Minifigure Trading at LEGOLAND New York Resort is an exciting and interactive activity where guests can trade LEGO Minifigures with park employees, known as Model Citizens, or at designated trading posts throughout the park. Here's how it works:
Step 1 – Bring or Build a LEGO® Minifigure: You can bring a LEGO Minifigure from home or buy one from the retail shops at LEGOLAND. The Minifigure must be complete, including head, torso, and legs. Note that LEGO® Friends Minifigures cannot be traded as they don't stick to employee brick badges.
Step 2 – Find the Minifigure You Want to Trade For: Look for Minifigures on Model Citizens' Brick Badges or visit one of the Minifigure Trading Posts located throughout the resort. Trading posts can be found at:
- Minimarket
- The Guest Experience Center
- Build & Test
- DUPLO Family Care Center
- Smugglers Haul
- Little Big Shop (in the hotel)
Step 3 – Trade! Ask a Model Citizen to trade Minifigures with you. They'll exchange your Minifigure for one on their Brick Badge. You can trade as many times as you like!
Top Tips for Minifigure Trading:
- Say hi to team members and check their name badges for Minifigures you want.
- Keep an eye out for new Minifigure releases and plan your visit accordingly.
- Share your trades on Instagram and Facebook using #LEGOLANDNewYork.
- Keep a list of desired Minifigures at home so you don't forget.
- Ask your parents to help spot cool Minifigures while you enjoy the park.
- Store your trading Minifigures in a special bag or wallet for easy access.
If you can't find a specific Minifigure, ask any Model Citizen—they might know who has it!