LEGO Reviews City60326

Picnic in the Park

Name: LEGO Picnic in the Park 60326
Brand: LEGO
SKU: 60326
Rating: 4.8 (953 reviews)

81 · HIGHLY RECOMMENDEDINVESTMENT GRADE: A2022147 pcsHigh agreement · 97%

Expert reviews

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Owner ratings

953

Consensus

BUY

BrickScore

Highly Recommended

Owners

Synthesized Verdict

"Picnic in the Park is a small set that punches above its weight in charm and parts value, earning an 81.4 BrickScore and near-universal owner enthusiasm. The new squirrel mold, exclusive hair piece, and refreshing leisure theme make it an easy Highly Recommended for City fans and parts collectors alike."

Picnic in the Park earns a BrickScore of 81.4 and a Highly Recommended rating, with expert reviewers and owners closely aligned. Owner ratings average 4.80 out of 5 across 953 buyers, and 100 percent of LEGO site respondents would recommend it, matching the expert enthusiasm for its charm, parts value, and leisurely theme. The Brickset reviewer called it outstanding, particularly praising the new squirrel element, exclusive minifigure parts, and the set's welcome departure from City's usual emergency-services focus.

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LOVED (8)

01Squirrel elements in two colors, with the black-haired squirrel exclusive to this set
02Exclusive dark brown hair piece not found elsewhere in the City lineup at the time
03Printed acorn tiles adding appealing visual detail to the picnic setting
04Distinctive leisure-themed setting as a change of pace from City emergency and vehicle sets
05Excellent value at $19.99 for 147 pieces, with the unique parts justifying the price
06Clear and accessible instructions suitable for young builders working independently
07Charming hollow tree with a squirrel nesting hole
08Bright, attractive color palette

CRITICIZED (7)

01Light bluish grey tiles on the path feel tonally out of place against the earthy outdoor setting
02Tree is simple in construction and only about 12cm tall
03Single sticker in the set depicts a leaf emblem on the park maintenance vehicle that does not appear on the minifigure torso
04Bicycle-trailer connection is basic
05Helmets are not dual-molded and could have matched hair colors more closely
06LEGO Store exclusivity limits accessibility for buyers without a nearby store
07Build is too easy for older children, better suited to ages 3 to 5 than the suggested 5 and up

What reviewers are saying

"Offering excellent value and various new elements, Picnic in the Park is outstanding."

Brickset Reviews

"there's so much charm here there's so much good stuff i like so much of it"

JANG's LEGO Reviews

"this set is cool as heck"

DG Bricks

Ecosystem

60202 People Pack - Outdoor Adventures — Picnic in the Park recalls the popular People Packs created for LEGO City between 2016 and 2019, despite lacking the vast selection of minifigures. The new pieces and relaxed environment certainly recall those popular sets, which were primarily focused upon leisure in LEGO City.

60317 Police Chase at the Bank — Shares the printed acorn element found in this set.

60329 School Day — Contains the light bluish grey squirrel colour variant not included in 60326.

60330 Hospital — Contains the black version of the dark brown hair piece that appears in dark brown exclusively in 60326.

CityTier 2Investment Grade

By Reviewer · 3

Avg score

Consensus

BUY

Brickset Reviews

Editorial Source

BUY

"Offering excellent value and various new elements, Picnic in the Park is outstanding."

Key Pros

✓Squirrels are adorable and new to LEGO
✓Multiple exclusive minifigure parts (dark brown hair, unique torsos, wrinkled head)
✓Attractive outdoor leisure setting; welcome change from emergency services focus

Key Cons

✕Light bluish grey tiles on path look out of place; would have preferred earthy colours exclusively
✕Tree is simple and only 12cm tall

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JANG's LEGO Reviews

Expert Video Source

BUY

"there's so much charm here there's so much good stuff i like so much of it"

Key Pros

✓Lots of charm and thoughtful design
✓Efficient use of pieces with generous builds
✓Nice color schemes and printing on minifigures and elements

Key Cons

✕Tree trunk cross-section is completely square rather than rounded
✕One minifigure torso print (right figure) has white that appears pink instead of opaque white

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DG Bricks

Expert Video Source

BUY

"this set is cool as heck"

Key Pros

✓Very charming and pleasant scene
✓Substantial build with high-quality tree for a City set
✓Good minifigure count (3 minifigs)

Key Cons

✕Short 12-month shelf life (not unique to this set)
✕City sets generally not as collectible as other themes

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Dimensional Analysis

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Investment score 78

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Value drivers

Brickset Reviews: The exclusive dark brown hair piece and unique torsos (especially the older female visitor's outfit) serve as minifig-specific value drivers.

Exclusivity

Brickset Reviews: LEGO store exclusive; comments note it is exclusive to Toys R Us in Singapore and LEGO exclusive in European regions.

DG Bricks: Wide retail availability during shelf life.

Resale

Brickset Reviews: While not explicitly stated, the reviewer's strong recommendation and emphasis on unique parts suggest moderate collector interest. Comments mention strong initial popularity and mentions of buying multiples for part acquisition.

DG Bricks: Uncertain but early signs positive. Already saw peak of $40.97 on aftermarket post-retirement, though prices have subsequently come down.

Minifigures & Standout Parts

In this set (3)

Female

Boy in Red Jacket

Park Worker

Standout parts (per reviewers)

Squirrel element
Marvellous new squirrel component available in three colours (dark brown/black, reddish-brown, and light bluish grey). Two colours included in this set; the black-haired squirrel only appears in 60326.
Dark brown hair pieceValue
Exclusive to this set in dark brown. Includes appealing texture and is only available here in dark brown, while the black version is found in 60330 Hospital.
Bright yellow bicycle
Brighter yellow variant is new; flame yellowish orange bicycles have appeared before but this variant is new, matching the crate.
Printed acorns on tiles
Two printed acorns nestled in tree branches, shared with 60317 Police Chase at the Bank. Stand out nicely against bright green and lime green leaves. One spare acorn included.
Light bluish grey droid arm
Used as connection structure between bicycle and trailer; fairly basic but adequate for the function.
Squirrel
New design in dark orange (sought after) and black versions with good print quality

What Owners Say · summarized from 17 written reviews (LEGO, Amazon, Walmart)

Owners love this set as an easy, cute, value-packed addition to collections with excellent creative play potential for ages 3+, though some find it too simple for older kids.

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