How many pieces are in the Lion Dance?

Lion Dance contains 480 pieces.

What age is the Lion Dance recommended for?

This set is recommended for ages 10+.

When was the Lion Dance released?

Lion Dance was released in 2026.

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No. 40915

Chinese (Lunar) New Year

Lion Dance

The Lion Dance set is a vibrant celebration of Chinese New Year traditions.

Time on the shelf Retiring soon

On sale since Jan 2026, expected exit Dec 2026

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Before you buy

Who it's for: Ages 10+ · Intermediate build Families and LEGO enthusiasts interested in cultural traditions and festive displays.
Build: 480 pieces · about 4.5 hours Build time is an estimate.
Availability: Retiring soon · expected exit Dec 31, 2026

★★★★☆ 4.1 community rating from 26 ratings

Fans appreciate the cultural significance and vibrant colors of the Lion Dance set. However, some find the build repetitive and the price-per-piece ratio a bit high for the size of the finished models.

📝 Our Take

The Lion Dance set is a vibrant celebration of Chinese New Year traditions. This set captures the energy and symbolism of the lion dance, a performance believed to bring good fortune and ward off evil spirits, making it a unique and culturally rich LEGO experience.

This set is perfect for families and LEGO enthusiasts interested in cultural traditions. The build is engaging and not too complex, suitable for builders aged 10 and up, and the finished models make fantastic display pieces, especially during the Spring Festival.

Skip this if you prefer sets with more complex building techniques or larger scale models. If you're looking for a more challenging build, consider the larger Chinese New Year sets like the Spring Lantern Festival (80107) which offers a more intricate building experience.

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🧱 Building Experience

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480

Pieces

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4.5h

Estimated Build Time

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Intermediate

Difficulty

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8cm × 4cm × 13cm

Dimensions

Build Highlights:

Engaging build with two separate lion dance costumes.
Creative use of curved bricks to achieve the distinctive lion head shapes.
Incorporates traditional colors and decorative elements to represent the cultural significance.
Finished models are perfect for display during the Spring Festival.

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Compared to other Chinese New Year sets, the Lion Dance offers a more compact and accessible building experience. While sets like the Spring Lantern Festival (80107) provide larger and more intricate builds, the Lion Dance is a great entry point for those interested in the theme or with limited display space. Its focus on the lion dance ritual also sets it apart from more generic festive scenes.

4 Minifigures Included

Dragon Operator, White Legs, Dark Brown Hair

4 parts

Dragon Operator, White Legs, Dark Tan Hair

4 parts

Dragon Operator, Red Legs, Black Hair

4 parts

Dragon Operator, Red Legs, Reddish Brown Hair

4 parts

The set includes four Dragon Operator minifigures with unique hair colors and torsos, adding to the set's collectibility and play value. The minifigures are essential for role-playing the lion dance performance.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count: 480
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 70 unique parts, 464 pieces
Minifigures: 4

The official piece count includes the 16 parts inside the set's minifigures, which this inventory lists separately. Spare parts are counted in neither figure.

Missing a piece? Check this set piece by piece, with look-alike colors flagged and element IDs for replacements.

This set includes a good selection of curved bricks in yellow and red, useful for creating organic shapes and details in MOCs. The Pearl Gold elements add a touch of elegance and are valuable for builders looking to add ornate details to their creations.

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💎 Notable Parts

Yellow Brick Curved 1 x 2 x 1 with Curved Top (18x)

Pearl Gold Plate Special 1 x 2 Side Handle [Free Ends] (16x)

Yellow Brick Curved 1 x 1 x 2/3 Double Curved Top, No Studs (14x)

Pearl Gold Plate Special 1 x 1 Rounded with Handle (14x)

Black Plate Round 1 x 1 with Open Stud (14x)

💡 MOC Potential

🏛 Create miniature Chinese temples or pagodas.

🏙 Design festive street scenes celebrating Lunar New Year.

🤖 Build stylized robotic lions with posable features.

📰 Chinese (Lunar) New Year News

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What Reddit Says

No Reddit discussions found for this set.

What YouTubers Say

1 video found

BlockTalk summary

LEGO YouTubers generally review sets in the Lunar New Year series positively, often showcasing speed builds and highlighting appealing features. While some sets, like the Lion Dance, receive mixed feedback for accuracy compared to older versions, others like the Year of the Horse are praised for build quality, contributing to an overall positive sentiment.

YouTube thumbnail: This LEGO will make you RICH & LUCKY!!! 2026 NEW FORTUNE MASTER speed build !!

This LEGO will make you RICH & LUCKY!!! 2026 NEW FORTUNE MASTER speed build !! MyBrickTime · 1.0K views Review

What the Community Says

1 YouTube reviews

BlockTalk summary

MyBrickTime appreciates the colors of the Lion Dance set but notes inaccuracies in the lion figures compared to the 2020 version. They and other reviewers recommend sets like the Spring Festival Celebrations Good Fortune and Year of the Horse, often emphasizing their design and overall appeal.

Reddit Reviews

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YouTube Reviews

1 video

This LEGO will make you RICH & LUCKY!!! 2026 NEW FORTUNE MASTER speed build !! MyBrickTime · 1.0K views Review

Community content: these reviews are from Reddit and YouTube users sharing their personal experiences. Opinions may vary.

Building Instructions

4 booklets, as PDF

01 BI 3105, 76+4, 40915 V29 1/2 Download PDF
02 BI 3105, 76+4, 40915 V39 1/2 Download PDF
03 BI 3105, 76+4, 40915 V29 2/2 Download PDF
04 BI 3105, 76+4, 40915 V39 2/2 Download PDF

Inventory Statistics

Inventory version 1

70 Unique Parts

480 Official Piece Count

464 Cataloged Inventory Pieces

4 Minifigures

9 Spare Parts

The official piece count includes the 16 parts inside the set's minifigures, which this inventory lists separately. Spare parts are counted in neither figure.

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