3+ hour, 15+ min ago (131+ words) Bubble Planet, the popular immersive experience at New Jersey's American Dream Mall, is offering a limited-time 25% Black Friday discount, and tickets are selling quickly. Visitors can explore eight bubble-themed rooms filled with VR technology, sensory surprises and interactive experiences designed to engage all five senses. Tickets for Bubble Planet can be purchased through the official ticket partner, Fever. With the current 25% Black Friday sale, general admission prices start as low as $24 for adults and $16 for children. Bubble Planet is currently available in several North American cities, including New Jersey, New York, Toronto, Phoenix, Tempe, Bellevue, Seattle, Washington, D.C., Atlanta, Dallas and Los Angeles. Find your city on Fever. This article was produced with assistance from AI tools and reviewed by Syracuse.com staff....

2+ mon, 2+ day ago (155+ words) LEGO has unveiled a new release that's bound to make a dent in your pocket. Launching Sunday, October 4, the Death Star set comes with a hefty $1,000 price tag. It features 6,500 pieces and 38 minifigures. Once built, the model measures 28 inches (70 cm) tall, 32 inches (79 cm) wide, and 11 inches (27 cm) deep. Exceptional Minifigure Count: The inclusion of 38 minifigures significantly enhances the play and display value of the set. These figures allow builders to populate their Death Star with key characters from the Star Wars universe, enabling immersive storytelling and recreating iconic scenes. The high number of minifigures makes this set particularly appealing to collectors and fans who appreciate the depth and detail they bring to the overall experience. Generative AI was used to produce an initial draft for this story, based on data provided by LEGO. It was reviewed and edited by Syracuse.com....

2+ mon, 2+ week ago (201+ words) Most retailers have started putting out their Halloween and fall decorations but LEGO is moving forward into the year and have already dropped this year's advent calendars. LEGO's advent calendars have become iconic for both children and adults, and right now, there are a ton of new calendars ready for you. Shoppers can grab the LEGO Star Wars Advent Calendar 2025, the LEGO Harry Potter Advent Calendar 2025, the LEGO City Advent Calendar 2025, and a ton more. Droidsmith Workshop Theme: The calendar's main theme centers around creating a "droidsmith workshop." This theme emphasizes creativity and customization, as kids can build droids, add extra parts, and use workshop equipment. The workshop theme encourages imaginative play by allowing children to invent their own droid-building stories. Festive Themed Mini-Builds: The Advent calendar includes exclusive holiday-themed versions of Star Wars characters, such as BB-8 as a…...

2+ mon, 3+ week ago (159+ words) LEGO recently announced a new set that'll make a dent in your wallet. The Death Star will drop on Sunday, October 4 and will cost you $1000. The set consists of 6500 pieces and includes 38 minifigures. When fully assembled, the Death Star model has a height of 28 inches (70cm), a width of 32 inches (79cm), and a depth of 11 inches (27cm). Exceptional Minifigure Count: The inclusion of 38 minifigures significantly enhances the play and display value of the set. These figures allow builders to populate their Death Star with key characters from the Star Wars universe, enabling immersive storytelling and recreating iconic scenes. The high number of minifigures makes this set particularly appealing to collectors and fans who appreciate the depth and detail they bring to the overall experience. Generative AI was used to produce an initial draft for this story, based on data provided by LEGO. It…...

3+ mon, 1+ week ago (333+ words) Mark Hamill, best known for portraying Luke Skywalker in the "Star Wars" film series, says he considered leaving the country after Donald Trump's win in the 2024 presidential election. In an interview with the British newspaper The Times, Hamill said that his wife ultimately convinced him to stay in the United States. Hamill said that after Trump won, he gave his wife a choice of where to move to: Ireland or London. "She's very clever," Hamill told The Times. "She didn't respond right away but a week later she said, "I'm surprised you would allow him to force you out of your own country.' "That son of a bitch,' I thought. "I'm not leaving.' " Hamill added: "I still believe there are more honest, decent people than there are the MAGA crowd," he says. "If I didn't, I'd move back to England....

