Celebrate Family!
Build a New Year's Feast

Relive cherished traditions with this detailed 616-piece set, featuring 6 minifigures in a classic family dinner scene.

🏛 Chinese Traditional Festivals
Set #80101

Chinese New Year's Eve Dinner

Chinese New Year's Eve Dinner is a delightful snapshot of a cherished cultural tradition.

🏆 Best For: Ideal for families, those interested in Chinese culture, and LEGO enthusiasts looking for a unique display piece. ⏱ 4.5 hr build 🧩 616 pcs
★★★★☆ 4.3

Fans appreciate the set's cultural significance and the detailed recreation of a Chinese New Year's Eve dinner. Some criticisms include the limited play features and the relatively small size of the set.

📝 Our Take

Chinese New Year's Eve Dinner is a delightful snapshot of a cherished cultural tradition. This set captures the warmth and togetherness of a family gathering, making it a unique and charming addition to the Chinese Traditional Festivals theme.

This set is perfect for those interested in cultural traditions and celebrating family. The build is relatively straightforward, making it enjoyable for a wide range of builders, and the finished model is a lovely display piece.

Skip this if you prefer action-oriented sets or larger, more complex builds. Consider the other sets in the Chinese Traditional Festivals theme for a different building experience.

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🧱 Building Experience

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616
Pieces
4.5h
Build Time
📊
Intermediate
Difficulty
Build Highlights:
  • Recreates a traditional Chinese dining room setting.
  • Features a rotating table with various dishes.
  • Incorporates intricate details such as wall decorations and furniture.
  • Offers a glimpse into a cultural celebration.

📈 Investment Analysis

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B+
Investment Grade
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The Chinese Traditional Festivals theme has proven to be quite popular, with sets often appreciating in value after retirement. 80101-1, being one of the earlier sets in the theme, has the potential to become a sought-after collectible. Its cultural significance and unique subject matter contribute to its investment appeal. However, as with all investments, there are risks. The market can fluctuate, and collector preferences can change over time. Monitoring the set's performance on secondary markets will be crucial.

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Compare Similar Sets

Compared to other sets in the Chinese Traditional Festivals theme, this set offers a more intimate and focused scene of a family dinner. While sets like the Dragon Boat Race (80103-1) offer larger, more dynamic builds, this set provides a unique cultural perspective and a charming display piece. Collectors interested in the theme may want to acquire both for a comprehensive collection.

