LEGO® SpongeBob SquarePants Returns
28 July 2026
LEGO® SpongeBob SquarePants is making a striking comeback in 2026. The original LEGO® SpongeBob line was released from 2006 through 2012. After a 14-year hiatus, the yellow sponge is returning with two new building sets: a compact BrickHeadz figure and a large LEGO® Icons version of Bikini Bottom.
For fans, this means a return to familiar locations, characters, and moments from the animated series. For builders, the sets are just as interesting thanks to their striking colors, decorative elements, accessories, rounded shapes, and parts that can be used to build underwater worlds and colorful displays.
LEGO® SpongeBob returns on September 1, 2026
The two new SpongeBob sets will be available for pre-order starting July 14, 2026, and will ship starting September 1, 2026. These are the LEGO® BrickHeadz™ SpongeBob SquarePants Figure 40858 and the LEGO® Icons SpongeBob SquarePants: Bikini Bottom 11386.
With these sets, LEGO® is offering two distinct building experiences. The BrickHeadz set is a compact display model, while Bikini Bottom is an extensive building project for adult fans and collectors. Those who collect characters from the original series can also check out the existing LEGO® SpongeBob minifigures at ToyPro.
Compact LEGO® BrickHeadz SpongeBob SquarePants 40858
The LEGO® BrickHeadz™ SpongeBob SquarePants figure 40858 consists of 72 pieces and is intended for builders ages 10 and up. The finished model is approximately 8 centimeters tall and has a suggested retail price of €12.99.
Despite its compact size, the model features several recognizable details. SpongeBob has his familiar square appearance, distinctive facial expression, and a net for catching jellyfish. Printed decorative elements are also used to make the character instantly recognizable.
LEGO® Icons SpongeBob SquarePants: Bikini Bottom 11386
The largest set in the comeback is LEGO® Icons SpongeBob SquarePants: Bikini Bottom 11386. This set for adults consists of 1,794 pieces and has a suggested retail price of €209.99. The completed display model measures approximately 24 centimeters high, 54 centimeters wide, and 13 centimeters deep.
The set combines several well-known locations from Bikini Bottom. Builders can create, among other things, SpongeBob’s pineapple house, Squidward’s house, Patrick’s rock, and a colorful section of Jellyfish Fields. The buildings not only have recognizable exteriors but also feature detailed interiors.
SpongeBob’s house features a living room and a bedroom. Squidward’s house includes a living room, a bedroom, a bathroom, and a rooftop lounge. Patrick’s rock also has a furnished interior.
The set includes minifigures of SpongeBob, Patrick, and Squidward. Gary the snail and DoodleBob are included as buildable characters. There are also several references to famous moments from the series, including the boatmobile, Squidward’s clarinet with a music stand, and a portrait of Gary.
With its wide design and many small scenes, Bikini Bottom is clearly intended as a display model. The set thus fits in well with other elaborate LEGO® Icons sets.
Interesting Pieces for Underwater Worlds
For custom builders, the appeal of Bikini Bottom lies primarily in its varied mix of pieces. The underwater world calls for bright colors, rounded shapes, curved building elements, plants, decorative tiles, accessories, and unusual building techniques.
For example, with individual LEGO® plant parts, you can build coral, seaweed, and fantasy plants. LEGO® tiles are suitable for floors, facade details, furniture, and decorative patterns. For the various homes, you can use individual LEGO® house parts.
The small character details are also interesting. With LEGO® minifigure parts and minifigure accessories, you can create your own residents, visitors, and underwater adventures.
Build your own Bikini Bottom with individual LEGO® pieces
You don’t have to buy the entire set to get started with the SpongeBob theme. With individual LEGO® pieces, you can build your own underwater world, pineapple house, or colorful fantasy home.
At ToyPro, you can search by part name, LEGO® Design ID, Element ID, color, size, or part category. If you want to add to a specific set, you can also use the set number to find the corresponding parts.
Combine colorful bricks with plants, tiles, animals, and accessories to create your own version of Bikini Bottom. Then add individual LEGO® minifigures and decide for yourself which characters will live in your underwater world.
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