Best Black Friday Lego deals 2024: Early discounts are starting to appear
Build up your collection for less this year
Black Friday Lego deals 2024 seem to have kicked off early, even though the sale isn't supposed to start for another two weeks. More specifically, must-have discounts are starting to rear their heads at a variety of retailers. While I'm expecting the best offers to be held back until Black Friday itself, you can get some tempting reductions if you're quick.
No matter whether you want to build up your collection or secure some presents ahead of the Holiday season, these Black Friday Lego deals are your best chance. November's offers are almost always better than anything we see all year. Yes, I know - the sale is better known for its tech reductions. But you can get some top-tier savings on toys as well. Besides allowing you to secure many of the best Lego sets for a fraction of their normal price, you can find plenty of gift-worthy kits for much less than usual. With Christmas following hot on the heels of Lego Black Friday deals, that's not an opportunity to be sniffed at.
To help you save time as well as money, you'll find my advice on how to take advantage of this year's Black Friday Lego deals below. Besides filling you in on where you'll discover the best reductions, I've got some tips on which sets are ones to watch in 2024 as well. Additionally, the GamesRadar+ bargain-hunting team and I will keep this page furnished with the latest price cuts as and when we find them.
Today's best Lego deals ahead of Black Friday
- Amazon deals: Save up to $34
- Walmart deals: Get up to $34 off
- Best Buy deals: Up to $9 off
- Lego Store deals: Save up to 40%
UK
- Amazon deals: Save up to £32
- Very deals: Up to £35 off
- John Lewis deals: Save up to £100
- Lego Store deals: Get up to 40% off
- Smyths deals: Save up to £160
Lego Mos Espa Podrace Diorama | $79.99 $59.99 at Amazon
Save $20 - Ah, I love the smell of a lowest-ever price in the morning. This very cool miniature recreation of Phantom Menace's iconic podrace has never been cheaper than it is now, and beforehand, the best we'd seen was around $67.
Buy it if:
✅ You want a cool, classy display piece
✅ You're a fan of the prequels
Don't buy it if:
❌ You're buying for kids
Price check:
💲 Walmart | $79.95
💲 Lego | $79.99
⭐ UK price: £69.99 £51.99 at Amazon
Lego Dancing Groot | $44.99 $35.95 at Walmart
Save $9 - Lowest-price alert for a very cute Lego Groot! This potted version of the Guardian of the Galaxy hasn't ever been cheaper before now, so hopefully it's a sign of things to come for Black Friday.
Buy it if:
✅ You want something characterful
✅ You're looking for a desk buddy
Don't buy it if:
❌ You'd prefer the other Groot kits
Price check:
💲 Amazon | $35.99
💲 Lego | $44.99
⭐ UK price: £34.99 £29.99 at John Lewis
Lego Harry Potter Hogwarts Castle & Grounds | $169.99 $135.95 at Amazon
Save $34 - This is probably my stand-out deal for the week, because Hogwarts Castle & Grounds is arguably the best Harry Potter set for most people thanks to being hugely evocative but not overly massive. It's never been cheaper than it is now, either.
Buy it if:
✅ You want something truly iconic
✅ You don't want to pay/display the massive version
Don't buy it if:
❌ You already have the big one
Price check:
💲 Walmart | $135.95
💲 Lego | $169.99
⭐ UK price: £149.99 £114.99 at Very
Lego Harry Potter Advent Calendar 2024 | $44.99 $35.99 at Walmart
Save $9 - To my knowledge, this kit hasn't ever been cheaper. Considering how popular the advent calendar range becomes as we draw closer to December, it may be worth diving in now.
Buy it if:
✅ You want to be organized this year
✅ You're worried about it selling out later
Don't buy it if:
❌ You're happy to wait for a better offer
Price check:
💲 Amazon | OOS
💲 Lego | $44.99
⭐ UK price: £29.99 £24.99 at Smyths
Lego Animal Crossing Nook's Cranny & Rosie's House | $74.99 $59.95 at Amazon
Save $11 - We rarely see discounts on the adorable Animal Crossing kits, so being able to get this one for its cheapest ever rate isn't an offer to ignore. It usually averages $68, so this is a particularly strong discount ahead of 2024's Black Friday Lego deals.
