Introduction
2021 Australian TV series or program Lego Masters Bricksmas SpecialsGenreRealityPresented byHamish BlakeJudgesRyan "The Brickman" McNaughtCountry of originAustraliaOriginal languageEnglishNo. of episodes4ProductionRunning time90 mins (including ads)Production companyEndemol Shine AustraliaOriginal releaseNetworkNine NetworkRelease21 November 2021 (2021-11-21) –27 November 2022 (2022-11-27) The Lego Masters Bricksmas Specials are the Christmas specials of the Australian reality television series Lego Masters. Hamish Blake and Ryan "The Brickman" McNaught returned as hosts for the specials. The first special, broadcast in two parts, aired on 21 and 28 November 2021. The second Christmas special, also a two-parter, aired on 20 and 27 November 2022. The specials feature celebrities pairing up with past Lego Masters contestants to compete. Rather than a monetary prize, the winners receive a Christmas themed Lego trophy and $20,000 will be donated to Kmart’s Wishing Tree.
Production
[edit] Celebrity contestants on the first special included Scott Cam, Brooke Boney, Sophie Monk and Michael (Wippa) Wipfli paired with returning Lego Masters contestants Michael from Season 3, Jay and Stani from Season 2 and Henry, one half of the Season 1 winning team. During Nine’s 2023 upfronts, it was announced that a second Christmas special will air in the fourth quarter of 2022, with celebrities Poh Ling Yeow, Emma Watkins, Darren Palmer and Lincoln Lewis paired with returning Lego Masters contestants Gerhard “G” from Season 1, Alex from Season 2 and Fleur & Sarah from Season 3.
2021 Brickmas Special
[edit] Teams[edit]
Team
Relationship
Status
Brooke Boney & Michael
TV personality from Today & Lego Masters (Australia) 5th place contestant from Season 3
Winners
Scott Cam & Jay
TV personality from The Block & Lego Masters (Australia) 6th place contestant from Season 2
Runners up
Wippa & Stani
Radio personality on Nova 96.9 & Lego Masters (Australia) 6th place contestant from Season 2
Bottom two
Sophie Monk & Henry
TV personality from The Bachelorette and Beauty & The Geek & Lego Masters (Australia) winner from Season 1
Bottom two
Challenges[edit] Challenge 1[edit] Airdate - 21 November 2021 Challenge: - Each of the four teams were tasked with creating a design for a Christmas shopfront window based on a minifig pick in 15 hours. Brickman gave each team 1 hour of help of their choice. Advantage - The winner of the challenge received an advantage, an hour of Hamish's time, for the Grand Finale.
Team
Lego Design
Brickman's Help
Result
Brooke & Michael
White Christmas
Sleigh
Challenge Winners
Scott & Jay
2022 Brickmas Special
[edit] Teams[edit]
Team
Relationship
Status
Poh Ling Yeow & Sarah
TV chef & Lego Masters (Australia) 4th place contestant from Season 3
Winners
Emma Watkins & G (Gerhard)
Children's entertainer & Lego Masters (Australia) runner up contestant from Season 1
Darren Palmer & Fleur
The Block judge and interior designer & Lego Masters (Australia) 4th place contestant from Season 3
Lincoln Lewis & Alex
Actor & Lego Masters (Australia) winning contestant from Season 2
Challenges[edit] Challenge 1[edit] Airdate - 20 November 2022 Challenge: - Each of the four teams were tasked with building the inside surprise of a premade Lego Christmas cracker over 12 hours. Brickman gave each team 1 hour of help of their choice. Advantage - The winner received an advantage for the Grand Final challenge.
Team
Lego Design
Brickman's Help
Result
Darren & Fleur
Turkey in the oven wearing a Christmas jumper
Turkey's wings and one tail feather
Challenge Winners
Poh & Sarah
Dunny Santa
Outhouse and toilet
Runners-up
Why Lego Bricksmas Became a Holiday TV Favourite
The Bricksmas specials hit a sweet spot by marrying two British‑style pastimes: the love of festive competition and the universal appeal of Lego. Viewers get the feel of a cosy, family‑room gathering while watching celebrities and seasoned builders race to create towering, neon‑lit Christmas scenes. The format taps into the DIY spirit of the season, encouraging households to pull out their own brick boxes and try a mini‑challenge. Because the show isn’t about cash prizes but a charitable donation, it feels good to watch, reinforcing the Christmas ethos of giving back. This blend of creativity, celebrity charm and goodwill has cemented the specials as a repeat‑watch tradition for families looking for light‑hearted, festive entertainment.
How to Turn the Bricksmas Challenge into Your Own Home Activity
If you want to capture the magic of Bricksmas at home, start with a simple theme – perhaps a winter wonderland or a classic Christmas market – and set a timer for 60 minutes. Pair up members of your household, mirroring the celebrity‑contestant duos, and assign roles: one builds the structure, the other adds detail and narrative. Use the show as a guide for colour palettes – think metallic reds, icy blues and glittery whites – and don’t shy away from incorporating everyday items like pine cones or fairy lights. Capture the process on video, then share the finished piece on social media with a hashtag to support a charity of your choice, echoing the programme’s charitable spirit.
Common Misconception: It’s Not Just About Winning
Many viewers assume the Bricksmas specials are a straightforward competition for a trophy, but the real focus lies in the collaborative spirit and the charitable outcome. The $20,000 contribution to Kmart’s Wishing Tree outweighs the novelty of the trophy, shifting the narrative from personal glory to community benefit. This nuance often gets lost in headlines that highlight the celebrity pairings. Understanding this purpose can change how audiences engage – cheering not only for technical brilliance but also for the cause each build supports. It reminds us that even festive television can serve a larger, heart‑warming purpose beyond the screen.