00pm

to 1:50pm

in Schaumburg GH

Are you interested in the BrickLink Designer Program? Join Alex Kastelic from the BDP Team to discuss tips for your submissions and Q&A!

Spin It! Twist It! Bop It! Learn How to Make LEGO Move

Led by: Bethany Wright

Friday

from 1:00pm

to 1:50pm

in Schaumburg BCD

Mad Libs

Led by: Josh Mintier

Friday

from 2:00pm

to 2:50pm

in Concessions Area

Create a build with the prompts given. Teams of two.

71459 Stable of Dream Creatures

Led by: Neil Voss

Friday

from 2:00pm

to 3:50pm

in Prosperity

https://brickworld.com/set-drafts/

How to Become a Better Builder

Led by: Casey McCoy

Friday

from 2:00pm

to 2:50pm

in Schaumburg EF

Brickworld Master Casey McCoy shares his perspective on honing your technical and artistic skills with the LEGO medium by covering mindset, constructive criticism, community, techniques, and more! Join in a discussion with other AFOLs with free LEGO passed out during opportunities for audience participation.

WBI Workshop

Led by: Megan Lum

Friday

from 2:00pm

to 3:50pm

in Schaumburg GH

Please join us for an overview of WBI research, and participate in WBI’s collaborative build for Brickworld Chicago! Using 41748 Heartlake Community Center as a base, let’s build our own WBI Community Center. Parts will be provided to a limited number of participants.

Building Crops

Led by: David Gregory

Friday

from 2:00pm

to 2:50pm

in Schaumburg BCD

Your minifigs need to eat, so they need to grow crops, but what should a farm’s crops look like, and which parts are best to make them? We’ll look at different types of crops, land and even fences that you can use to start or complete your own farm.

Dirty Brickster $50

Led by: Gary Haas

Friday

from 2:00pm

to 2:50pm

in Euphoria

Pybricks

Led by: David Turner

Friday

from 3:00pm

to 3:50pm

in Euphoria

We will explore how to use pybricks to program a Powered Up hub and use it to do cool things.

Minifigure Speed Build Finals

Led by: Lauren Boswell

Friday

from 3:00pm

to 3:50pm

in Concessions Area

.arc – the Architecture History board game

Led by: Evan Kessens

Friday

from 3:00pm

to 3:50pm

in Epiphany

.arc is a board game that teaches players about the history of architectural innovation. We will explore various building styles and learn about the technologies we use to construct our buildings. We will build famous structures from Ancient Greece and Rome to modern day American cities.

Minifig Habitat Workshop

Led by: Bethany Wright

Friday

from 3:00pm

to 3:50pm

in Schaumburg BCD

Come to a relaxed hands-on workshop and make a BrickWorld-themed minifig habitat! Learn a variety of techniques to take a minifig habitat from mundane to majestic! Participants will design and decorate their own unique 8×8 habitat and final builds will be stacked at the end of class for a photo. And best yet, you get to take your habitat home as a BrickWorld souvenir! All supplies to build and decorate your habitat are provided — all you have to do is bring a minifig! Open to all ages with parent presence.

BW 20241: Introduction to Motion & Mechanisms

Led by: Luke Horwath

Friday

from 3:00pm

to 3:50pm

in Schaumburg EF

Have you ever wanted to incorporate motion into your MOC, but don’t know where to start? Does the thought of two gears meshing make your mind melt? Then this introductory crash course on motion and mechanisms is for you! I’m a mechanical engineering college student who loves motion in all forms, and I’ll be your professor in residence as we explore the basics of bringing your MOC to life. I’ve constructed everything from simple conveyor belts to complex functioning life-size arcade machines, and I’ll walk you through the foundation for each of my projects. The class consists of three components: a presentation showcasing how I’ve utilized motion to make my builds more engaging, a Q&A for any sort of question about mechanisms and machines, and an interactive demo where example contraptions will be available for hands-on learning. No need to pull an all-nighter studying, just bring an open mind and prepare to learn the basics of motion and mechanisms for your MOCs!

60419 Police Prison Island

Led by: Justin Crover

Friday

from 4:00pm

to 5:50pm

in Prosperity

https://brickworld.com/set-drafts/

RLUG Ambassador Meeting

Led by: Glen Kirk

Friday

from 4:00pm

to 4:50pm

in Euphoria

Informal meeting and discussion session for LEGO RLUG Ambassadors. This is a closed session for RLUG Ambassadors only. A LEGO group representative will be present.

30682 NASA Mars Rover Perseverance Polybag

Led by: Neil Voss

Friday

from 4:00pm

to 4:30pm

in Epiphany

https://brickworld.com/set-drafts/

Boat Race

Led by: John Brost

Friday

from 4:00pm

to 4:50pm

in Pool

Annual boat race in the hotel pool.

