The LEGO DUPLO Circus sets, released in 2013, are designed to introduce young children to the exciting world of the circus. Key sets include "My First Circus" (10504), which features a big top tent, performers, and animals; "Circus Transport" (10550), which includes a truck for transporting animals and performers; and "Circus Show" (10503), which allows children to create their own circus performances with a variety of characters and props. These sets are aimed at developing creativity and fine motor skills through imaginative play.
2013 LEGO Sets
2013 included a number of notable theme releases including the Legends of Chima, The Lone Ranger, Galaxy Squad, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Jake and the Never Land Pirates and Mickey Mouse & Friends. The flagship release was Legends of Chima with the coincided premier of The Legends of Chima TV Show on Cartoon Network. However, LEGO unfortunately did retire a number of well-loved themes such as Monster Fighters, SpongeBob SquarePants, Cars and Dino. One interesting note is that in 2013, LEGO started changing from 4-digit set numbers to 5-digit set numbers. 2013 was also the year that LEGO release the exclusive Mr. Gold in its collectable minifigures blind bags. This event single handled created one of the greatest investment opportunities for collections LEGO has seen.