Bricks by the Bay

Bricks by the Bay
GenreLego convention
FrequencyAnnual
VenueSanta Clara Convention Center
LocationsFremont, California
Santa Clara, California
CountryUnited States
Years active2010-2022
Websitewww.bricksbythebay.org

Bricks by the Bay is an annual Lego fan convention based in California that ran regularly from 2010 to 2022. Each convention had its own theme.[1][2][3][4]

History

The first convention was held in Fremont, California. Due to the size of the convention, it was moved to the Santa Clara, California.[1][5] The convention presented a Best of Show award to builders.[3] Over 5,000 people attended in 2016.[6] In 2024, it was announced the convention had been put on hiatus.[1][5]

References

  1. ^ a b c "Past events, Bricks by the Bay". Retrieved 2026-02-05.
  2. ^ "Lego builders show off their skills at Bricks by the Bay (photos)". CNET. Retrieved 2026-02-05.
  3. ^ a b "Extreme LEGO fans build a whole new world at Bricks by the Bay". The Mercury News. 2018-07-14. Retrieved 2026-02-05.
  4. ^ "Lego fans link up at brick-head convention in Santa Clara". The Mercury News. 2016-08-21. Retrieved 2026-02-05.
  5. ^ a b Yeo, Matt (2024-02-25). "Bricks by the Bay LEGO convention 'on indefinite hiatus'". Retrieved 2026-02-05.
  6. ^ Cheng, Cynthia (2016-08-31). "Bricks by the Bay Showcases Extravagant Lego Art". The Silicon Valley Voice. Retrieved 2026-02-05.