Past Events
Below is a list of some of the past events that Charm City LUG has organized or participated in. If you have interest in inviting our membership to participate or display at your upcoming event, please reach out below.
Downtown Columbia Marker's Faire - April 23, 2023
A collaborative event/display with the Make Community, this event will be held at the Chrysalis in Merriweather Park at Symphony Woods featuring interactive LEGO displays focused on movement and science and engineering.
Bricks for the Community - April 15, 2023
Our first event held in conjunction with the Boys & Girls Club of Annapolis & Anne Arundel County, this event included hands-on LEGO displays, build opportunities for kids, and educational materials for children of all ages.
Children's Literature Display - April 1-30, 2023
Our final spring literature display of 2023, we took our children's book themed builds to the Calvert Library Southern Branch. Our goal was to excite the imaginations of children at the library and inspire them to read (and maybe do some building of their own)!
BrickFair Fredericksburg, VA - March 23-26, 2023
BrickFair was on the move with the introduction of a new location for the Spring of 2023. Charm City LUG participated with a handful of builders, displaying MOCs throughout the weekend. While a smaller event than the annual BrickFair VA in Chantilly, this event saw fantastic engagement from residents in the Fredericksburg area, and the LUG bringing home 1 "Brickee" award.
Children's Literature Display - March 1-31, 2023
Continuing this year's focus on literature and bringing LEGO to people of all ages, Charm City LUG reached out to the local libraries in the area to offer an original LEGO display with builds based on children's books. Our goal was to excite the imaginations of children at the library and inspire them to read (and maybe do some building of their own)! For the Month of March, this touring display made its way to the Calvert County Southern Branch Library in Solomons, MD.
Bricks @ Elkridge - November 5, 2022
First introduced as Bricks in the spring of this year, the socially distant event for families of all ages returned held at our regular meeting venue. During the event, we set up original builds for library visitors to view through a conference room window, ensuring COVID-safe options to engage with the public about LEGO.
Children's Literature Display - November 1-31, 2022
Not all LUG events have to be weekend events. This year, Charm City LUG reached out to the local libraries in the area to offer an original LEGO display with builds based on children's books. Our goal was to excite the imaginations of children at the library and inspire them to read (and maybe do some building of their own)! For the Month of November, this touring display made its way to the Rockville Memorial Library in Rockville, MD.
Bricks by the Lake - October 1, 2022
Back again for our second year, Charm City LUG organized and displayed at the Reston Community Center in Reston, VA for an event supporting the Reston Museum and Historic Trust. The event included a 'Master Builder' gallery featuring original builds from Charm City LUG members, as well as two separate LEGO build contests for participants 5-18 showing off their creativity with bricks. The event also included a custom LEGO kit designed by Charm City LUG members, which were sold to raise funds for the Reston Museum.
BrickFair Exton, PA - September 24-25, 2022
BrickFair was on the move with the introduction of a new location for the Fall of 2022. Charm City LUG participated with a handful of builders, displaying MOCs throughout the weekend. While a smaller event than the annual BrickFair VA, this event saw fantastic engagement from residents in the Philadelphia metropolitan area, and the LUG bringing home 1 "Brickee" award.
Erie Comic Con - September 16-18, 2022
Charm City LUG always is excited to bring new events to the public, and thanks to the leadership of one of our members, helped coordinate the introduction of a LEGO display at the established Erie Comic Con in Erie, PA. This event included participation from several partnering LUGs across the area, displays of MOCs, and a panel from one of our LUG leaders.
Children's Literature Display - September 1-30, 2022
Not all LUG events have to be weekend events. This year, Charm City LUG reached out to the local libraries in the area to offer an original LEGO display with builds based on children's books. Our goal was to excite the imaginations of children at the library and inspire them to read (and maybe do some building of their own)!
BrickFair VA - August 6-7, 2022
Our annual flagship event hosted by BrickFair Lego Fan Expo. This event attracts over 1,500 AFOL builders, and a public attendance of over 15,000! At the 2022 event, Charm City LUG displayed its largest display yet, with a full city skyline, Star Wars display, and a massive pirate build featuring over 1,000,000 bricks! At this event, LUG members were honored with 2 "Brickee" awards.
Fairy & Gnome Home Festival - May 28, 2022 through June 30, 2022
Hosted by the Annemarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center, this event in it's 12th year featured themed builds from Charm City LUG members showing off LEGO fairy and gnome houses. During the Festival kick-off, Charm City LUG organized a LEGO brick pit for children of all ages to build and express their creativity.
Bricks through the Window - May 21, 2022
Charm City LUG organized this inaugural event held at our regular meeting venue. During the event, we set up original builds for library visitors to view through a conference room window, ensuring COVID-safe options to engage with the public about LEGO.
Marley Mall Display - November 19, 2021 through January 9, 2022
Organized annually by Charm City LUG members, this holiday city/train display features original LEGO builds from the LUG. This year our display featured an operational LEGO train, as well as a full holiday parade including LEGO floats and 'balloons'. We are always thrilled to bring some cheer on to the faces of visitors throughout the holiday season!
Bricks by the Lake - August 15, 2021
Charm City LUG organized this inaugural event supporting the Reston Museum and Historic Trust in Reston, VA. The event included a 'Master Builder' gallery featuring original builds from Charm City LUG members, as well as a LEGO build contest held for participants 5-18 showing off their creativity with bricks!