📦 Full Parts Inventory - 105 unique parts • 583 total pieces

Bracket 1 x 2 - 1 x 4 [Rounded Corners] Bracket 1 x 2 - 1...
Part #: 10201 Black
Brick Curved 1 x 4 x 1 1/3 No Studs Brick Curved 1 x ...
Part #: 10314 Tan
Plate Round 6 x 6 with Hole Plate Round 6 x 6...
Part #: 11213 Bright Light Orange
Slope Curved 2 x 1 No Studs [1/2 Bow] Slope Curved 2 x ...
Part #: 11477 Reddish Brown
Slope Curved 2 x 1 No Studs [1/2 Bow] Slope Curved 2 x ...
Part #: 11477 White
Plate Round 4 x 4 with 2 x 2 Round Opening Plate Round 4 x 4...
Part #: 11833 Bright Light Orange
Tile Round 2 x 2 with Bottom Stud Holder Tile Round 2 x 2 ...
Part #: 14769 Lime
Tile Round 2 x 2 with Chicken Legs print Tile Round 2 x 2 ...
Part #: 14769pr1126 White
Tile Round 2 x 2 with Crabs print Tile Round 2 x 2 ...
Part #: 14769pr1127 White
Tile Round 2 x 2 with Chinese (Meat) Balls print Tile Round 2 x 2 ...
Part #: 14769pr1128 White
Tile Round 2 x 2 with Dumplings (Jiaozi) print Tile Round 2 x 2 ...
Part #: 14769pr1129 White
Tile Round 2 x 2 with Rice Balls, Black Center print Tile Round 2 x 2 ...
Part #: 14769pr1130 White
Tile Round 2 x 2 with Meal/Stew/Soup print Tile Round 2 x 2 ...
Part #: 14769pr1134 Dark Bluish Gray
Slope Curved 2 x 2 x 2/3 Slope Curved 2 x ...
Part #: 15068 Tan
Brick Arch 1 x 6 x 2 - Thin Top without Reinforced Underside [New Version] Brick Arch 1 x 6 ...
Part #: 15254 White
Brick Round 2 x 2 Dome Bottom [Open Stud] Brick Round 2 x 2...
Part #: 15395 Yellow
Brick Round 2 x 2 Dome Bottom [Open Stud] Brick Round 2 x 2...
Part #: 15395 White
Plate Special 1 x 2 with 1 Stud with Groove and Inside Stud Holder (Jumper) Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 15573 Pearl Gold
Plate Special 1 x 2 with 1 Stud with Groove and Inside Stud Holder (Jumper) Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 15573 Black
Tile Special 1 x 1 with Clip with Rounded Edges Tile Special 1 x ...
Part #: 15712 Pearl Gold
Tile Special 1 x 1 with Clip with Rounded Edges Tile Special 1 x ...
Part #: 15712 Reddish Brown
Brick Arch 1 x 8 x 2 Raised Brick Arch 1 x 8 ...
Part #: 16577 White
Brick Arch 1 x 3 x 2 Inverted [Inside Bow] Brick Arch 1 x 3 ...
Part #: 18653 10× White
Brick Special 1 x 2 x 1 2/3 with 4 Studs on 1 Side Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 22885 Light Bluish Gray
Tile Special 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove Tile Special 1 x ...
Part #: 2412b White
Tile 1 x 4 with Groove Tile 1 x 4 with G...
Part #: 2431 Black
Tile 1 x 4 with Groove Tile 1 x 4 with G...
Part #: 2431 Red
Plate 2 x 12 Plate 2 x 12
Part #: 2445 12× Reddish Brown
Plant, Flower Stem with Bottom Bar Plant, Flower Ste...
Part #: 24855 Reddish Brown
Plant, Flower, Plate Round 1 x 1 with 5 Petals Plant, Flower, Pl...
Part #: 24866 Dark Pink
Plant, Flower, Plate Round 1 x 1 with 5 Petals Plant, Flower, Pl...
Part #: 24866 Lime
Tassel with 1 x 1 Round Stud Tassel with 1 x 1...
Part #: 25375 Pearl Gold
Plate Special 1 x 2 Side Handle [Free Ends] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 2540 White
Tile 2 x 3 Tile 2 x 3
Part #: 26603 Black
Tile 2 x 3 with Fish on Plate print Tile 2 x 3 with F...
Part #: 26603pr0020 White
Brick 2 x 4 Brick 2 x 4
Part #: 3001 White
Brick 2 x 2 Brick 2 x 2
Part #: 3003 White
Brick 1 x 2 Brick 1 x 2
Part #: 3004 Reddish Brown
Brick 1 x 1 Brick 1 x 1
Part #: 3005 11× White
Brick 1 x 6 Brick 1 x 6
Part #: 3009 White
Brick 1 x 4 Brick 1 x 4
Part #: 3010 Reddish Brown
Brick 1 x 4 Brick 1 x 4
Part #: 3010 White
Brick Special 1 x 2 Palisade [aka Log] Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 30136 10× Dark Brown
Brick Special 1 x 2 Palisade [aka Log] Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 30136 14× White
Plate 2 x 4 Plate 2 x 4
Part #: 3020 Dark Red
Plate 2 x 4 Plate 2 x 4
Part #: 3020 10× White
Plate 2 x 4 Plate 2 x 4
Part #: 3020 13× Reddish Brown
Plate 2 x 3 Plate 2 x 3
Part #: 3021 White
Plate 2 x 3 Plate 2 x 3
Part #: 3021 Reddish Brown
Plate 2 x 3 Plate 2 x 3
Part #: 3021 Tan
Plate 2 x 2 Plate 2 x 2
Part #: 3022 Red
Plate 2 x 2 Plate 2 x 2
Part #: 3022 Green
Plate 2 x 2 Plate 2 x 2
Part #: 3022 Medium Azure
