MoneyArgosThe 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 list12:42, 01 Sep 2026Argos 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.”Article continues belowArgos top toys for 2026Mini Brands Really Works Vinyl Playset - £20Lego Donkey Kong Arcade Building Set - £150Hot Wheels City Ultimate T-Rex Garage - £130Chad Valley Alfie And Jo Wooden Train Set - £15Chad Valley Wooden Classic Kitchen - £30Tonies Lite - £60LLP My Magical Dragon Skye - £55Primal Hatch Megalodon Hatching Egg Shark Toy - £55VTech Kidi 12-In-1 Guitar Superstar - £50Projector Karaoke Machine - £90Lego Pokémon SMART Play: Sprigatito, Fuecoco and Quaxly Battle - £30Armosaurs Armor-Up Dinosaur T-Rex - £45Giftie Badge Maker - £35Jupiter Workshops Four Storey Wooden Doll House - £150Flutter Monster 40 cm Soft Toy - £20Toy Story 5 Bullseye Jumbo Plush - £50KPop Demon Hunters Golden Singing Dolls - £35Paw Patrol The Dino Movie Megasaurus Dino Vehicle - £60Peppa Pig Ready Pedal Peppa - £30Minions & Monsters Fart Blaster Pro - £30Choose Daily Mirror as a 'Preferred Source' on Google News for quick access to the news you value.‌ArgosLegoToys