Bucketball Challenge

Led by: Josh Mintier

Friday

from 4:00pm

to 4:50pm

in Concessions Area

Can you get three points before your opponent?

Five Minute Brick Talks

Led by: Andrew Beckett

Friday

from 4:00pm

to 4:50pm

in Schaumburg EF

Have a LEGO topic you’re passionate about, but don’t want to do a full session? Then just spend five minutes on it! Five Minute Brick talks is an opportunity for convention attendees to give a brief presentation on something LEGO-related. Participants can provide simple slides in advance (PDF format, 16:9 settings, no animations) for use during their talk. Advance sign-up required. Contact fiveminutelego@wislug.org to register.

WBI Social

Led by: Megan Lum

Friday

from 4:00pm

to 4:50pm

in Schaumburg GH

Please join us to meet other women builders and allies. All are welcome!

Building a LEGO Community on Social Media

Led by: Colin Wylie (aka Wylie Bricks)

Friday

from 4:00pm

to 4:50pm

in Schaumburg BCD

Have a passion for LEGO and want to share it with the world? Sit down with Colin Wylie (@wyliebricks), a social media professional (and brick nerd), and learn how anyone can build a community on social media. The session is open to anyone, at any knowledge level.

Dirty Buildster

Led by: Gary Haas

Friday

from 5:00pm

to 5:50pm

in Euphoria

Bring a couple random bags of parts and test your building skill against everyone else participating.

Closed

Led by: Brickworld

Friday

from 5:00pm

to 12:00am

in Schaumburg EF

Event Hall Closed

Closed

Led by: Brickworld

Friday

from 5:00pm

to 12:00am

in Schaumburg GH

Event Hall Closed

RLFM Ambassador Meeting

Led by: LEGO

Friday

from 5:00pm

to 5:50pm

in Epiphany

Informal meeting and discussion session for LEGO RLFM Ambassadors. This is a closed session for RLFM Ambassadors only. A LEGO group representative will be present.

Train Demolition Derby

Led by: Monty Smith

Friday

from 5:00pm

to 5:50pm

in At Displays

Players will compete in 2-minute sessions on a double-figure-eight track layout to see which train can survive the longest, as well as which train experiences the most spectacular destruction. Repairs may be made during the 2-minute timeframe. 9 Volt powered trains are welcome, battery powered trains MUST use official Lego battery boxes, or comparable hardshell battery casing. Minimum radius will be R72.

LGBTQIA+ Builders Gathering sponsored by GayFOLs

Led by: Michael Bushong

Friday

from 5:00pm

to 5:50pm

in Schaumburg BCD

The GayFOLs group would like to welcome all LGBTQIA+ AFOLs and builders to a meet and greet session. Come meet your fellow builders in person (instead of online!), share stories, and make new connections. GayFOLs bling and other surprises will be provided, and possible surprise special guests.

Food Trucks

Led by: Brickworld

Friday

from 6:00pm

to 8:50pm

in Food Trucks

Food Trucks will be available in the circle drive near the front entrance of the convention center.

Sensory Friendly Event

Led by: Moira Bushell

Friday

from 6:00pm

to 8:50pm

in Event Hall

Co-ordinate the sensory friendly family evening on Friday.

Trans and Non-binary LEGO Fans Meetup

Led by: Just2Good

Friday

from 6:00pm

to 6:50pm

in Prosperity

Socializing event for LEGO fans of the LGBTQIA+ community! We’ll have a circle to tell each other about ourselves and our love for LEGO. If this is your first Brick World, don’t be afraid to join, as this is our first event!

LEGO Fortnite Livestream

Led by: EpikBricks

Friday

from 6:00pm

to 7:50pm

in Influencer Alley Stage

Film Festival

Led by: Casey McCoy

Friday

from 7:00pm

to 8:50pm

in Schaumburg A

Sit back, relax, and enjoy dozens of short, LEGO stop-motion animation films from Brickworld attendees and animators from all around the world! After all the films are screened, audience members will vote to determine the best films! Formal and semi-formal attire is encouraged but not required.

Esther Walner Memorial Charity Auction

Led by: Brickworld

Friday

from 7:00pm

to 8:50pm

in Schaumburg Ballroom

Esther Walner Memorial Charity Auction

Dungeons & Dragons (TTRPG)

Led by: Jesse Mohler

Friday

from 7:00pm

to 10:40pm

in Euphoria

Reserved room to play Table Top Role Playing Games (TTRPG). Jesse’s Brick Galaxy will DM a CRITICAL BRICKS D&D session using LEGO battle arenas and minifigs. Open tables for others to play their own TTRPG.

