They’re often considered to be the “Oscars” of the toy industry, and on Friday, Feb. 21, 2020, the next Toy of the Year (TOTY) Awards will be distributed at the Ziegfeld Ballroom in New York City as Toy Fair New York gets underway. After carefully examining hundreds of nominees, a panel of industry experts determined this year’s finalists in 16 categories. One winner in each category, along with the consumer-chosen People’s Choice award and the overall Toy of the Year Award will be presented in February. Now it’s your chance to vote for your favorites.
– Here are the nominees for Playset of the Year! –
Honoring toys that are designed to work together to enact some action or event, including characters and role play.
Beyblade Burst Turbo Slingshock Cross Collision Battle Set (Hasbro)
This Beystadium’s quadruple rail system propels tops through the rails and into the Battle Ring. Keep the Performance Tips in Battle Ring Mode for defense, or convert them to Slingshock Mode to ride the rails into battle.
Ages: 8+, $49.99
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Disney Frozen Ultimate Ardendelle Castle Playset (Hasbro)
The castle is 5 feet tall and 4 feet wide, has four floors and seven rooms, and includes 14 accessories, such as a piano, a throne, a banquet table, a vanity, sofa, and more. Push the button on the moving balcony and see a colorful light show inspired by the Northern Lights.
Ages: 3+, $199.99
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Hape Fire Station (Hape)
Kids can explore three levels of fun, from the rooftop helipad to the garage with working doors. The Hape Fire Station comes with a wooden helicopter and a fire engine for storytelling adventures.
Ages: 3+, $99.99
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Hot Wheels Colossal Crash Track Set (Mattel)
This is the biggest boosted Hot Wheels set ever, featuring a double figure eight track. There are two colorful track loops that meet in the middle, forming a high-speed crash zone.
Ages: 5+, $99.99
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L.O.L. Surprise! Winter Disco Chalet (MGA Entertainment)
Kids can unbox more than 95 surprises, including snowing chimney, real light-up ice rink, working ski lift, and more. Made from real wood, the house has three stories and six rooms and measures more than 3-feet tall.
Ages: 6+, $249.99
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Playmobil Mars Space Station (Playmobil)
Kids can explore as they move around the space station playset through a central hub, mission modules, docking stations, and more. Includes two astronauts, a robot, and accessories, including a movable laser blaster.
Ages: 6+, $79.99
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Timber Tots (Fat Brain Toys)
Press the button at the top of the treehouse to reveal a cozy home inside, including an elevator, a fireplace, a living space, and more. Kids can store the included critters and accessories inside the treetop to take it on the go.
Ages: 2+, $49.95
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– VOTE NOW! –
Public voting for the 2020 TOTY Awards is open to consumers, retailers, media, and members of The Toy Association through Jan. 5. For full details, rules, and additional information, please visit toyawards.org. Proceeds from the annual event benefit The Toy Foundation in its efforts to bring joy and comfort to children in need through the experience of toys and play.
