September 2026 LEGO New Product Preview: Starship Bridge, Beechburg, and Batmobile—This is a “nostalgia trifecta.” Get your wallets ready!

After the August wave, I thought I’d get a breather in September. But as soon as the LEGO.com calendar went live, there was another wave of simultaneous drops on September 1—and this time, they were all “nostalgic IPs on a grand scale”: the original *Star Trek* bridge, the biggest *SpongeBob* set ever, and the *Batman Returns* Batmobile. Each one really tugs at an adult collector’s heartstrings. During my lunch break, as usual, I went through the screenshots on my desktop and trimmed down my shopping cart. Rumors are just rumors—don’t believe everything until it’s officially announced—but the items below are pretty much locked in for September 1.

Three Icons in a Row: The Bridge, Beechburg, and the Mayor's Mansion

11385 Star Trek: U.S.S. Enterprise NCC-1701™ Bridge – 1,701 pieces / $199.99 / €179.99 / £159.99 / 18+

The second in the LEGO ‘Star Trek’ range features the bridge and transporter room of the original Enterprise, recreated as a 1,701-piece scene set. The three interactive mechanisms are the main selling points: shake the captain’s chair to simulate turbulence, turn the knob to activate the transporter, and flick the lever to open the turbolift doors. The set comes with a generous selection of minifigures—eight brand-new starship crew members including Kirk, Spock, Uhura, Sulu, McCoy, Chekov, Chapel and Scotty, plus four tribbles (the fluffy alien creatures). Timed to coincide with the 60th anniversary of *Star Trek*, pre-orders open on 23 July, with full availability from 1 September. Measuring 57 cm wide × 34 cm deep, this display cabinet really does take up a lot of space.

My personal take: The ‘1701’ reference is an Easter egg paying homage to the NCC-1701 (the last three digits of its registration number), which long-time fans will spot straight away. To be honest, though, the whole scene feels a bit disjointed—the bridge and the transporter room are separate modules, and it only looks right once they’re assembled and placed together; viewed on their own, they always feel as though something’s missing. It’s well worth the price just for the eight minifigures and four Tribbles; Spock’s Vulcan Lirpa is a new piece.

11386 SpongeBob SquarePants: Bikini Bottom – 1,794 pieces / $219.99 / €209.99 / ¥1,899 / 18+

After a 14-year hiatus, SpongeBob is back on the Lego shelves—and it’s the largest set ever released. For the first time, all three houses on Shell Street are fully represented: SpongeBob’s Pineapple House (including living room and bedroom), Squidward’s house (living room, bedroom, bathroom and rooftop terrace), and Patrick’s rock, plus a jellyfish meadow scene. There are three minifigures – SpongeBob, Patrick and Squidward – along with buildable characters such as Snail and DoodleBob. The finished model measures 54 cm wide × 24 cm high.
My personal take: Children who watched SpongeBob 20 years ago are now shelling out 2,000 yuan; this pricing is clearly aimed at tapping into the ‘childhood nostalgia tax’ for adults. That said, the attention to detail in the design is impressive; the three standard minifigures are all well-made, with Squidward looking particularly lifelike. The 54 cm width is a deal-breaker—my cabinet is only 30 cm deep, so I’ll have to clear out an entire shelf just for this set. SpongeBob fans will definitely want to snap this up; for those on the fence, I’d suggest waiting until October to see if Insider points become available again.

11383 Mayor Manor – 1,420 pieces / $119.99 / ¥999 / 18+

The first release in the brand-new ‘Midnight Valley’ series follows a winter village theme, telling the story of a Gothic town. It features a half-model design, with the details concentrated on the front. The highlight is said to be the three glowing minifigures.
My personal verdict: at 999 yuan for 1,420 pieces, this offers the best value for money of the three sets. If the ‘Midnight Valley’ series is indeed released as one set per year to be gradually completed, it could turn into a long-term commitment. I’d recommend starting with this single building to test the waters, rather than pre-ordering the entire town in one go.

Personal ranking of Icons: 11386 > 11385 > 11383. Bichburg is a must-have for nostalgic fans, the Bridge is a must-buy for IP collectors, and restocking items such as the Mayor’s Manor is well worth it.

Marvel / Superheroes: Doctor Doom leads the charge

76345 Doctor Doom Bust – 379 pieces / $49.99 / ¥479 / 18+

‘Avengers: Endgame’ collaboration edition, Doom bust, complete with an exclusive Doctor Doom minifigure (the printed arm patch is a highlight). The neck and chin are articulated; the cape features foil detailing for texture; the base includes a nameplate.
My prediction: This will be released on its own on 1 September, whilst the full set of five ‘Doom Day’ sets won’t be available until 4 October. At 379 pieces for $49.99, the unit price is on the high side, but the premium for the exclusive minifigure is a factor – for those collecting minifigures purely, this set offers better value than the five sets coming in October. Standing 17 cm tall, it takes up very little space and is perfect for display on a desk.

