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As LEGO wraps up another busy year, fans can start looking forward to 2025 with two exciting new Chinese New Year sets set to launch just in time for the Year of the Snake. Continuing LEGO's tradition of celebrating the Lunar New Year with intricate designs and cultural references, 2025 brings the much-anticipated arrival of 80116 Trotting Lantern and 80117 Good Fortune. While we also have a special gift-with-purchase (GWP) brick-built set, 40707 Year of the Snake, these two main sets are likely to be the true highlights of the holiday season for fans and collectors alike.
LEGO 80116 Trotting Lantern
At 1,295 pieces, the 80116 Trotting Lantern is poised to be the centerpiece of LEGO’s Chinese New Year collection this year. Fans can expect a beautifully detailed lantern adorned with vibrant festival elements, representing the Year of the Snake with symbolic designs and traditional Chinese New Year colors. Rumors suggest this lantern might feature a unique mechanism allowing it to "trot" or sway, adding a dynamic touch to this festive display and perhaps even capturing the energy of a lively parade.
Set Details LEGO 80116 Trotting Lantern
- Set number: 80116
- Set name: Trotting Lantern
- Piece count: 1,295
- Minifigures: 0
- Release date: December 26, 2024 (China and parts of Europe); January 10, 2025 (North America)
- Price: estimated over $100 / €100 / £100
- Availability: LEGO
LEGO 80117 Good Fortune
The 80117 Good Fortune set, with 1,021 pieces, appears to focus on iconic symbols of prosperity and luck. This set might feature a traditional shrine or gate decked out in rich reds and golds, representing luck and abundance.
With possible inclusions like gold ingots, oranges, and minifigures carrying red envelopes, this set celebrates the spirit of the holiday and offers plenty of interactive and display possibilities. For those familiar with LEGO’s previous Lunar New Year sets, you’ll likely find new printed pieces, festive minifigures, and thoughtful detailing to bring the tradition to life.
Set Details LEGO 80117 Good Fortune
- Set number: 80117
- Set name: Good Fortune
- Piece count: 1,021
- Minifigures: 0
- Release date: December 26, 2024 (China and parts of Europe); January 10, 2025 (North America)
- Price: estimated over $100 / €100 / £100
- Availability: LEGO
Availability and Pricing
These sets are expected to be in high demand given the ongoing popularity of LEGO’s Lunar New Year collection. The initial release in China and parts of Europe on December 26, 2024, will give early access to fans in those regions, while a broader global release on January 10, 2025, will make these sets available to a wider audience, including North America. Although prices are yet to be confirmed, both sets are expected to exceed the $100 mark, reflecting the scale and intricacy of the builds.
For those looking to celebrate the Year of the Snake in LEGO style, both 80116 Trotting Lantern and 80117 Good Fortune promise to add vibrant, culturally rich pieces to any collection. With intricate details and cultural symbols, these sets continue LEGO's tradition of bringing the essence of Lunar New Year to fans worldwide.
What do you think about these upcoming releases? Are you planning to add them to your collection? Share your thoughts and let us know which past Chinese New Year sets have been your favorites!
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