Plate 2 x 2 Plate 2 x 2
Part #: 3022 White
Plate 2 x 2 Plate 2 x 2
Part #: 3022 Bright Pink
Plate 2 x 2 Plate 2 x 2
Part #: 3022 Lime
Plate 2 x 2 Plate 2 x 2
Part #: 3022 Tan
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 Red
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 Reddish Brown
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 White
Plate 4 x 6 Plate 4 x 6
Part #: 3032 Tan
Plate 4 x 6 Plate 4 x 6
Part #: 3032 Lime
Brick Special 1 x 4 with 4 Studs on One Side Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 30414 White
Brick Special 1 x 4 with 4 Studs on One Side Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 30414 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate Round Corner 4 x 4 Plate Round Corne...
Part #: 30565 Black
Plate Round Corner 4 x 4 Plate Round Corne...
Part #: 30565 Dark Red
Brick Round 1 x 1 Open Stud Brick Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 3062b Red
Brick Round 1 x 1 Open Stud Brick Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 3062b 16× Dark Brown
Brick Round 1 x 1 Open Stud Brick Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 3062b 14× White
Tile 2 x 2 with Groove Tile 2 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3068b Red
Tile 2 x 2 with Groove Tile 2 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3068b Yellow
Tile 2 x 2 with Groove Tile 2 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3068b White
Tile 2 x 2 with Groove Tile 2 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3068b Tan
Tile 1 x 2 with Groove Tile 1 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3069b 16× Pearl Gold
Tile 1 x 2 with Groove Tile 1 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3069b Dark Blue
Tile 1 x 2 with Groove Tile 1 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3069b Black
Tile 1 x 2 with Groove Tile 1 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3069b White
Tile 1 x 2 with Shrimp print Tile 1 x 2 with S...
Part #: 3069bpr0255 White
Tile 1 x 2 with Green Vegetables print Tile 1 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3069bpr0256 White
Tile 1 x 2 with Chinese Rolls print Tile 1 x 2 with C...
Part #: 3069bpr0257 White
Tile 1 x 2 with Chinese/Mandarin Symbol in Gold Square Tile 1 x 2 with C...
Part #: 3069bpr0258 Red
Tile 1 x 2 with Chopsticks, Spoon print Tile 1 x 2 with C...
Part #: 3069bpr0259 Dark Red
Tile 1 x 1 with Groove Tile 1 x 1 with G...
Part #: 3070b White
Brick 1 x 2 x 2 with Inside Stud Holder Brick 1 x 2 x 2 w...
Part #: 3245c White
Plant, Flower, Minifig Accessory with 7 Thick Petals and Pin Plant, Flower, Mi...
Part #: 32606 12× Red
Plant, Plate 1 x 1 Round with 3 Leaves Plant, Plate 1 x ...
Part #: 32607 Bright Green
Fence 1 x 4 x 2 Ornamental Asian Lattice Square with 4 Studs Fence 1 x 4 x 2 O...
Part #: 32932 12× Pearl Gold
Brick Special 1 x 1 x 1 2/3 with Studs on 1 Side Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 32952 White
Slope 33° 3 x 4 Slope 33° 3 x 4
Part #: 3297 13× Black
Slope 33° 3 x 2 Slope 33° 3 x 2
Part #: 3298 Black
Equipment Dish / Bowl with 2 Gold Stripes Around Rim Print Equipment Dish / ...
Part #: 34172pr0003 White
Plate 1 x 8 Plate 1 x 8
Part #: 3460 Reddish Brown
Plate Special 1 x 2 Rounded with 2 Open Studs Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 35480 Red
Slope 33° 3 x 3 Double Convex Slope 33° 3 x 3 D...
Part #: 3675 Black
Turntable 2 x 2 Plate - Top Turntable 2 x 2 P...
Part #: 3679 Light Bluish Gray
Turntable 2 x 2 Plate, Base Turntable 2 x 2 P...
Part #: 3680 Red
Plate 1 x 4 Plate 1 x 4
Part #: 3710 Dark Brown
Plate 1 x 4 Plate 1 x 4
Part #: 3710 Reddish Brown
Plate 2 x 6 Plate 2 x 6
Part #: 3795 White
Plate 2 x 6 Plate 2 x 6
Part #: 3795 Reddish Brown
Brick Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole Brick Round 2 x 2...
Part #: 3941 Dark Bluish Gray
Brick Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole Brick Round 2 x 2...
Part #: 3941 White
Plate 6 x 6 Plate 6 x 6
Part #: 3958 Black
Plate Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole Type 1 (+ Opening) Plate Round 2 x 2...
Part #: 4032a Medium Azure