Friday Night Bricks Episode #319 LIVE from Brickworld Chicago 7PM CST

Led by: Reed Yaeger

Friday

from 7:00pm

to 8:50pm

in Epiphany

Continuing the Weekly LEGO YouTube stream from Brickworld Chicago. A chance for people to participate in the show in person either from the room we are hosting or from their MOC on the Convention floor.

Display Setup

Led by: Brickworld

Friday

from 9:00pm

to 12:00am

in Event Hall

Display Setup in the Event Hall

Titans of LEGO Animation Panel w/ Q&A

Led by: Casey McCoy

Friday

from 9:00pm

to 9:50pm

in Schaumburg A

In this special panel, LEGO animation legends Adam (AntBandit), Kevin Ulrich (Brotherhood Workshop), and Forrest Whaley (ForrestFire101) unite to share their history and expertise with LEGO Stop-motion animation. Questions will be fielded from the audience. The panel will follow immediately after the film festival, so the start time may be slightly before or after the stated start time. Attendance of the film festival is recommended.

31141 Main Street Creator 3 in 1

Led by: Will Fix

Friday

from 9:00pm

to 11:00pm

in Prosperity

https://brickworld.com/set-drafts/

Saturday

Public Expo

Led by: Brickworld

Saturday

from 10:00am

to 4:00pm

in Event Hall

Public Expo Hours

Brickfilm Theater

Led by: Casey McCoy

Saturday

from 10:00am

to 10:00pm

in Utopia

If you ever need a chance to take a break and relax, we’ll be showing films all day from Brickfilmers around the world. Pull up a chair and enjoy!

Public Expo

Led by: Brickworld

Saturday

from 10:00am

to 10:50am

in Schaumburg EFGH

Public Expo Hours

LEGO Masters Panel

Led by: Michael

Saturday

from 11:00am

to 11:50am

in Schaumburg ABCD

Join the host of podcast “TalkBricks Masters” for an exciting LEGO Masters panel featuring insights, tips, and behind-the-scenes stories from former contestants of the show.

Battle Bots Jousting

Led by: Christine Blandino

Saturday

from 11:00am

to 11:50am

in Schaumburg EFGH

Stem project. Participants will build a bot to joust with. Jousters will compete on a Rack geared track.

LEGO Mindstorms Sumo

Led by: Steve Hassenplug

Saturday

from 11:00am

to 12:50pm

in Competition Area

LEGO Mindstorms Sumo competition.

.arc – the Architecture History board game

Led by: Evan Kessens

Saturday

from 11:00am

to 11:50am

in Prosperity

LEGO Fortnite Livestream

Led by: EpikBricks

Saturday

from 12:00pm

to 1:50pm

in Influencer Alley Stage

Build a Space Mech with LEGO master Dom

Led by: Coolguydom

Saturday

from 12:00pm

to 12:50pm

in Schaumburg EFGH

LEGO space mech building event with LEGO master Dom. Come see Dom showcase his building expertise as he builds, then rebuilds a LEGO space mech. 12 guests each session will be chosen to build with LEGO Master Dom and receive a copy of LEGO Set # 60428

LIVE Concert with The Fold

Led by: Ryan Linsner

Saturday

from 1:00pm

to 2:50pm

in Full Schaumburg Ballroom

Live concert event with The Fold – The band that brought you all your favorite musical hits from “Ninjago: Masters of Spinjitzu”. Merchandise will be available for sale after the band has finished performing. Tickets may be purchased through https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-fold-live-in-concert-tickets-911784109817?aff=oddtdtcreator

Public Expo

Led by: Brickworld

Saturday

from 1:00pm

to 1:50pm

in Schaumburg EFGH

Public Expo Hours

Caboose Train

Led by: Monty Smith

Saturday

from 1:00pm

to 1:30pm

in At Displays

Everyone in the whole of Brickworld is invited to bring a Caboose to the LGMS layout to participate in a Caboose train! We will connect all the cabeese into one consist (starting with one caboose per person), send it around the layout for a few laps, and generally have a nice time doing so. All cabooses must fit on standard LEGO tracks, and must be no more than 16 bricks tall from the railhead.

Public Expo

Led by: Brickworld

Saturday

from 2:00pm

to 2:50pm

in Schaumburg EFGH

Public Expo Hours

LEGO Star Wars: The First 25 Years

Led by: Sean Hummel

Saturday

from 3:00pm

to 3:50pm

in Schaumburg ABCD

This LEGO YouTuber panel will revisit some of their favorite moments and sets of the last 25 years. Plus, they will rank their all-time favorites, discuss what they see happening in with the theme for the next 25 years and beyond! There will be an opportunity for a Q&A for the live audience as well!Panelists:
MandRProductions, LifeBricks, ShytimeIsMyTime, Special Guests and Moderated by Sean The Right Way from ACOB.

