OK, Lego enthusiasts, this is your weekend. For the first time, the Springfield Brick Convention is coming to the Illinois State Fairgrounds. See massive models, meet professional Lego artists and build with thousands of bricks in hands-on building zones. This entertainment-packed family event is for children of all ages and builders and collectors of all skills and interests. It also will feature special guests, vendors and more. Buy tickets online at brickconvention.com/springfield. Meanwhile, Lincoln Library also is hosting a free “Lego Monster Event” from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Saturday where children 5 and older will be building with Lego bricks.
Brick Convention
Sat., Oct. 10 and Sun., Oct. 11, sessions 10 a.m.–1p.m. and 2-5 p.m. both days
Orr Building, Illinois State Fairgrounds
801 Sangamon Ave.
$15-$20
This article appears in October 8-14, 2026.