Buy it if:
✅ You want a centerpiece to your collection
✅ You're buying for adults or kids
Don't buy it if:
❌ You were hoping for a full Nook's Cranny
Price check:
💲 Walmart | $59.95
💲 Lego | $74.99
⭐ UK price: £64.99 £39.99 at Very
Lego Super Mario Piranha Plant | $59.99 $47.95 at Amazon
Save $12 - This is a record low price on the classic Mario baddie, and because the kit normally averages $58 or so, it's an even more impressive bargain.
Buy it if:
✅ You want a cool desk or shelf buddy
✅ You're looking for the perfect gift
Don't buy it if:
❌ You'd rather save your money for Mighty Bowser
Price check:
💲 Walmart | $47.95
💲 Lego | $59.99
⭐ UK price: £57.99 £39.99 at Amazon
Black Friday Lego deals FAQ
When will Black Friday Lego deals start?
Black Friday Lego deals 2024 will take place this November 29. If there's one thing we can count on, it's when the annual sale takes place; the event always occurs after Thanksgiving and on the final Friday of November.
Officially, at least. More realistically, the reductions kick off from early to mid-November. That means the sale is already underway at some retailers, and it'll continue into December (at which point the offers are rebranded as Cyber Monday Lego deals).
Essentially, you have longer than you might think to take advantage of these savings. Just remember, the best offers will be saved for Black Friday itself and probably won't last long. I've seen flash sales on high-profile kits such as Rivendell drop unexpectedly on Black Friday and disappear a couple of hours later, for example.
Where will the best Black Friday Lego deals be?
While usual suspects like Amazon are sure to go all in on Black Friday Lego deals this year (they always do), there are alternatives worth considering as well. For example, it's worth watching out for Walmart in 2024. I've been monitoring the retailer ahead of this year's sale and it's been consistently better than the competition, so keep that in mind as things heat up.
The official Lego site is another worthy candidate. I've seen plenty of generous discounts across its range before, and a very healthy 20% was knocked off many sets in Black Fridays past. Seeing as it features some exclusive items you won't find anywhere else, bearing it in mind this November is a must.
Supermarkets are also a great place to go deals-hunting, and some of their offers are better than anything else you'll see. UK shops in particular get their share of excellent Black Friday Lego deals; Aldi sliced a whopping 60% off the Millennium Falcon a little while back, for instance. Have a look online or in person during the 2024 sales in case we get more hot discounts.
So, TLDR? Keep an eye on the following:
US
- Amazon: Traditionally the best all-rounder
- Walmart: DSurprisingly good discounts
- Lego: Discounts can be up to 40%
- Zavvi: Surprisingly good price-cuts
- Best Buy: Great variety of savings
UK
- Amazon: A great all-rounder
- Lego: Discounts of up to 40%
- Zavvi: Great reductions on fan-favorites
- Very: Reliable source of offers
- Argos: Excellent for savings on playsets
- John Lewis: Good for UCS savings
Does Lego take part in Black Friday?
Although the discounts might not be as wide-ranging as they are at other retailers, the Lego Store does get involved with Black Friday. Indeed, you can save 20% on average and anywhere up to 40% if you're quick. These price cuts include multiple ranges, with everything from the enormous Avengers Hulkbuster to the Atari set going on offer in the past.
What does Black Friday mean for Lego fans?
While Black Friday is better known for its tech discounts, you can get some cracking offers on Lego during the event. In fact, some of the year's best prices are found during this November sales extravaganza.
