From Cute to Creepy, Lego’s Halloween Sets Make the Season More Fun

Give your front door a brick-built Halloween makeover with the Lego Halloween Wreath. With 617 pieces, this decoration combines pumpkins, autumn leaves, and other festive details into a wreath you can assemble, display, and pull out year after year.A built-in string makes it easy to hang once the last piece clicks into place. It’s a fun project for older kids and adults alike, and a nice alternative to the usual Halloween decor.Nothing screams “this is Halloween” quite like the Disney and Tim Burton classic The Nightmare Before Christmas. The 2,193-piece build recreates the movie’s iconic hilltop scene, complete with Jack Skellington, Sally, Zero, and other familiar details from the film. Designed with adult builders in mind, it’s part construction project, part display piece and a fitting centerpiece for anyone who thinks Halloween decorations should have a little gothic charm.Advertisement - Continue Reading BelowEspecially great for younger builders who love trucks, this 177-piece set combines a bright orange pickup with a giant jack-o’-lantern. Designed for builders ages 8 and up, it’s also a quick project that won’t take all night to finish, leaving plenty of time for candy, costumes, and whatever seasonal plans you have in store.Advertisement - Continue Reading BelowThis set is a celebration of my personal favorite film to watch in the Halloween season (or as it’s known in my house, hoa hoa hoa season). The 2,422-piece build recreates the Cullen family’s secluded home, complete with Edward, Bella, Jacob, and four more minifigures for fans to stage their own supernatural drama.Not every Halloween decoration needs to be scary or movie-themed. Lego’s Halloween Cat & Mouse set features an adorable black cat, a tiny mouse, and a jack-o’-lantern for a playful bit of seasonal décor. With its compact size and quick build, it’s an easy project for younger builders or parents looking for a fun, season activity for the whole family.Advertisement - Continue Reading BelowThis set turns Sally’s colorful patchwork aesthetic into a brick-built planter, complete with a cheerful flower and plenty of quirky details. Designed for builders ages 9 and up, it’s a fun way to bring a bit of Halloween to a bedroom shelf, desk, or windowsill. No green thumb required.Sarah Connor is a Reviews Editor for Popular Mechanics. She also contributes to Runner’s World, Bicycling, Best Products, and Biography.com. Before joining the Hearst Magazines team, Sarah was a National Content Editor for Hearst Television. She holds a master's in Journalism from Syracuse University and a dual bachelor's in English and Communications from the University of Pittsburgh. When she isn’t writing up a review of the newest gadgets, you can find her heading to the nearest rink for a figure skating session or enjoying the outdoors with her beloved Australian Shepherd, Rosie.