Best Buy has toys that create memories today for nostalgia tomorrow. Because toys are more than just playthings; they are sources of endless fun for all ages, and for adults they are bridges to the past. From the moment we grasp our first teddy bear as a child to the many times we nostalgically look back at our favourite childhood playthings, toys are integral to life. Explore some of the newest toys at Best Buy today, that will build memories to last a lifetime, then enter to win one of twelve fantastic toy bundles.

Toys create memories: the foundation of who we are

From the moment we’re born, toys become a part of our world. They are companions, teachers, and sources of comfort. As children, we assign personalities to our toys, embark on imaginary adventures with them, and even confide our deepest secrets to our plush friends.

For me, the stories I created while playing with cars and figurines established a love of storytelling and a love of writing. Remember the toy car that sparked your interest in automobiles? Or the doll that was your inseparable friend during those long summer days? These toys are not just objects; they are the building blocks of our childhood memories. They remind us of simpler times, filled with wonder, curiosity, and unbridled joy. The memories they created helped shape what we can do, what we know about the world—helped shape the adults we have become.

Toy nostalgia is a bridge to bygone days

There is one great scene in the second Tim Allan Santa Clause movie where a boring staff Christmas party is transformed into a fantastic, memorable night for all (in the film and in the theatre watching the film) thanks to a sackful of nostalgic toys like Rock ‘Em Sock ‘Em Robots. There is no denying that toys can transport us back to our childhood, evoking a flood of emotions and memories. The scent of an old teddy bear, the familiar tune of a musical toy, or the worn-out pages of a childhood book can stir feelings of nostalgia. You’ll need to draw on some of those memories as you enter this contest.

The new toys that we are giving away in this contest will do for our children what toys did for us. They’ll help them learn about things, help them learn to socialize, etc. Many years from now, the toys you find at Best Buy today will evoke moments of nostalgia for our children. Here are the brands that provided toys for this year’s holiday toy contest. Learn about them, and click on the brand to see some of the best toys and games that 2023 has to offer.

HasbroSince 1923, one hundred years ago, Hasbro has been creating fun toys and games for young and old. We all have a favourite game: mine’s Scrabble. What is yours: Life? Battleship? Connect Four? There are so many to choose from.
LeapFrogI remember playing handheld games when I was very young. LeapFrog is a leader in educational and fun toys. My favourite this year is the their Magic Adventures Telescope that we reviewed on the blog.
VtechInnovation combines with fun with tech toys like the Kidizoom creator cam and the interactive Storytime with Sunny. Our prizes even include a fun kid-friendly smartwatch!
DroydEvery child loves a sweet ride! Think back to when you were a child and you’ll agree that getting a Droyd electric ride-on bikes back then would have rocked your world.
Stomp RocketYour child’s imagination will go crazy as they shoot for the moon with one of the many Stomp Rockets. These are the best for safe outdoor fun.
Gel BlasterWater guns taken to the next level, the water based pellets burst on impact for unique water fun!
3DoodlerGet creative in ways you never thought possible. Children will find a million fun things to build with 3Doodler pens.
Dixit by LibelludThis looks like great family fun for everyone. Read our review and you’ll likely agree this game will likely be around for many decades to come.
Toy Shock BarbieThis is the year for Barbie: I heard that in some neighbourhoods this past Halloween, every second girl was dressed as Barbie. Do you have a Barbie memory? The Toy Shock Barbie accessories are must haves for any girl with a Barbie doll.

So now you know what kinds of toys we are giving away. Look at the prizes at the bottom of the page then enter: you don’t want to miss on this opportunity to win a bunch of great toys.

How to enter

Entering this contest is easy and you can enter in two different ways.

  1. Visit the brand pages shown above and identify one toy or game that reminds you of a toy you enjoyed in your youth. In a comment below, tell us the name of the new toy at Best Buy, and the name of the toy it reminds you of, and any great memory you have with that toy (or perhaps it’s just a nice feeling?).
  2. Social post: For one additional entry, create a public post on a social media channel sharing with your friends and followers that you are entering a Best Buy blog contest for a chance to win a lot of toys. Include the hashtag #BestBuyToyContest, so we can find your post, and include any picture from this contest page. Then return here and tell us in a comment below on which channel you posted it and the name of your channel (since many people use pseudonyms) so that we can check and verify your entry. You can use any social media channel (X, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Thread, LinkedIn, etc.), but the post must be public so we can verify it is there.

What you can win

At the end of this contest, we will randomly select 12 winners from all eligible entries. Each winner will be randomly assigned to win a fantastic bundle of toys from Best Buy. The 12 prize packages are shown at the bottom of this page.

This contest runs from Nov 3rd to Dec 3rd.