In a nutshell, that is what Black Friday means for Lego fans - the chance to save record amounts on sets that rarely get a reduction (alongside some that do). We've seen this happen over and over again in years gone by, so 2024 shouldn't be any different. As a case in point, the highly sought-after Rivendell kit dropped to its lowest ever price for a limited time last year, and proved to be the best opportunity to save on the kit we've seen before or since. Now that hotly anticipated newcomers such as Barad-dur, D&D, Nightmare Before Christmas, and Zelda have joined the range, I'm hoping we'll see a similar occurrence this November.
Do Lego Insiders get special deals?
If you're part of Lego's own Insiders program (basically their free sign-up membership), you will indeed get some exclusive offers. That's why it's a good idea to watch the official Lego store when Black Friday gets going.
What to expect from Black Friday Lego deals 2024
Lego goes weapons free so far as deals are concerned in November, and that means you can save on everything from cheap kits to the most expensive sets. While the former often get discounted, it's the latter you should watch out for. Seeing as they so rarely go on offer, this is the best time to buy something like Lego Rivendell; premium builds tend to hold their price for most of the year, so it's your best chance of getting them for less.
In terms of specifics, I'd keep a close eye on the pricier kits that launched in the first half of 2024 or the final months of last year - we're talking the Lego Dune Atreides Royal Ornithopter, Barad-dur, D&D, Avengers Tower, etc. These haven't enjoyed any major reduction yet, so I suspect Black Friday will be their chance. Seeing as they normally weigh in at several hundred dollars or pounds, that's one hell of an opportunity.
Want a broader overview? No problem. Here's what you need to know:
🎬 Sets based on popular franchises enjoy the most frequent discounts
Generally speaking, the most popular Black Friday Lego deals belong to IPs like Star Wars, Harry Potter, and Marvel. These make up the lion's share of savings in my experience, which is understandable; they're hot stuff. As an example, 'Lego Star Wars' and 'Lego Millennium Falcon' are some of the most searched Black Friday terms according to my keyword research. And honestly, that buzz is understandable; during a Black Friday not so long ago, the Lego UCS Millennium Falcon enjoyed the best discount it's had in the UK for ages.
💲 Premium sets get the biggest price cuts
While cheap and mid-range sets receive plenty of eye-catching reductions, the most expensive ones steal the limelight. That's because hundreds of dollars/pounds can be - and often are - knocked off the MSRP. Actually, I've often seen up to $200 fall away from high-end Technic, Star Wars, and Harry Potter kits more than once.
🧱 Classic Lego isn't left behind, though
That isn't to say non-IP brands will get ignored, of course. City, Classic, Ideas, Icons, Technic, and the rest always receive plenty of savings too, and we'd anticipate new additions to the ever gift-worthy flowers range (like the roses) getting slashed. Indeed, some of the steepest reductions are for the Classic brick boxes that get you a load of building blocks for your own projects.
🎄 Get your Lego advent calendars during Black Friday
Finally, it's always worth waiting until Black Friday if you want Lego advent calendars. These hit all-time low prices during the 2023 November sale, so keep that in mind for 2024. Just be aware that stock becomes increasingly sparse as we near December, however, so don't hang about for too long.
❌ A lot of third-party knock-offs will appear
You can basically guarantee that Amazon will be flooded with naff third-party Lego knock-offs during this year's Black Friday sale, so be sure to look a little closer if something seems too good to be true.
Last year's best Black Friday Lego deals
Lego Hogwarts Express - Collector's Edition | $499.99 $349.99 at Amazon
Save $150 - That was a huge reduction on this new, fancier version of the Hogwarts Express, and it had never been cheaper. It was also listed as a Cyber Monday offer, so lasted through the weekend.
Lego Lamborghini Sián FKP 37 | $449.99 $293.99 at Amazon
Save $156 - Good lord, that was quite literally the cheapest this impressive Technic set had ever been. As in, by loads. The lowest price we'd seen before was around $360.
Lego Jurassic Park Visitor Centre | $129.99 $83.99 at Amazon
Save $46 - This new kit had actually dropped by a lot more than we expected, and ended up sitting pretty at its lowest ever price.
