Illuminate Your Celebrations: A Look at the LEGO® Spring Festival Trotting Lantern (80116)

The Year of the Snake is almost upon us, and what better way to celebrate than with the vibrant and engaging LEGO® Spring Festival Trotting Lantern (80116)? This isn’t just a build; it’s an immersive experience that combines the joy of LEGO construction with the rich cultural traditions of the Spring Festival.

Designed for builders aged 9 and up, this 1,295-piece set offers a captivating challenge and a stunning final product. The centerpiece is a beautifully crafted lantern, a symbol of good fortune and light during the festival. But this lantern is far from ordinary. A cleverly integrated LEGO light brick, activated by pressing the rotating central column, casts a warm glow through one of two included silhouette windows. This allows you to customize the lighting effect, creating different moods and atmospheres.

The lantern’s design goes beyond simple aesthetics. The top of the lantern is removable, revealing a cleverly designed second tier, also removable, that folds out to showcase three enchanting miniature scenes. These scenes depict a bustling food stall, a vibrant decorations stall, and a captivating shadow theater – perfect for imaginative play.

Five minifigures – two adults, two children, and a character dressed in a striking Year of the Snake costume – add to the narrative. These minifigures bring the scenes to life, encouraging hours of creative storytelling and role-playing.

Building the Lantern is a rewarding experience, perfect for solo construction or a fun family activity. The LEGO Builder app provides an intuitive building guide, allowing builders to zoom in, rotate models in 3D, and track their progress. This makes the build accessible and enjoyable for builders of all skill levels.

Once complete, the Trotting Lantern stands as a beautiful centerpiece, measuring over 9 inches (23 cm) high and 8.5 inches (21 cm) in diameter. Its vibrant colors and intricate details make it a stunning display piece, a wonderful addition to any LEGO collection. It also complements other sets (sold separately) within the LEGO Spring Festival range.

This isn’t just a LEGO set; it’s a cultural experience, a family activity, and a lasting keepsake. The LEGO® Spring Festival Trotting Lantern (80116) is a truly special set that combines the best of LEGO construction with the spirit of the Spring Festival. It’s the perfect gift to celebrate the Year of the Snake and create lasting memories.

Key Features:

• 1295 pieces
• 5 Minifigures
• Integrated LEGO Light Brick (batteries included)
• 2 interchangeable silhouette windows
• Removable top and upper tier with 3 festive scenes
• Measures over 9 in. (23 cm) high and 8.5 in. (21 cm) in diameter
• Price: 99,99 €
• Availability: Coming Soon on 1 January 2025

Learn more and order yours from the official LEGO website: https://www.lego.com/en-de/product/trotting-lantern-80116

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