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2026 Toy of the Year Award finalists unveiled

The Toy Foundation recently revealed the 113 finalists from 16 categories for the “Toy of the Year Awards 2026.” The finalists have been announced at the Chicago Toy & Game Fair (CHITAG).

Known as the "Oscars of the toy industry," the TOTY Awards celebrate the top toys and games of the year, while serving as a key fundraiser for The Toy Foundation's philanthropic mission to deliver brand-new toys and play opportunities to children when they need it most. All TOTY Award proceeds benefit The Toy Foundation's initiatives, including the Play Fund and Toy Chest programs, which bring the comfort and healing power of play to children in need around the world.

The finalists from different categories include, among others: 

  • Ninjombie Action Figures by MGA Entertainment
  • Disney Lorcana Trading Card Game - Fabled Set by Ravensburger North America, Inc.
  • Rail Cube Magnetic Monorail Deluxe Set by Meekins Corp. on behalf of Sankyo Toys
  • Swift Clicks Heishi Bracelet Maker by Make It Real
  • My First Tonies: Farm Set by tonies

You can find the full list of categories and finalists, including additional details on each finalist at ToyAwards.org

Source: https://toyfoundation.org/PressRoom2/News/2025_News/2026-toy-of-the-year-award-finalists-unveiled-at-chicago-toy-and-game-fair.aspx