The Nike and LEGO® Play Arena Returns to LEGOLAND® California Resort This Summer After Hit Debut
- Wednesday June 18th 2025
Carlsbad, CA (June 18, 2025) – Back by popular demand, the Nike and LEGO® Play Arena returns to LEGOLAND® California Resort from July 1 to August 10, inviting kids and families back into the game for another summer of active, creative fun. The return kicks off just in time to celebrate the launch of the highly anticipated Nike Dunk x LEGO set, available starting July 1 — with sets also available for purchase at LEGOLAND California Resort, as well as the retail date of Nike Air Max Dn x LEGO Collection on August 1.
This exciting basketball-themed experience – a global collaboration between Nike and The LEGO Group – brings together active and creative play to fuel the future of youth sport in a one-of-a-kind arena designed just for kids and their families. Admission to the Nike and LEGO Play Arena is included with general admission to LEGOLAND California Resort.
Guests can get in the game at the Nike and LEGO Play Arena, where a lineup of interactive, basketball-inspired activities awaits. Kids can design their own LEGO Minifigure Athlete Trading Card, complete with stylish Nike gear, and use LEGO bricks to build and display their own LEGO Mini Basketball Jerseys. Families can take on the LEGO 3-Point Shot Challenge, testing their skills on a custom-built court that brings the fun of basketball to life in LEGO form. To top it all off, guests can capture the moment with a photo at the vibrant Wall of Fame—the perfect keepsake from this playful, action-packed experience.
And that’s just the start of an epic summer bursting with creativity, connection, and the magic of imagination at LEGOLAND California Resort. At the center of the excitement is the Summer Block Party – a high-energy, season-long celebration packed with live entertainment, interactive shows, surprise character appearances, and nonstop opportunities to play, build, and explore. Adding to the fun is the grand return of the LEGO® World Parade, a vibrant procession of LEGO themed floats and fan-favorite characters that bring the streets of LEGOLAND to life in spectacular fashion.
Here’s what’s happening all summer long with more play, more energy, and more LEGO fun:
- Now Open – LEGOLAND® Water Park and Chima Water Park: Splash into summer with thrilling slides, splash zones, and cool-down spots perfect for all ages.
- LEGO Masters Filming (June 20–22): Watch the magic happen as LEGO Masters films onsite at LEGOLAND California Resort.
- Red, White and BOOM! (July 4): An epic Independence Day bash complete with dazzling fireworks and festive family fun.
- High-Energy Live Shows: Including the can't-miss LEGOLAND Jam, sure to get everyone dancing.
- All-New Driving Schools: Where kids can learn the rules of the road and earn their very own LEGOLAND driver’s license.
- Ultimate LEGO Sleepover: Stay the night in newly themed rooms at the LEGOLAND Hotel or Castle Hotel featuring LEGO® DUPLO, LEGO® NINJAGO, and LEGO® Friends designs.
For more information about LEGOLAND California Resort, including hours of operation, visit LEGOLAND.com/California. For more information about the Nike and LEGO Play Arena and LEGOLAND California Resort, visit: https://www.legoland.com/california/playarena/
The LEGO Nike Dunk set is available for all via LEGO.com/Nike and LEGO Stores from July 1, priced at €99.99 / $99.99 / £89.99.
The Nike Air Max Dn x LEGO Collection will be available across Nike channels, including Nike.com and select retail partners starting August 1.Entry to the Nike and LEGO Play Arena is not guaranteed.
About The LEGO Group:
The LEGO Group’s mission is to inspire and develop the builders of tomorrow through the power of play. The LEGO System in Play, with its foundation in LEGO bricks, allows children and fans to build and rebuild anything they can imagine.
The LEGO Group was founded in Billund, Denmark in 1932 by Ole Kirk Kristiansen, its name derived from the two Danish words LEg GOdt, which mean “Play Well”.
Today, the LEGO Group remains a family-owned company headquartered in Billund. Its products are now sold in more than 120 countries worldwide. For more information: www.LEGO.com.
About NIKE, Inc:
NIKE, Inc., based near Beaverton, Oregon, is the world’s leading designer, marketer and distributor of authentic athletic footwear, apparel, equipment and accessories for a wide variety of sports and fitness activities. For more information, visit http://news.nike.com and follow @NIKE.
About LEGOLAND® California Resort
LEGOLAND® California Resort includes LEGOLAND® California, SEA LIFE® aquarium, LEGOLAND® Water Park, LEGOLAND® Hotel and LEGOLAND® Castle Hotel. All are geared for families with children between the ages of 2 and 12. At LEGOLAND® California, you’ll find more than 60 rides, shows and attractions including our newest land, Dino Valley that features three rides, an interactive build and play area and new costume characters. The family theme park also includes LEGO® Ferrari Build & Race and The LEGO® MOVIE™ WORLD based on the blockbuster films The LEGO ® Movie™ and The LEGO® Movie™ 2: The Second Part. Discover the world’s first LEGO version of San Diego in Miniland USA with a realistic 30-foot beach, streets lined with 120 palm trees, and 55 San Diego landmarks, including The Rady Shell, Petco Park and Coronado Bridge. LEGOLAND® Water Park features more than seven slides, sandy beaches and the unique Build-A-Raft River plus Pirate Reef and LEGO® Legends of CHIMA Water Park comprising 10 acres of water fun! The nation’s first LEGOLAND® Hotel features 250 rooms, all themed either as pirate, adventure, LEGO® DUPLO, LEGO® Friends and LEGO® NINJAGO™! North America’s first LEGOLAND® Castle Hotel features 250 rooms, fully themed as Knights and Dragons, Royal Princess and Magic Wizard. LEGOLAND California is a Certified Autism Center, credited by the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards. For more information, visit www.LEGOLAND.com or call (760) 918-LEGO (5346).
About Merlin Entertainments
Merlin Entertainments is a world leader in branded entertainment destinations, offering a diverse portfolio of resort theme parks, city-center gateway attractions and LEGOLAND® Resorts which span across the UK, US, Western Europe, China and Asia Pacific. Dedicated to creating experiences that inspire joy and connection, Merlin welcomes more than 62 million guests annually to its diverse global estate in over 20 countries. An expert in bringing world-famous entertainment brands to life, Merlin works with partners including the LEGO® Group, Sony Pictures Entertainment, Peppa Pig, DreamWorks and Ferrari to create destinations where guests can immerse themselves in a wide array of brand-driven worlds, rides and uplifting learning experiences.
See www.merlinentertainments.biz for more information.
Media Contacts
| Christina Fillippis Communications Manager LEGOLAND® California Resort +1-760-579-1057 Christina.Fillippis@LEGOLAND.com |
| QUINN PR Agency, LEGOLAND® California Resort LEGOLANDCA@quinn.pr |
