LEGO Unveils Bowser's Rumbling Race Set to Ship in January
The 409-piece Mario Kart set with traditional minifigures is scheduled for release on January 1, 2027, priced at $59.99.
Updated on Nov. 7, 2026 in Motorsports
LEGO will release Bowser's Rumbling Race, a Mario Kart set with traditional minifigures, on January 1, 2027. The set contains 409 pieces and is designed for builders ages 7 and up.
Why it matters
The release marks a departure from the LEGO Super Mario theme's earlier focus on larger interactive electronic figures, returning instead to traditional minifigures. It gives fans a new build-based way to engage with the Mario Kart lineup.
The set contains 409 pieces and is priced at $59.99 for builders ages 7 and up. Sales performance and availability beyond the announced release date have not yet been disclosed.
The players
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LEGO is a Danish toy manufacturer known for its interlocking plastic brick construction sets and licensed themed lines.
The details
The set includes new minifigures for Bowser, Toad, and Goomba, each riding a distinct kart: the Bowser Bruiser, Zoom Buggy, and Biddybuggy. A brick-built Cow rides the Tune Thumper, collecting coins for a boost and grabbing the Fire Flower from the Item Box, while each kart features new shell launchers and fireball action.
Timeline
January 1, 2027: Bowser's Rumbling Race set release date.
Season Trajectory
The release signals a shift within the LEGO Super Mario theme away from larger interactive electronic figures toward traditional minifigures. It positions the Mario Kart line within a broader build-focused approach to the franchise.
Builders interested in the set can plan for its January 1, 2027 release at $59.99. The 409-piece build is aimed at ages 7 and up, so buyers should consider the recommended age range when purchasing.
The takeaway
Fans of the Mario franchise who prefer hands-on building may find this set a return to classic LEGO construction. Checking the release date and recommended age range ahead of time will help buyers plan their purchase.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Bleeding Cool.
