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Prices are currently high for this set
This LEGO set typically sells between $160-$167 locally. The average price is higher than the retail price of the set.
Set Facts
- The set includes Monkie Kid in a tourist outfit, Mr. Tang, Mei, Pigsy, Han, Huang, a train driver, Citybot A05 and Citybot A16 robots.
- The price of the set was increased from $149.99 to $159.99 RRP in August 2022.
- The City of Lanterns was designed by LEGO designer Justin Ramsden.
Regional Retail Prices (LEGO.com/Store)
The City of Lanterns Reviews
Jays Brick Blog
“Out of the 2022 Monkie Kid Wave, there is one standout set – 80036 The City of Lanterns, which is surprisingly cost-effective, and features a multi-level Monkie Kid city, that’s reminiscent of Ninjago City. 80036 City of Lanterns is a sprawling dense Monkie Kid metropolis,... More featuring a LEGO toy shop, hotel, Speedy Panda store, 2 restaurants, karaoke booth, bubble tea café and a rapid transit train and track that weaves its way around the city.”
The Brothers Brick
“If you are a fan of the Monkie Kid theme, or enjoy building and playing with modular sets, then I would highly recommend picking this set up. While the building techniques are not particularly ground-breaking, there is plenty of part usage that should inspire and delight... More builders of all experience levels, and the detachable aspect adds even more play value, as you could add on more buildings in the same style to create your own Monkie Kid city scene.”
Subtheme Analysis
Community Stats
The City of Lanterns currently ranks #1 out of the top most owned sets in Monkie Kid Season 3.
About Monkie Kid Season 3

The LEGO Monkie Kid Season 3 sets are based on the animated series from the third season. In Season 3 of Monkie Kid, MK and the team embark on a journey to the West in search of three powerful Fire Rings to defeat the Bone Demon. However, they face a new challenge when they realize that the Samadhi Fire, the weapon they are seeking, may be as dangerous as the Bone Demon herself.
Season 3 was introduced in 2022 and currently consists of 10 sets.
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Children will love building The City of Lanterns and can enjoy a 360-degree play experience with this LEGO® Monkie Kid™ playset (80036). It features a LEGO toy shop, hotel, Speedy Panda store, 2 restaurants, karaoke booth, bubble tea café and a rapid transit train and track that weaves its way around the city. The buildings are easy to detach and can be combined in multiple ways to create a unique city.
Bring the city to life
The set, for ages 9 and up, has 7 minifigures, including Monkie Kid, Mei and Pigsy, who has a buildable ‘hat air’ balloon and portable kitchen, plus 2 buildable robots and lots of fun accessories. Printed step-by-step instructions are included in the box to help youngsters build with confidence.
Highly detailed buildable city – Children can build The City of Lanterns (80036) in their own way and role-play scenes from the Monkie Kid animated series with this toy playset
7 LEGO® minifigures bring the city to life – Monkie Kid in a tourist outfit, Mr....
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