4+ mon, 3+ day ago (234+ words) Disney Store is having a huge sale on select LEGO Star Wars sets, but it won't last long. Right now, shoppers can save big on sets like the LEGO C-3PO, the LEGO TIE Fighter and X-Wing Mash-Up, the LEGO ARC-170 Starfighter, the Acclamator-Class Assault Ship, and a ton more. The LEGO C-3PO 75398 " Star Wars set is a detailed model designed for builders aged 18 and up. It consists of 1,138 pieces, allowing for the creation of a poseable C-3PO figure approximately 15 inches in height. The model is constructed from plastic and features a rotating head and adjustable arms for creating different poses. The set is complemented by a display stand, complete with a C-3PO information plaque, a C-3PO LEGO minifigure, and a LEGO Star Wars 25th anniversary brick. The poseable head and arms of the LEGO C-3PO set allow builders to recreate iconic scenes and customize the figure's display,…...

4+ mon, 4+ week ago (279+ words) By David Matthews | New York Daily News (TNS) Kenneth Colley, a British actor known for playing Admiral Piett in the original "Star Wars" trilogy, has died at age 87. Colley died at his home in England on Monday, according to a statement shared by his agent, Julian Owens. Before his death, Colley been admitted to a hospital for an arm injury he suffered in a fall, but he quickly contracted COVID-19 that eventually developed into pneumonia. Throughout his 64-year career, Colley worked continuously in film, television and on the stage, playing a wide variety of characters from Jesus in "Monty Python's Life of Brian" to the Duke of Vienna in Shakespeare's "Measure for Measure" for the BBC. In "The Empire Strikes Back" and "Return of the Jedi" he played Admiral Piett, an imperial officer in command of Darth Vader's flagship Executor....

6+ mon, 2+ week ago (256+ words) One of my favorite new LEGO sets of the last year is on sale this week at Walmart, and it comes at the perfect time. The LEGO Disney Stitch was originally $64.99 (and still is at LEGO.com), but Walmart has it marked down to $51.99. This piece looks great on a shelf, and is the perfect gift for Disney fans. Plus, with Disney's live-action "Lilo & Stitch" remake set to hit movie theaters on May 23, this is a great way to celebrate the new movie. Stitch looks cute as ever in this eye-catching, eight-inch brightly colored display piece, with posable ears and head. It released in 2024, and it's got 4.8/5 stars from Walmart customers. RELATED: Owala to release Disney's "Lilo and Stitch' 24oz FreeSip water bottles ahead of movie premiere This set is ideal for anyone who loves Disney, Lilo & Stitch or whimsical display…...

6+ mon, 3+ week ago (218+ words) LEGO is accepting pre-orders for the new Disney Pixar Luxo Jr., which is set to release on June 1 (6/1/2025). Avaialble for $70, Disney Pixar Luxo Jr. building set for adults (21357). Designed as a display model, it features full articulation to mimic Luxo Jr.s signature bouncing, hopping, and rotating motions, making it a perfect addition to any home office decor. Are you a fan of Pixars iconic animations and looking for a unique collectible to add to your collection? The LEGO Disney Pixar Luxo Jr. (21357) is the perfect choice. This meticulously designed set captures the playful spirit of Luxo Jr., the beloved lamp from Pixars groundbreaking 1986 short film. Related: 18 Mothers Day gifts that are too good, youll be Moms favorite child The LEGO Disney Pixar Luxo Jr. is not just a building set; its a piece of cinematic history. Its detailed design…...

7+ mon, 1+ day ago (668+ words) May the 4th, Star Wars Day, is coming up this Sunday, and the biggest annual celebration for Star Wars fans got started early thanks to LEGO. The building toy company has dropped exclusive new LEGO sets and limited-time deals starting Thursday, May 1. Beyond that, LEGO is offering 4X purchase points on three sets, and while they aren't on sale, those points can be converted into major savings or other exclusive offers down the road, so they are very likely to pay for themselves. Here's what you can buy for quadruple Insider points: There is also an extensive list of sets that you can get 2X purchase points on this year, including the new AT-AT Driver Helmet ($69.99) and all ten of the new Star Wars kits available on LEGO.com. Insider rewards can be cashed in for exclusive sets, like the LEGO Ideas Micro…...