Plate Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole Type 1 (+ Opening) Plate Round 2 x 2...
Part #: 4032a White
Seat / Chair 2 x 2 with Center Sprue Mark Seat / Chair 2 x ...
Part #: 4079b White
Tile 1 x 8 with Groove Tile 1 x 8 with G...
Part #: 4162 Reddish Brown
Tile 1 x 8 with Groove Tile 1 x 8 with G...
Part #: 4162 Red
Wedge Plate 4 x 2 Right Wedge Plate 4 x 2...
Part #: 41769 Red
Wedge Plate 4 x 2 Left Wedge Plate 4 x 2...
Part #: 41770 Red
Dish 2 x 2 Inverted [Radar] Dish 2 x 2 Invert...
Part #: 4740 White
Plate Special 1 x 2 [Side Handle Closed Ends] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 48336 Reddish Brown
Sticker Sheet for Set 80101-1 Sticker Sheet for...
Part #: 51357 [No Color/Any Color]
Slope 30° 1 x 1 x 2/3 (Cheese Slope) Slope 30° 1 x 1 x...
Part #: 54200 20× Dark Brown
Glass for Window 1 x 4 x 6 Glass for Window ...
Part #: 57895 White
Panel 1 x 6 x 5 Panel 1 x 6 x 5
Part #: 59349 White
Plate Round Corner 6 x 6 Plate Round Corne...
Part #: 6003 Lime
Plate Special 1 x 2 with Handle on End [Closed Ends] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 60478 Black
Window 1 x 2 x 2 Flat Front Window 1 x 2 x 2 ...
Part #: 60592 15× Reddish Brown
Door Frame 1 x 4 x 6 Type 2 Door Frame 1 x 4 ...
Part #: 60596 Reddish Brown
Glass for Window 1 x 2 x 2 Flat Glass for Window ...
Part #: 60601 15× White
Door 1 x 4 x 6 Smooth with Chamfered Handle Plinth Door 1 x 4 x 6 Sm...
Part #: 60616b White
Brick Curved 1 x 2 x 1 1/3 with Curved Top Brick Curved 1 x ...
Part #: 6091 Reddish Brown
Brick 1 x 12 Brick 1 x 12
Part #: 6112 Reddish Brown
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 24× Pearl Gold
Turntable 4 x 4 Square Base, Locking Turntable 4 x 4 S...
Part #: 61485 Black
Wheel Arch, Mudguard, 1 1/2 x 6 x 1 [Arch Extended] Wheel Arch, Mudgu...
Part #: 62361 White
Bar 6L with Stop Ring Bar 6L with Stop ...
Part #: 63965 Black
Tile 1 x 6 with Groove Tile 1 x 6 with G...
Part #: 6636 Black
Tile 2 x 4 with Groove Tile 2 x 4 with G...
Part #: 87079 Dark Bluish Gray
Tile 2 x 4 with Groove Tile 2 x 4 with G...
Part #: 87079 Dark Blue
Tile 2 x 4 with Groove Tile 2 x 4 with G...
Part #: 87079 Tan
Tile 2 x 4 with Groove Tile 2 x 4 with G...
Part #: 87079 White
Brick Special 1 x 1 with Stud on 1 Side Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 87087 Tan
Plate Special 2 x 2 with Groove and Center Stud (Jumper) Plate Special 2 x...
Part #: 87580 Red
Plate Special 2 x 2 with Groove and Center Stud (Jumper) Plate Special 2 x...
Part #: 87580 Reddish Brown
Plate 16 x 16 Plate 16 x 16
Part #: 91405 Tan
Plate Special 1 x 2 [Top Clip] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 92280 Black
Brick and Axle Separator v2.0 Brick and Axle Se...
Part #: 96874 Orange
Brick Round 2 x 2 Truncated Cone Brick Round 2 x 2...
Part #: 98100 White
Tile Round 1 x 1 Tile Round 1 x 1
Part #: 98138 Dark Bluish Gray
Tile Round 1 x 1 with Rice print Tile Round 1 x 1 ...
Part #: 98138pr0110 White
Tile Round 1 x 1 with Flower print Tile Round 1 x 1 ...
Part #: 98138pr0112 Medium Nougat
Bracket 1 x 2 - 2 x 2 Inverted Bracket 1 x 2 - 2...
Part #: 99207 White
Tile Special 1 x 2 with Sloped Walls AKA Money / Gold Bar [Ingot] Tile Special 1 x ...
Part #: 99563 13× Light Bluish Gray
The set features a rich color palette, with a significant amount of White, Reddish Brown, and Pearl Gold elements. The Pearl Gold parts, particularly the round plates and tiles, are useful for adding decorative details to MOCs.

💎 Notable Parts

Pearl Gold Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud (24x) $2.40
Pearl Gold Tile 1 x 2 with Groove (16x) $3.20
Reddish Brown Window 1 x 2 x 2 Flat Front (15x) $3.00
Pearl Gold Fence 1 x 4 x 2 Ornamental Asian Lattice Square with 4 Studs (12x) $6.00
Est. BrickLink Part Value
$14.60

💡 MOC Potential

🏙 Expand the scene into a larger Chinese New Year celebration.
Create a traditional Chinese temple or ancestral hall.
🌳 Design a traditional Chinese garden with a koi pond.

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Charts Inventory Statistics

105
Unique Parts
583
Total Pieces
6
Minifigures
Inventory Version: 1