Remember you can enter in two different ways. However, these toy bundles are great for sharing so tell your family and friends to enter and agree to share these timeless treasures. This will be a fantastic way to create shared memories with your loved ones during the holiday season.

Win a bundle of Toys contest rules and regulations

Good Luck.

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Martin Renaud
Martin Renaud
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Martin loves working with the talented editors and writers on the Best Buy Blog as Editor-in-Chief. During his spare time he is either working on his next novel, cooking up a masterpiece in the kitchen, or adding some smart tech to his new home on Mayne Island in British Columbia.
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  1. The Play-Doh Kitchen Creations Rising Cake Oven Bakery Playset brings back memories of all the items that I molded with plasticine.

  2. I have a much younger little brother who would love to have something like the VTech watch because he loves trying new games and does sometimes want a device to play on, it’s hard to give young kids something child-friendly, but the watch looks like it might cure his device want! I would love something like this for him and honestly anything from here would be wonderful since I am a college student and I don’t get a lot of money left to spend on personal items or gifts. Good luck everyone and thank you for the opportunity!

  5. I was transported back to my childhood when I checked out the Nerf Elite 2.0 Flipshots Flip-8 Blaster. It reminds me of the fun I had with my Nerf shooter. Mine was very primitive compared to today’s blasters.

  6. I loved playing with my dolls and playing all the board games, especially Monopoly. The Monopoly: L.O.L. Surprise! Edition brings back great memories all rolled into one game. My niece just loves her L.O.L dolls and I know that she would be thrilled with this themed Monopoly game.

  8. The Baby Alive Baby Gotta Bounce Doll brings back memories of a similar doll I used to have, except the one I used to have could be filled with warm water so it felt more real to hold. I believe it was also a a baby alive doll.

  10. The new toy at Best Buy, the VTech Marble Rush Ultimate set, instantly reminds me of the classic sets from my youth. Building those intricate structures fueled my creativity, and now, watching my nephews assemble the VTech set with its spinning Ferris wheel and vibrant light show brings back the joy of shared play. It’s a delightful blend of nostalgia and new-age excitement, creating cherished memories spanning generations.

  11. I have not seen a Furby for years until I spotted one in the Hasbro Brand. I remember my parents driving to various locations of a fast food restaurant since they were providing a collectable Furby with their kiddies meals. Great memories.

  12. I loved playing the Hungry Hungry Hippos Board Game growing up. It was for all the marbles and they were flying everywhere.

  14. The Hasbro Hey Furby Action Figure reminds me of my old Furby I had growing up in the 90s. This one looks much new and improved with a lot more to say. I also collected the Furby toys that were in the McDonald’s Happy Meals. I would love to gift my nephew a new and improved Furby this year

  15. Toy Shock Barbie Large Kitchen Set with Accessories has it all! I remember having a homemade play kitchen constructed out of cardboard. I had some old pots and plastic veggies and I would pretend to make dinners. It was a lot of fun.

  16. Hasbro’s Clue Board game is always a favourite. I’ve been playing Clue since I was a child, and I still play it

  17. The Toy Shock Barbie Large Kitchen Set with Accessories reminds me of my Little Tikes play kitchen. I remember “making” and serving this 3 layer cake to all of my family. Putting it together was like a puzzle and made me feel excited and proud I could put it all together.

  18. Hasbro’s Clue Board game is always a favourite. I’ve been playing Clue since I was a child, and I still play it with my nieces & nephews

  19. I had a great collection of Spidey action figures growing up. The figures were banged and bruised since I played with them non stop. The Hasbro Marvel Legends Infinite Series The Amazing Spider-Man 2 BAF Green Goblin 6″ Action Figure Spiderman brings back those fun memories.

  20. The leapfrog toy reminds me the black and white electronic toys we had as kids and shows how much technology has evolved.

  21. Hasbro Monopoly Mandalorian S2 – English, Multicolor. Growing up playing the original game with family and friends and remembering the good times, they’ve continued to evolve this classic game with different varieties of options.

  22. I can recall the day when I received my first two wheeler bike. I had finally graduated from the three wheeler and now could join my friends in the big boy club. The Droyd Weeler Electric Kids Mini Bike will instill memories for the recipient of this awesome bike.

  23. Toy Shock Barbie Kitchen Set reminds me of my Barbie dolls I had when I was younger. I remember meeting with my friends and dressing the Barbie dolls and spending time together.

  24. The Monopoly Family Board Game from Hasbro. Monopoly is a family favourite to play. I love the newer versions to keep up with the current world we live in.

  26. Hasbro Scrabble gave the family hours of fun and we (the kids) learned some spelling too! I don’t think they could improve on the original. We also played Trivial Pursuit original and baby boomer editions that were lots of fun.

