June 11–15, 2025 · Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center
Brickworld Chicago is our premier annual convention — a five-day celebration of creativity, community, and all things LEGO®!
The convention kicks off on Wednesday of event week and runs through Sunday, with a schedule packed full of experiences for both convention participants and public attendees.
From Wednesday to Friday, the event is open exclusively to badged attendees. These days are designed especially for Adult Fans of LEGO® (AFOLs) to connect, collaborate, and showcase their work. You’ll have time to:
Whether you're a longtime builder or new to the scene, the convention is a chance to learn, build, and bond.
The doors open to the public on the weekend for our Brickworld Expo, where guests can view stunning displays, meet the creators behind them, and enjoy a variety of LEGO-themed experiences. Special events and surprises make it a can’t-miss for fans of all ages.
We offer two types of badges:
| Badge Type | ||
|---|---|---|
| Full | Weekend | |
| Late Registration after May 31st 2025 | $200.00 | $120.00 |
| Badge Cost from March 1st – May 31st 2025 | $160.00 | $100.00 |
| Early Registration (ends February 28 2025) | $120.00 | $80.00 |
| Check-In Begins | Wednesday Afternoon | Saturday Morning* |
| Opening Ceremony Access (Wednesday) | ✓ | |
| Event Hall Access (Wed – Sat 10 AM) | ✓ | |
| Display Creations (Individual and Collaborative) | ✓ | |
| Eligible for Creation Awards | ✓ | |
| Workshop, Presentation, Set Draft, Games, Competition and other Activities Access | ✓ | |
| Garage Sale Access (Thursday evening) | ✓ | |
| Participate in Charity Fundraiser | ✓ | |
| Event Hall Access (Sat 10 AM – Sun) | ✓ | ✓ |
| World of Lights Access | ✓ | ✓ |
| Saturday Game and Social Activity Access | ✓ | ✓ |
| Awards Ceremony Access (Sunday) | ✓ | ✓ |
| Brickworld Printed Badge | ✓ | ✓ |
| Commemorative Brick | ✓ |
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| Preorder Items | ✓ | ✓ |
* badges valid from 9 AM Saturday morning until close of event. Pickup starts at 8:30 AM Saturday at box office.
** if available.
| Time | Title | Presenter | Room |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12:00PM | Registration Open | Brickworld | Registration Desk |
| 12:00PM - 12:00AM | Display Setup | Brickworld | Event Hall |
| 2:00PM - 2:50PM | New Attendee Orientation | Philip Straatsma | TBD |
| 7:00PM - 8:00PM | Opening Ceremonies | Mark Larson | Ballroom |
| Time | Title | Presenter | Room |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8:00AM - 12:00AM | Display Setup | Brickworld | Event Hall |
| 9:00AM - 9:50AM | New Attendee Orientation | Philip Straatsma | TBD |
| Time | Title | Presenter | Room |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8:00AM | Display Setup | Brickworld | Event Hall |
| 9:00AM - 9:50AM | New Attendee Orientation | Philip Straatsma | TBD |
| 8:00PM - 10:00PM | Garage Sale | Brickworld | TBD |
| Time | Title | Presenter | Room |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10:00AM - 4:00PM | Public Expo | Brickworld | Event Hall |
| 6:00PM - 7:50PM | Charity Auction | Brickworld | TBD |
| 8:00PM - 9:50PM | Film Festival | Casey McCoy | TBD |
| Time | Title | Presenter | Room |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9:00AM - 11:00AM | Low Sensory Hours | Brickworld | Event Hall |
| 11:00AM - 3:00PM | Public Expo | Brickworld | Event Hall |
| 4:00PM - 5:00PM | Awards Ceremonies | Mark Larson | Ballroom |
