DOTHAN, Ala. (WDNews) — The National Peanut Festival will celebrate creativity and construction during its 2025 LEGO Exhibit and Building Competitions, held Oct. 23 through Nov. 10 at the Summerford Premium Exhibit Building. This year’s theme, “Nothing’s Gonna Stop Us Now,” invites young builders to showcase their imagination one brick at a time.
Festival organizers are accepting entries for the LEGO Exhibit Contest, where participants can display their original creations throughout the festival. The entry deadline has been extended to Friday, Oct. 17, with drop-off scheduled for Thursday, Oct. 23, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Summerford Premium Exhibit Building. Entries must fit on a 10-by-10-inch base plate, and original designs are encouraged, as kit-based builds will lose points. Age categories include 6–8, 9–11, 12–14 and 15–17.
Prizes for the exhibit contest range from $10 to $25 for third through first place, and a Best in Show winner will receive $50 and a rosette. Entries will remain on display for the duration of the festival, with pickup on Monday, Nov. 10, from 5 to 7 p.m.
The excitement continues with the LEGO Onsite Building Contest on Sunday, Nov. 2, also at the Summerford building. Open to children ages 8 to 12, the fast-paced competition gives participants 45 minutes to create their own designs using provided LEGO materials. Each builder will have a table and will be judged on creativity and originality. Ribbons or trophies will be awarded to the top four builders. Registration takes place just before the event, and only 20 spots are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Spectators are welcome to watch and cheer as young builders bring their bold ideas to life.
For entry forms and updates, visit www.nationalpeanutfestival.com or contact coordinator Cynthia Riley at (334) 797-1259.
Whether showcasing a display or building under pressure, festival organizers say this year’s LEGO events promise fun and creativity for all—because, as the theme declares, “Nothing’s Gonna Stop Us Now.”