Lego Star Wars Advent Calendar 2023 | $44.99 $20 at Walmart
Save $25 - That was last year's Star Wars advent calendar at its lowest ever price by a long way, so ended up being one of the better Black Friday Lego deals if you wanted to get organized ahead of December.
Lego Marvel Advent Calendar 2023 | $44.99 $20 at Walmart
Save $25 - Well hello, what have we here? Its a lowest-ever price, you say? What excellent timing... and the Black Friday Lego deals had barely gotten started.
Lego Luke Skywalker's X-Wing Fighter | $49.99 $32.39 at Amazon
Save $16 - This was a record-low price to kick things off for last year's Black Friday Lego deals. Luke's X-Wing had always been a popular set, and we imagine it crashing beyond its previous cheapest point by $8 wouldn't have hurt.
Lego Harry Potter Advent Calendar 2023 | $44.99 $20 at Walmart
Save $25 - And there we go, yet another record low price. You could get the latest Harry Potter advent calendar from Lego for less than it'd ever been, and have it ready in time for December.
Lego Marvel I am Groot | $54.99 $43.99 at Amazon
Save $11 - D'aww, isn't he adorable? He'd also never been cheaper, so that was pretty great too. A good get with the Black Friday Lego deals, basically. Oh, and if you'd prefer a 'Venomized' version of Groot, that was available for 20% less at Amazon too.
Lego Back to the Future DeLorean | $199.99 $155 at Amazon
Save $45 - Great Scott, that was this kit's lowest ever price! That made it one of the better Black Friday Lego deals overall.
Lego TIE Fighter | $44.99 $29.19 at Amazon
Save $16 - This TIE kit had literally never been cheaper. Actually, that was the set's lowest price by at least a couple of dollars...
Lego Dobby The House Elf | $34.99 $28 at Amazon
Save $7 - Master has given Dobby his lowest ever price! We'd not seen this cute kit for less, so it was already one of the better Black Friday Lego deals.
UK deals
Lego Rivendell | £429.99 £389.98 at Amazon
Save £40 - My precious set had never been cheaper than this, so if you'd been waiting for your chance to strike, this was it.
Lego UCS Millennium Falcon | £734.99 £584.99 at Smyths
Save £150 - This enormous kit hadn't been much cheaper than this, and not for a long time. If our calculations are correct, not since Black Friday 2020 when it was £548.67...
Lego Hogwarts Castle and Grounds | £149.99 £95.99 at Amazon
Save £54 - The lowest price for this new version of Hogwarts arrived for Black Friday last year, and it was a faintly ridiculous discount for something so new.
Lego Icons Bonsai Tree | £44.99 £28.73 at Amazon
Save £16 - This was the cheapest price we'd seen this botanical build drop to, making it a perfect gift to brighten up someone's living space.
Lego Atari 2600 | £209.99 £146.99 at Lego
Save £63 - Here's another great offer for last year's Black Friday Lego deals. By our reckoning, this kit had never been cheaper... and it has only hit £159 (ish) before now.
Lego Star Wars Advent Calendar 2023 | £29.99 £22.50 at Argos
Save £7.50 - This was one of the better Black Friday Lego deals we've seen for advent calendars, so was well worth a look.
Lego Harry Potter Advent Calendar 2023 | £29.99 £20 at Lego
Save £10 - And there we go, nearly a record low price. With December fast approaching, it wasn't the worst idea to get prepared with this saving. It'd only ever been half a pound cheaper.
Lego Captain America's Shield | £179.99 £129.99 at Amazon
Save £50 - Cap's shield had literally never been cheaper, so the sale was a great time to dive in if you'd had your eye on the kit.
Lego Super Mario The Mighty Bowser | £229.99 £154.99 at Amazon
Save £69 - This set may have briefly dropped lower at the end of 2022, but this was the cheapest price we'd seen Mario's adversary available for in a while.
Naturally, Black Friday Lego deals aren't the only worthwhile offers this November. We can also expect some cracking Black Friday board game deals, not to mention D&D Black Friday deals.
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