Summer is just coming to a close, but we already have toys on our minds.
And for anyone else getting a head start on their holiday shopping, Amazon just released its 2026 Top 100+ Toys list, giving parents and gift-givers a look at the trendiest and most exciting toys of the year.
The list spotlights more than 100 items, ranging from collectibles, squishies, STEM toys and plenty more. It features picks for all ages and budgets, including plenty of toys that are under $15.
While you can see the full list of toys on the Amazon site, we’re highlighting a handful of our favorite picks from the list, below.
Amazon Hot Toys under $15
You can make trades and build settlements no matter where you are with Catan’s On The Road Card Game. With the travel-sized version of the popular board game, you can complete a game in just 15 minutes, so it’s great for quick play.
This is a great gift or stocking stuffer for Lego fans. They can put together the 1,000-piece puzzle to discover a fun Lego Vending Machine scene. It’s big enough to work on with friends or make it a solo adventure and complete it by themselves.
Melissa & Doug’s Sticker Wow Activity Pads give kids a completely new way to play with stickers. With the cute Stitch stamper, they can stamp stickers right onto the activity pad and other projects without having to peel or deal with sticky fingers.
Hacky Sack is cool again. (Yes, you read that correctly!) Kids and teens can bring this fun pocket-sized ball with them everywhere they go to start games on their own or kick off a circle with friends. This one is light-up, so they can even continue the fun after dark. It’s currently available for pre-order and will release on Nov. 13.
Amazon Hot Toys under $50
Meet Peekimo! The little creature is part pet, part accessory and all-around adorable. Peekimo responds to touch and sound and has over 100 different reactions.
It’s nearly time to “Shrek the halls!” This plush toy features the beloved ogre dressed in his holiday best, ready for the Christmas season. When kids press his hand, he’ll also play different sound effects.
“Is your Pokémon yellow?” “Does your Pokémon have wings?” These are just some of the questions kids can ask as they play the Pokémon version of Guess Who? There are 48 different characters to choose from, so it’s a great way for fans to test their knowledge, too.
Do you know a kid who is obsessed with science and history? They’re bound to love this kit from National Geographic. They can dissect a glow-in-the-dark mammoth replica to discover all the bones — and then put them back together and keep it on display for years to come.
They can have their own Lilypad, just like Bonnie in “Toy Story 5.” But don’t worry, unlike the movie character, this toy tablet is all about fun and games! They can use it to “text” Woody, Jessie and Buzz and practice letter skills, counting and more.
Tonies are now even cuter and cuddlier for the littlest kids in your life! This sweet Minnie Mouse plush will help teach them about friendship, community and kindness with cute stories. Once they’re done listening, they can take Minnie off the Toniebox and cuddle with her all night long.
This fun activity will keep kids entertained for hours as they make bracelets with this kit. According to the brand, it’s built with sturdy materials and clear instructions so that kids aged 6 and up can work on their own to create new jewelry to add to their collection.
This is the ultimate toy for the soon-to-be walkers in your life. The baby-powered spinning and rocking motions, as well as fun sounds, encourage kids to walk and push the toy along.
Tickle Me Elmo is back, and he’s gigglier and bigger than ever. The 18-inch plush is ready for belly laughs and plenty of fun. And when he’s tickled, kids won’t be able to help but giggle along with him.
Finally, a bouquet that won’t wilt! With this set, they can use Play-Doh to create the unique flower arrangement of their dreams. It comes with a finishing spray that helps preserve their arrangement and to keep it looking good over time.
Peppa is ready for her next big adventure! Kids can help Peppa learn how to ride her bike by making sure she has her helmet on and pushing her around to make the pedals move. She knows when she’s on her bike and will react with sounds and phrases — she even sings the “Bike Song.”
The “KPop Demon Hunters” hype is not slowing down. And fans of the movie can collect these cards featuring the iconic characters, scenes and more.
There are so many different ways that a Tama can grow (more than 50,000!), it all depends on the environment and how well they take care of their pet. They can connect it to their friend’s devices, too, to see how well their Tamas get along.
This modular play house lets kids choose their own adventure as they can fold it out and set it up in multiple different configurations. Plus, all the rooms nestle together neatly once they’re done for easy clean-up and storage.
Last year, Primal Hatch’s dinosaur was one of the hottest toys of the year — and this follow-up is bound to be just as popular. When kids add water, they’ll trigger a cool color-changing reaction and hatch a megladon. The best part? It can be repeated over and over.
When our editors saw this toy for the first time, we knew it was going to be one of the hottest toys of the year. The dino vehicle alone is super cool, but when kids open the top, out pops a dinosaur that inflates within seconds. It can sit atop the truck to go for a ride or they can pop it off and play with the dinosaur and truck separately.
More Amazon Hot Toys
This set comes with a pet house and cats, dogs, a turtle, a unicorn, a toucan, a rooster, a calf and four mystery pets for them to unbox. It also comes with washable markers so they can decorate their pets time and time again.
With a little TLC from your little one, Gabby the tiger actually grows! You can feed her with the included bottle, give her a toy and even hear her roar back at you.
For older teens or adults who love a building project, this Lego set is a great pick. Fans of “Project Hail Mary” can put together a replica of the spaceship from the movie. It also comes with Ryland Grace and Rocky minifigures.
Yes, you can get American Girl doll versions of your favorite princesses! This Elsa doll comes dressed in her signature dress and long braid. It’s the perfect collector’s item for both Disney and American Girl fans.
How we chose
We sorted through more than 100 toys on Amazon’s Top Toy list and selected the options that we thought our readers would be most interested in. We focused on highlighting trending toys, popular brands, affordable picks and more.
Brooklinen Dreamweave Waffle Bed Blanket
Brooklinen Dreamweave Waffle Bed Blanket
