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. I loved my Etch-Sketch – so the 3 Doodler sure brings back many memories. I was so sad the day my Etch-Sketch would not work anymore – I remembered crying over it. Thanks for the great Memories.

  3. The toy shock barbie set reminds me of playing barbies with my friend in the backyard during the summer.

  4. The 3Doodler reminds me of one Christmas gift where I used all the paper in the house that Christmas holidays with the Spirograph. I remember thinking I was creating masterpieces at 8 years old with it haha! Thanks for bringing back this memory Best Buy and for such a generous chance!

  6. Hasbro’s Clue reminds me of playing on a vintage board with the family, especially during those long cold winter months.

  8. The 3Doodler definintely reminds of the the etch a sketch! Had some great memories of trying to make the perfect cartoon pictures with it as a kid!

  13. I played the 80’s battleship with my brothers for hours, it’s my favourite! So neat to see the Hasbro battleship!

  18. The LeapFrog PAW Patrol: To the Rescue! Video Game reminds me of the old handheld electronic learning devices like the See N’ Say (“the cow goes moo!”) that I used to play with when I was a kid! I remember playing with those toys in my childhood home.

  20. I seen the Twister game from Hasbro on the Best Buy website and it brings me back to the days when my sister and I used to get all tangled up and fall while playing the same game. I didn’t realize it was still around but it’s definitely a classic.

  22. Hasbro Twister – great Christmas game after some hot rum – lots of fun and brings friends and family closer (in more ways than one) !!

  24. Connect 4 Strategy Game Model Number: A5640C04 reminds me of my childhood days with my friends in school. We used to play during lunch break. Thanks for the contest.

  25. Yahtzee for sure! Hours of late nights playing for pennies a point with the whole family. Not gonna lie, the gambling component made it much more exciting for us kids!

  27. The Jenga Party reminds me of playing this game over and over again and the excitement of being victorious and watching everyone take out one piece at a time holding their breath.

  29. Maybe the Toy Shock Barbie Large Kitchen Set with Accessories because of all the memories of the play time i had with my first barbie (Blond with black high heels and the two coloured bathing suit.

  31. The Hasbro Scrabble Deluxe boardgame reminds me, of course, of the original Scrabble game we played at home. I still have the original board!

  33. Hasbro Yahtzee Dice Game the hours my family spent playing this with me, especially at the cottage on those rainy days, every Saturday night it was game night. 3Doodler reminds me of my Etch A Sketch and Spirograph they were great to keep us busy when we were in the car, at the cottage, or on vacation. Seems like yesterday my grandpa playing with me seeing who made the best picture if I had a good one he would erase it and say he didnt see it.

  37. 3Doodler looks super cool we had spirograph and etch a sketch which were super fun back in the day! My grand daughter would love this!

  38. The Hasbro Monopoly game reminds me of nights we’d play when we stayed in. I remember thinking as I watched my brother playing w/his future wife/divorced wife that maybe people should pay attention to how competitive they get when they play Monopoly with each other before they get married. Might cut the divorce rate in half…..

  40. The Toy Shock Barbie Beauty Play Set brings back nostalgic memories of a similar toy from my childhood—a cooking set and makeup set. It was always a delight to engage with such a fun and imaginative toy.

  42. I am old, so it was hard to find a toy that brought back memories!! But, 3Doodler Create+ (Plus) Essentials 3D Printing Pen Set reminded me of sitting at the picnic table at our family cottage for hours and hours, creating dresses to cut out and put on my paper dolls! I loved that and it gave me such a good eye for fashion when I grew up!

  43. We played Monopoly for many years growing up. Games night was a special tradition on Christmas eve. Our kids gad many different versions of the game that we played with friends. Now I see Best Buy has the game I can purchase for the next generation.It’s a special feeling having everyone around the table together.

  45. Droyd Weeler Electric Kids Mini Bike (200W Motor / 16km/h Top Speed) This bicycle reminds me of my very first bicycle I had when I was about 10 years old. It was the identical colour and my dad put a light and a basket for me. I don’t remember when I parted with the bike, but I had it for quite a few years until I outgrew it and I passed it on to this little girl in my community and she probably had it for years as well. If I remember correctly, the brand name of it was Giant . I still love bike riding to this day and I am 67 now. Thanks for your giveaway.

  48. i used to have a car that you pumped up with air when i was a kid can not really remember exactly what it was called, maybe air hogs, but any ways the Stomp Rocket Stomp Racer kind of reminds me of that i guess because both use air.

  50. The 3Doodler brings back memories of my cherished hours spent with the Etch A Sketch, engrossed in creating drawings.

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