Pokemon Day 2026 Brings Three New LEGO Sets
February 27 is Pokemon Day, the annual celebration of the franchise's original launch date, and LEGO used it to drop three new sets worldwide in 2026. The release marks the 30th anniversary of Pokemon, making it the biggest Pokemon Day in the franchise's history and a fitting occasion for a LEGO celebration.
All three sets went live simultaneously on LEGO.com and at authorised retailers across the US, UK, EU, Canada and Australia. Asia and Japan had separate release arrangements. The Venusaur, Charizard and Blastoise trio was on backorder almost immediately, signalling demand that LEGO's stock levels were not prepared for.
The three sets cover a wide price range, from a $59.99 entry-level Eevee set up to a $649.99 Kanto starters showcase. That spread lets casual fans pick up something accessible while hardcore collectors have a centrepiece-tier build to chase.
Three sets launched February 27 2026 for Pokemon Day: Eevee, Pikachu, Kanto Starters
72151 Eevee ($59.99): The Most Accessible Entry Point
The Eevee set at $59.99 is the most affordable of the three and a strong pick for fans who want to dip into LEGO Pokemon without committing to a larger build. Eevee is consistently one of the most popular Pokemon across every generation, making it a safe choice for an entry-level release.
At that price point it fits within the range of existing LEGO character builds, making it comparable to what you would spend on a mid-sized Marvel or Star Wars set. For a Pokemon fan who is new to LEGO, it is a low-risk first purchase.
Eevee's compact, rounded design also translates well to LEGO brick construction. The set should sit naturally on a shelf without looking awkward, which is not always guaranteed when translating organic creature designs into geometric bricks.
LEGO Pokémon Eevee 72151
587 pieces · Buildable Eevee figure · Ages 10+
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72152 Pikachu and Poke Ball ($199.99): The Iconic Duo
The mid-tier set pairs Pikachu with a buildable Poke Ball at $199.99. Pikachu is the face of Pokemon and the most recognisable creature in the franchise, so its inclusion as the anchor for the mid-range set makes obvious sense.
The Poke Ball inclusion gives the set two display objects rather than one, which helps justify the $199.99 price tag. A shelf with both a Pikachu figure and an oversized Poke Ball has more visual interest than a single character build.
This set hits the sweet spot for Pokemon fans who want something more substantial than Eevee but are not ready to spend $649 on the flagship. It is likely to be the best-seller of the three in the long run once the initial backorder surge on the Starters set settles.
72153 Venusaur, Charizard and Blastoise ($649.99): The Showstopper
The Kanto starters trio is the set everyone wanted and LEGO delivered it at $649.99. Venusaur, Charizard and Blastoise in a single set, displayed together, represents the definitive LEGO Pokemon build for any serious fan of the original games.
The set went on backorder almost immediately after launch, a clear sign that demand exceeded LEGO's initial stock allocation. If you missed it on release day, checking back regularly is the best strategy, as restocks tend to happen without much advance notice.
The 40892 Kanto Region Badge Collection GWP came free with purchase of this set during the February 27 to March 8 window. That promotion has since ended, but the set itself remains available when in stock.
LEGO Pokémon Pikachu & Poké Ball 72152
2,050 pieces · Display showpiece · Ages 18+
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Mini Pokemon Center Insiders Reward and How to Get It
Alongside the retail sets, LEGO released the 40911 Mini Pokemon Center as an Insiders Reward, available for 2,500 LEGO Insider points. This is a members-only item that cannot be purchased outright, meaning you need an active Insiders account with enough points to redeem.
The redemption works on a code system: once you receive your code, you have 60 days to claim the set. Each account is limited to one. The Mini Pokemon Center was available in US, UK, EU, Canada and Australia versions.
If you have points sitting in your Insiders account and are a Pokemon fan, this is one of the more desirable rewards to spend them on. Mini Pokemon Center as a concept is the kind of niche, detailed build that appeals to both Pokemon fans and LEGO City-style builders.
