This will join a long list of GWPs inspired by Chinese New Year animal. In the past we’ve had a Tiger, Dog, Rat, Pig, Monkey and so many more, this is the first time a Dragon has been produced. We had a glimpse of this new set in December 2023, but today LEGO have officially listed it on their website along with hi-res images.

We expect details of the spend threshold and conditions very soon. If rumours are true then we can expect to see this from 20th to 31st January with a spend requirement of £80/$85, accompanied by double Insiders points.

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Official details:

Mark the 2024 Lunar New Year with this LEGO® Year of the Dragon build-and-display set (40611) for ages 8 and up. The dragon model features the zodiac animal’s iconic big eyes and a movable tail. It comes with a brick-built base representing the sky and clouds, plus a red paper envelope symbolizing good wishes. A fun Lunar New Year gift idea for all the family to enjoy, this model is part of a collectible series of LEGO zodiac animals.

• Buildable dragon toy for display (40611) – Celebrate the 2024 Lunar New Year with this colorful Year of the Dragon model, part of a collectible series of LEGO zodiac animals
• Iconic details – The set features a model of a classic Chinese dragonwith a movable tail, set on a brick-built base representing the sky and clouds, with a red paper envelope symbolizing good wishes
• Gift idea for kids aged 8 and up – This 213-piece buildable dragon model measures over 4 in. (10 cm) high, 4.5 in. (12c m) long and 2.5 in. (6 cm) wide

It has long been celebrated by in LEGO with a number of sets from over the years. These GWP sets are inspired by the Chinese Zodiac animals and have included the likes of a Tiger, Monkey, Dog and so many more. In 2024 it will be the Year of the Dragon and the upcoming GWP is inspired by it. Thanks to an online Chinese store we have our first official look at it. As you can see from the images below that box follows suit from previous years and should include a small red envelope.

We expect this to be available at the start of 2024, January/February time.