Batman: He’s not coming until 4 September

76355 Batman Returns Batmobile – 2,269 pieces / $229.99 / ¥1,899 / 18+

The 1992 film version of the Batmobile, featuring a large vehicle body and a Batmissile (with detachable play features). Full release on 4 September (early access for Insiders via select channels).
Personal verdict: 2,269 pieces for $229.99; the cost per piece works out cheaper than the Bridge set. The Batmissile is the soul of this set – the iconic scene from the film where the vehicle splits into narrow strips to pass through a narrow gap has been recreated by Lego as a transformable feature, making it far more engaging than simply stacking a car body. A must-have for Batmobile fans; it’s a better buy than the Dr Doom set.

Editions: Racing + Trainers

43024 Ayrton Senna Helmet – 931 pieces / $89.99 / 14+

The helmet of F1 legend Ayrton Senna—another commemorative driver’s edition following the 2025 Schumacher helmet.
My take: Priced at $89.99 for 931 pieces, which is reasonable; Senna’s yellow and green is a classic colour scheme, and it’ll certainly stand out on a racing fan’s bookshelf. F1 fans should snap this up straight away; those who don’t follow the sport need only take a quick look.

43026 Nike Air Force 1 x LEGO (Nike AF1 collaboration) – 1,093 pieces / $99.99 / 12+

A crossover between trainers and building blocks, recreating the classic AF1 silhouette; can be displayed as a collectable or worn by a minifigure.
My personal take: The collaboration premium is evident – 1,093 pieces for a hundred dollars. It’s sure to strike a chord with sneakerheads, but pure LEGO fans are unlikely to be impressed – I fall into the latter category; I took one look and swiped past it.

BrickHeadz: A Collection of Four IPs

40858 SpongeBob SquarePants BrickHeadz Figure – 72 pieces / $12.99 / ¥119: SpongeBob SquarePants BrickHeadz figure, compatible with the small accessories from set 11386.
40859 Golden Age Superman & Batman Figures – 218 pieces / $24.99: Golden Age Superman and Batman duo; Superman’s body conceals a Kryptonite brick, whilst Batman’s base features a commemorative gold coin (LEGO DC Batman 20th Anniversary).
40919 Gremlins: Gizmo & Stripe Figures – 230 pieces / $24.99: Gizmo and Stripe from *Gremlins* make their debut as minifigures.
71053 Shrek Series – 7 pieces / $4.99: Shrek surprise pack; 39 yuan per pack – a nightmare for series fans.

Personal view: Fang Tou Zai’s first few waves this year have been rather lacklustre; cramming four IPs in at once in September is clearly an attempt to generate a bit of a buzz. The best value for money is 40859 (both sets included), making it the top choice for topping up an order; the Gizmo set has the highest nostalgic appeal, but at $25 for 230 pieces, it’s a bit on the pricey side.

Christmas Advent Calendars: Getting a head start a month early
The full 2026 range of calendars went on sale on 1 September, in order to secure shelf space in Q4:
60510 LEGO City Advent Calendar 2026 – 252 pieces / $34.99
75456 LEGO Star Wars Advent Calendar 2026 – 293 pieces / $44.99 (includes a mini-figure from the Mandalorian range)
43298 Disney Princess Advent Calendar 2026 – 290 pieces / $44.99
42698 Friends Advent Calendar 2026 – 211 pieces / $34.99
76340 Marvel Advent Calendar 2026 – 317 pieces / $44.99
Personal view: The Star Wars calendar at 293 pieces for $44.99 has been the standard price for the past few years. If you’re collecting these calendars, simply choose based on the theme. The only reason to buy in September is to avoid them selling out in November; I’m just keeping it on display, so there’s no need to rush for the first release.

Just a quick note

LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight (game) – Launches on 18 September on Switch 2 for $69.99 (Deluxe Edition $89.99); the physical edition comes with a retro pixel-style Batman minifigure. The game isn’t part of a set, but the limited-edition physical minifigure is worth noting.
The complete set of five Doomsday sets (40880 Heroes & Villains / 76347 Quinjet / 76348 Epic Battle / 76352 New Avengers Tower, etc., arriving on 4 October; only Doctor Doom will be available in September) – don’t get this mixed up; many people think they’re part of the same wave.
My choices (purely personal)
Based on the 21369 set currently piled up on my desk and my end-of-month salary:
1.11386 Beechburg (a must-have for nostalgia; adults paying the ‘childhood tax’)
2.76355 Batmobile (2,269 pieces + Batmissile; best value for money)
3.11385 Enterprise Bridge (eight minifigures + four Tribbles; a must-have for Star Trek fans)
4.43024 Senna Helmet (compact display piece, F1 nostalgia)
I’ll hold off on the rest for now; I’ll wait until I’ve got all five Doomsday sets in October and then place a joint order to save on postage.
Which ones are you going for this time round? I’ll most likely snap up Beagle Castle and the Bridge on release day, but I’ll wait until 4 September to see some real-life reviews before deciding on the Batmobile. I’ve got Brick Fanatics and Eurobricks on my RSS feed, but having a quick chat in the comments is quicker than scrolling through feeds—please don’t post affiliate links...

Which set are you lot going for this time? I’ll most likely start with Beach Fort and Bridge, but I’ll wait until 4 September to see the hands-on review before deciding on the Batmobile. I’ve got Brick Fanatics and Eurobricks in my RSS feed, but having a quick chat in the comments is quicker than scrolling through feeds—please don’t post any affiliate links, just a casual chat.