Brick Convention: Buyer beware
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The Brick Convention in the Twin Cities disappointed attendees due to a lack of advertised activities and an overcrowded venue. The event, which markets itself as an all-ages experience with hands-on activities, failed to deliver on its promises, leaving many attendees feeling let down.
The event's website listed numerous activities, such as a "brick pit" for children and opportunities for mosaic and city building. However, these activities were not available at the convention. One staff member cited space constraints as the reason for the missing attractions. Despite the absence of advertised features, the venue included a salesman promoting Renewal By Anderson windows. The event cost nearly $20 per person after taxes and fees.
The author and their nephews attended the event, but they were overwhelmed and bored after only 30 minutes. The author felt the event was falsely advertised, as the website did not include a disclaimer about potential activity variations. The Brick Convention has several dates scheduled throughout the summer.
For LEGO fans planning to attend similar events, it's always wise to check recent reviews and confirm the availability of advertised activities. If you're looking for a fun building experience at home, you might consider getting a LEGO Classic box.
I attended the Twin Cities incarnation yesterday and came away quite let down — many of the attractions listed in the website simply weren’t there. There were cool models on display and loads of overpriced vendors — all typical for the fan events I’ve been to — but Brick Convention advertises itself as an all-ages event with hands-on activities, including a “brick pit” where kids can play around. None of that was present yesterday. I asked a staffer about it and he said there was no room in...
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