Battle Bots Jousting

Led by: Christine Blandino

Saturday

from 3:00pm

to 3:50pm

in Schaumburg EFGH

Stem project. Participants will build a bot to joust with. Jousters will compete on a Rack geared track.

12 Step Recovery Meeting

Led by: Matt Feldhaus

Saturday

from 4:00pm

to 4:50pm

in Epiphany

For anyone who wants to stop drinking or doing drugs.

3rd Annual Comedy Show featuring The Illegal Building Techniques Comedy Group

Led by: Ryan Linsner

Saturday

from 6:00pm

to 7:30pm

in Schaumburg East

1.5 hour long comedy show with The Illegal Building Techniques Comedy Group. This is the third year for this special event. Proceeds will benefit the charities of Lurie Children’s Hospital and the Make-A-Wish Foundation

Garage Sale

Led by: Reed Yeager

Saturday

from 8:00pm

to 9:50pm

in Schaumburg West

Buy, sell, or trade minifigures, sets, builds, and anything LEGO. Tables will be first come, first served through purchase through your registration page for a $5 donation. All donations will go to our charity fundraiser. You are limited to 1/2 of a table for selling. There is a timed entry lottery for attendees wishing to go into the garage sale, available as a free purchase through your registration page. Anyone may enter after 9:00pm if you don’t get into the lottery.

Speakeasy

Led by: Bootleggers

Saturday

from 8:00pm

to 9:50pm

in Schaumburg ABCD

Indulge in a clandestine soirée at a 21+ speakeasy, where LEGO enthusiasts can try some drinks, swap building tips, and revel in a hidden world of creative block-building nostalgia. There will be a few brick related activities to keep you entertained, or you can just relax and enjoy the company of friends. So come out to the Brickworld Speakeasy! It’s the perfect place to let loose and have some fun (please be responsible).There will be a few brick related activities to keep you entertained, or you can just relax and enjoy the company of friends. So come one, come all to Brickworld Speakeasy! It’s the perfect place to let loose and have some fun.

Food Trucks

Led by: Brickworld

Saturday

from 9:00pm

to 11:50pm

in Food Trucks

Food Trucks will be available in the circle drive near the front entrance of the convention center.

World Of Lights

Led by: Brickworld

Saturday

from 10:00pm

to 11:50pm

in Event Hall

World Of Lights

Sunday

Brickfilm Theater

Led by: Casey McCoy

Sunday

from 10:00am

to 3:00pm

in Epiphany

If you ever need a chance to take a break and relax, we’ll be showing films all day from Brickfilmers around the world. Pull up a chair and enjoy!

Public Expo

Led by: Brickworld

Sunday

from 10:00am

to 3:00pm

in Event Hall

Public Expo Hours

Public Expo

Led by: Brickworld

Sunday

from 10:00am

to 10:50am

in Schaumburg EFGH

Public Expo Hours

Battle Bots Jousting

Led by: Christine Blandino

Sunday

from 11:00am

to 11:50am

in Schaumburg EFGH

Stem project. Participants will build a bot to joust with. Jousters will compete on a Rack geared track.

LEGO Masters Panel

Led by: Michael

Sunday

from 11:00am

to 11:50am

in Utopia Ballroom

Join the host of podcast “TalkBricks Masters” for an exciting LEGO Masters panel featuring insights, tips, and behind-the-scenes stories from former contestants of the show.

LEGO Fortnite Livestream

Led by: EpikBricks

Sunday

from 12:00pm

to 1:50pm

in Influencer Alley Stage

Public Expo

Led by: Brickworld

Sunday

from 12:00pm

to 12:50pm

in Schaumburg EFGH

Public Expo Hours

Build a Space Mech with LEGO master Dom

Led by: Coolguydom

Sunday

from 1:00pm

to 1:50pm

in Schaumburg EFGH

R/C Vehicle Demolition Derby

Led by: John Brost

Sunday

from 1:00pm

to 1:50pm

in Competition Area

Pit your remote control LEGO vehicle against all comers in a last-one-standing demolition derby.

The BIGGEST LEGO YouTuber Panel Ever hosted by Republic Studs

Led by: Logan Kaplan / Republic Studs

Sunday

from 1:00pm

to 1:50pm

in Utopia Ballroom

With TheB3, Tiago Catarino, Danibob, Duckbricks, and HUGE SURPRISE Guests! Who will be discussing the history of LEGO YouTube and how to grow a LEGO channel.

Public Expo

Led by: Brickworld

Sunday

from 2:00pm

to 2:50pm

in Schaumburg EFGH

Public Expo Hours

Closing Ceremony

Led by: Brickworld

Sunday

from 3:00pm

to 4:50pm

in Utopia Ballroom

Closing Ceremonies