The search for the next Legoland mini-master model builder in Columbus is underway, with the 2025 competition offering higher stakes than in previous years.
The competition, hosted by Legoland Discovery Center, invites builders under 18 to display their creativity for the title of Columbus’ 2025 mini-master model builder. Cheryl Ryan, Legoland’s marketing manager, said the 2025 competition allows participants to engage in real-time at the Lego Creativity Academy event until the contest deadline on March 2. Those unable to attend in person can submit a picture and entry form via email or drop off their entries at Legoland inside Easton Town Center.
A judging panel will select the winner, and the 2025 Columbus mini-master model builder will advance to the newly introduced global mini-master model builder competition. This is the first time winners from various locations will compete on a worldwide stage. “The build submitted by the Columbus winner for the global step of the competition, along with the other competitors, will be sent to the Lego House in Billund, Denmark, to be on display,” Ryan said.
The Lego House in Denmark, known as the “Home of the Brick,” is noted as the birthplace of Lego, according to the Legoland website. The reigning mini-master model builder, Dane Flynn of Marysville, was crowned in June. His journey began with a submission to Legoland Discovery Center at Easton, where he was selected as one of four finalists. The final round tested contestants’ skills in a live-building challenge.
The winner of this year’s competition will be notified by March 30.