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The LEGO Simpsons Kwik-E-Mart Set Will be Unveiled at SXSW

— March 13, 2015 — Life-Stages
The LEGO Simpsons Kwik-E-Mart Set will be officially unveiled at SXSW, Austin's music, film and interactive festival this coming week but fans can already check it out online.

If you're a dedicated fan of The Simpsons, you're familiar with Springfield's go-to convenience store and its owner Apu. For collectors who are looking for accuracy in design, the LEGO Simpsons Kwik-E-Mart Set delivers and features a life-like version of the shop's interior, even down to its hilarious shelves that are adorned with "Yesterday's food at tomorrow's prices" signage.

This set will make its official debut at South by Southwest on Friday and even comes with miniature character figurines along with a cop car addition that features Police Chief Wiggum and local Springfield criminal Snake.

Trend Themes
1. LEGO Collectibles - The LEGO Simpsons Kwik-E-Mart Set showcases the popularity of collectible LEGO sets and the demand for accurate and detailed designs.
2. Pop Culture Crossovers - The collaboration between LEGO and The Simpsons demonstrates the trend of incorporating popular TV shows or movies into toy sets, creating new revenue streams.
3. Interactive Festival Marketing - The unveiling of the LEGO Simpsons Kwik-E-Mart Set at SXSW highlights the trend of using interactive festivals as platforms for product launches and brand promotion.
Industry Implications
1. Toy Manufacturing - The success of LEGO's Simpsons Kwik-E-Mart Set suggests a market opportunity for toy manufacturers to create detailed and nostalgic collectible sets that resonate with fans.
2. Entertainment Merchandise - The collaboration between LEGO and The Simpsons opens up possibilities for the entertainment merchandise industry to create licensed toys and collectibles based on popular TV shows and movies.
3. Event Marketing - The unveiling of the LEGO Simpsons Kwik-E-Mart Set at SXSW demonstrates the potential for event marketing companies to provide platforms for product launches and promotional activities at festivals and conferences.
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