Omaha 2023 MOC Award Categories

Youth Build-

This award goes to the creation constructed by a youth fan 12 years old or younger showing the most innovation, imagination, and originality. Things such as detail, creative use of color, unique use of pieces, and overall appeal are deciding factors.

Teen Build –

This award goes to the creation constructed by a youth fan 13 years old to 17 years old showing the most innovation, imagination, and originality. Things such as detail, creative use of color, unique use of pieces, and overall appeal are deciding factors.

Theme Build (Rock & Roll, Pop & Soul) –

This award goes to the creation that best embodies this year’s theme. Things such as detail, creative use of color, unique use of pieces, and overall appeal are deciding factors.

Artwork –

This award goes to an art creation showing the most innovation, imagination, and originality. Things such as detail, creative use of color, unique use of pieces, and overall appeal are deciding factors.

Creature –

This award goes to the creature (can be a bust or a complete creature) showing the most innovation, imagination, and originality. Things such as detail, creative use of color, unique use of pieces, and overall appeal are deciding factors. No size requirements.

Water Vehicle –

This award goes to the water vehicle showing the most innovation, imagination, and originality. Things such as detail, creative use of color, unique use of pieces, and overall appeal are deciding factors. No size requirements.

Land Vehicle –

This award goes to the non-train land vehicle showing the most innovation, imagination, and originality. Things such as detail, creative use of color, unique use of pieces, and overall appeal are deciding factors. No size requirements.

Train –

This award goes to the train engine or train car showing the most innovation, imagination, and originality. Things such as detail, creative use of color, unique use of pieces, and overall appeal are deciding factors.

Aircraft –

This award goes to the aircraft showing the most innovation, imagination, and originality. Things such as detail, creative use of color, unique use of pieces, and overall appeal are deciding factors. No size requirements.

Spacecraft –

This award goes to the spacecraft showing the most innovation, imagination, and originality. Things such as detail, creative use of color, unique use of pieces, and overall appeal are deciding factors. No size requirements.

Building –

This award goes to the large architecture building showing the most innovation, imagination, and originality. Things such as detail, creative use of color, unique use of pieces, and overall appeal are deciding factors.

Scene/Layout/Vignette –

Capture a moment in brick to win this award! This award goes to the creation capturing a moment in time, for example from real life, television, a movie, or a pop culture reference. Details that include creative use of color, unique use of pieces, and overall appeal are key factors. No size restrictions.

Best Object/Other Creation –

Any creation that does not fall into any other category will be entered into this category.

Other Awards:

Builder of the Plains –

This award winner represents the best of all builders at Brick Days. It is not about the size of the display. It is about the artistic and engineering innovation, imagination, and originality contained in this individual’s creations. The winner not only receives a trophy but will be enshrined on the Brick Days Trophy with an engraved brick with their name. The Brick Days Trophy is displayed at every Brick Days event and is a photo opportunity for guests.

Brick Days Award –

This award is a ‘Best in Show’ decided by votes of the general public.

Saturday Night Lights –

Best lighted display judged by the Brick Days Committee.

Judges’ Award –

Awarded at judges’ discretion.

Minifig Speed Build –

3 categories: Youth (12 and under), Teen (13 years – 17 years), Adult (18 and older)