News Summary
The Brick Fan Event is taking place at the Florida State Fairgrounds in Tampa, uniting LEGO fans with activities including life-size builds, STEM challenges, and themed exhibits. Running from August 10 to August 11, attendees can participate in interactive zones, enjoy competitions, and visit a vendor area with exclusive LEGO products. The event showcases the growing Lego community, anticipating attendance of up to 10,000 people, offering a unique experience for builders of all ages.
Tampa
The Brick Fan Event is currently underway at the Florida State Fairgrounds in Tampa, attracting LEGO enthusiasts of all ages. This event celebrates the creativity and community built around LEGO, one of the world’s most beloved toys.
The Brick Fan Event runs through Sunday, August 11, 2024, featuring a variety of activities designed to engage attendees. These include towering life-size builds, interactive build zones, and educational STEM challenges. Attendees can explore themed exhibits, including a Jurassic zone in collaboration with the Glazer Children’s Museum, which features a fossil dig and a mini-John triceratops character.
Show hours are Saturday, August 10, from 10 AM to 5 PM and Sunday, August 11, from 10 AM to 4 PM. Tickets for entry to the event are priced at $25, available at the door while supplies last or can be purchased in advance online at BrickFanEvent.com. Advance ticket purchases are recommended, as they are expected to sell out quickly. Special discounts are also available for FOX 13 viewers who can use the code “FOX” during online checkout.
Interactive Experiences and Competitions
Among the activities designed for fans are racetracks and Star Wars galactic creations. Children can enjoy the Kids Zone, filled with thousands of Duplo bricks to encourage younger builders. Enthusiasts can engage in a LEGO RC off-road course and design their own LEGO cars to race against others.
The event will also showcase impressive displays created by both fans and professional builders, featuring themes such as moon bases and LEGO cities. For those looking for a challenge, competitions will feature the Strongest Bridge LEGO designs, mentored by Master Builder Dan Steininger.
A Vendor Area and Rich History
An additional attraction includes a vendor area where attendees can purchase hard-to-find LEGO sets and minifigures. The Brick Fan Event has a rich history, having commenced in Atlanta in 2014. It has consistently grown in popularity, with an expected attendance of 8,000 to 10,000 people this year, reflecting its increasing appeal among the LEGO community.
This annual event not only serves as a platform for creativity but also fosters community engagement among LEGO fans. Overall, the Brick Fan Event in Tampa provides a comprehensive experience that combines entertainment, education, and the joy of building with LEGO.
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