  27. Clue: Dexter Edition Board Game – English reminds me of Clue Board Gamer which is something we used to play when I was younger. I always managed to win which now suspect is very suspicious and less my intellectual prowess.

  28. My dad made me a homemade Karaoke with an old mic, speaker and projector to shine the lyrics on my bedroom wall. This state of art VTech Kidi Super Star Karaoke Machine with Light Show brings back cool memories.

  29. Toy Shock Barbie reminds me of a lot of my Christmas mornings. I was so excited to receive a new Barbie with all of her accessories. The neighborhood girls would all play Barbies together. ❤️

  30. What else – Hasbro Monopoly – classic game, played with my siblings and friends growing up – actually provided good life lessons – winner takes all !!

  31. Droyd Weeler Electric Kids Mini Bike – Blue reminds me of riding my bike around the neighbourhood when I was a kid. I would’ve loved an electric bike.

  32. We played the original Game of Life on family game nights. We also love the Jurassic Park movies. Now, I see that Hasbro has two of my favorite items combined into one. The Game of Life has a Jurassic Park version. The Game of Life: Jurassic Park Edition

  34. The Hasbro Battleship is fun game of strategy. It reminds me of all the rainy and snowy days we played the game.

  35. The Monopoly Family Board Game from Hasbro reminds me of the Monopoly game I used to play with my siblings. It was a hand me down and so old, we had to make some of the cards by hand and use it.

  36. The new Droyd at Best Buy reminds me of the mini bike my dad had built for me as a kid. My dad passed away soon after my oldest child was born so, unfortunately he was not around to build something like this for his grandkids. It was gas powered so, probably not quite as safe as a Droyd. But, it was fun. I think this would be comparable so my kids can have great times like I did as a kid riding my homemade mini bike. Thank you for the opportunity.

  37. That’s wonderful to hear. Hasbro is one of the largest toy makers in the world, with a history dating back to 1923. They have produced many popular games and toys, such as Monopoly, Transformers, Nerf, My Little Pony, and more. I’m glad you still enjoy playing with them with your little ones.

  38. Hasbro’s Scrabble, it always brings my family together and gets us fighting as well lol. Brings great memories.

  39. I have a great memory of finding a new shiny bike under the tree. The Droyd Weeler Electric Kids Mini Bike is the techy modern version of my two wheeler with training wheels.

  40. i wish i had the dryod 200w electric dirtbike as a kid. it would have been so much fun (and so many trips to the er with my daredevil attitude) the one that brings back the most memories is the simple game of risk. many hours spent with my granddad and dad playing this game at sunday supper and hopefully some day i will pass on the tradition to my 3 yo son

  41. The Toy Shock Barbie Large Kitchen Set with Accessories reminds me of the Little Tikes play kitchen. I have a great memories of making and serving plastic meals in that kitchen!

  42. The 3D Doodler reminds me of a mix between the Lite-Brite and Spirograph I played with as a child. Of course, the 3D Doodler is much more advanced but the premise of kids using their imagination to create unique things is still there. I always preferred to make my own Lite-Brite images/patterns instead of using the paper patterns that were included.

  43. Hasbro’s Scrabble. I’ve played that game since I was a kid. It was one of the ways that I learned how to love words. My partner and I play it regularly still. It’s good to see that it’s still being produced and hopefully still teaching kids how to spell and to love words. We love Scattergories too but we don’t have it… yet.

  44. The VTech Kidizoom DX3 Smartwatch with Camera reminds me of a secret agent spy watch that I received for Christmas. My spy watch had a camera, but of course it was fake, not like today’s gadgets.

  45. I’ve always loved board games including monopoly, clue and risk. I remember staying up all night playing risk and I ultimately won! I miss those days!

  46. That’s wonderful to hear. Hasbro is one of the largest toy makers in the world, with a history dating back to 1923. They have produced many popular games and toys, such as Monopoly, Transformers, Nerf, My Little Pony, and more. I’m glad you still enjoy playing with them with your little ones.

  48. The Toy Shock Barbie Play Set w/accessories is one new toy at Best Buy that reminds me of the barbie I received for Christmas one year and my mom helped me make accessories for her. It was an awesome bonding experience for my mom and me that I will always remember fondly!!!

  49. The Kidizoom creator cam is like a modern version of the Home Alone audio recorder when I was a kid. I wanted one SO badly after the first movie came out!

  50. I love puzzles and I spent hours sitting at the dining room table piecing together cartoon characters and simpler landscapes. The Johnshen Puzzle Cocktail Lover 500 Piece Puzzle brought back great memories. I know my cocktails and would love to work on this one.

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