The retailer expects retro-inspired toys to prove popular, with a mini vinyl record player, a wooden train set, and Donkey Kong in Lego form featuring on its list
Argos has revealed the toys that it predicts will dominate Christmas wishlists for 2026.
The retailer expects retro-inspired toys to prove popular, with a mini vinyl record player, a wooden train set, and Donkey Kong in Lego form featuring on its list.
The Mini Brands Really Works Vinyl Playset, priced at £20, is a fully functioning vinyl record player that plays songs from artists such as Katy Perry and Chappell Roan.
Meanwhile, the Chad Valley Alfie And Jo Wooden Train Set is the cheapest on the list at £15 and features easy-connect tracks for little hands.
The Lego Donkey Kong Arcade Building Set brings the classic 80s arcade game to the living room – but is one of the most priciest toys at £150.
Film and TV favourites including Toy Story 5, Paw Patrol, Peppa Pig and KPop Demon Hunters are also predicted to be big hitters.
The Argos-exclusive Toy Story 5 Bullseye Jumbo Plush is a huggable version of Woody’s loyal companion, priced at £50.
And the Megasaurus Dino Vehicle, £60, brings the PAW Patrol: The Dino Movie to life in the form of a 76cm dinosaur that inflates at the press of a button.
Chantal Pearce, Head of Toy Buying at Argos, said: “We’re always monitoring market trends to discover what truly sparks children’s imaginations, and our 2026 Top Toys list reflects the toys we expect to capture their attention this Christmas.
“From movie magic and retro nostalgia to screen-free storytellers and hands-on crafting, we’ve curated a range that inspires imagination, supports children’s development and encourages creativity through play.”
Argos top toys for 2026
- Mini Brands Really Works Vinyl Playset – £20
- Lego Donkey Kong Arcade Building Set – £150
- Hot Wheels City Ultimate T-Rex Garage – £130
- Chad Valley Alfie And Jo Wooden Train Set – £15
- Chad Valley Wooden Classic Kitchen – £30
- Tonies Lite – £60
- LLP My Magical Dragon Skye – £55
- Primal Hatch Megalodon Hatching Egg Shark Toy – £55
- VTech Kidi 12-In-1 Guitar Superstar – £50
- Projector Karaoke Machine – £90
- Lego Pokémon SMART Play: Sprigatito, Fuecoco and Quaxly Battle – £30
- Armosaurs Armor-Up Dinosaur T-Rex – £45
- Giftie Badge Maker – £35
- Jupiter Workshops Four Storey Wooden Doll House – £150
- Flutter Monster 40 cm Soft Toy – £20
- Toy Story 5 Bullseye Jumbo Plush – £50
- KPop Demon Hunters Golden Singing Dolls – £35
- Paw Patrol The Dino Movie Megasaurus Dino Vehicle – £60
- Peppa Pig Ready Pedal Peppa – £30
- Minions & Monsters Fart Blaster Pro – £30
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