40 Best Advent Calendars to Buy Before They Sell Out
From beauty finds to fun toys, these advent calendars are the best way to count down to Christmas.
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Whether you’re shopping for a toddler or an adult, a festive advent calendar is the perfect way to count down to Christmas. These always sell out early, so don’t wait! Check out our list of the best advent calendars of 2024 while they’re still in stock.
With so many advent calendars available, we've made it easy to find the perfect one for everyone on your list. Beyond classic chocolate-filled options, you’ll find unique choices like a Polly Pocket dollhouse, a Wicked-themed calendar, beauty-filled boxes and limited-edition jam assortments on our list. We've also included reusable calendars that double as decor, toy-themed picks for kids, and boozy options for adults. Whether you’re shopping for a friend, family member or yourself, there’s an advent calendar here for every age, hobby and budget.
Wicked fans, rejoice. The official advent calendar is here for the holidays! This fun pick includes 25 collectibles, from magnets and patches to coasters and laptop stickers.
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Rachel, Joey and the rest of the crew will bring any diehard Friends fan comfort and joy all December long. Each day, unveil a recipe card, ornament or trinket inspired by the show.
With this calendar, instead of chocolate or a small bottle of wine, you'll get inspiration for different activities you can enjoy as a couple. There's no doubt that it'll make for a very romantic and intimate December!
The silly pup never fails to put a smile on a kid's face. Keep their love of the character going strong with this adorable advent calendar. Once they find Bluey and Socks (all ready to enjoy some pool time), they'll be delighted to deck them out in the 19 different accessories and three stickers.
Each box contains 42 puzzle pieces, and the goal is to complete a portion of the puzzle each day leading up to Christmas. In other words, the entire 1,008-piece image should be completed by Christmas Eve.
Crystals are everywhere right now and this fun advent calendar plays right into the trend. Each of the 24 crystals has a unique meaning and will fit right into the included necklace holder.
If they're obsessed with Hot Wheels, they'll get a kick out of this advent calendar. It features eight Hot Wheels cars and 16 wintry accessories to keep them entertained for hours on end. There's also a winter-themed playmat, which they can use to race their new toys.
Bring on the holiday cheer with this Crayola advent calendar that's guaranteed to get their creative juices flowing. Behind each door, they'll find a fun Crayola item as well as a Christmas-themed art project to put it to good use.
Over 80,000 Amazon reviewers have given this lip balm advent calendar five stars, and the number continues to climb. One Amazon reviewer wrote that these lip balms "feel incredibly soothing" and "provide long-lasting moisture without feeling greasy." They'll get 12 flavors that are packed with soothing beeswax.
National Geographic Gemstone Advent Calendar
They can have fun and learn with this unique advent calendar. Each day, they'll open a new polished gemstone and dig out a mystery crystal on the 24th, just like a real geologist. It also includes jewelry making supplies so they can use their gifts long after Christmas.
Throughout the month, let your kids assemble their very own winter wonderland for LEGO Friends characters. Complete with 24 days' worth of buildable activities, anyone ages 6 and up can unveil a snowball catapult, snowy trains, letter to Santa station and LEGO Friends character Paisley, her family, her pets and her friend Olly.
This advent calendar comes full of gifts inspired by the movie, including stickers, a keychain and even Christmas decorations. Perfect for Elf fans, it'll give them 25 days of fun.
This affordable advent calendar includes 12 pouches of coffee grounds, with each one containing enough to brew the perfect pot (or approximately 8 to 10 cups). And the flavors alone are enough to get you in the holiday spirit, featuring blends like Butter Pecan and Christmas Cookie.
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Chocolate is great, but Bonne Maman's newest calendar comes with a ton of spreads that are just as sweet. It includes a dozen of the brand's delicious flavors, including Caramel with Coffee and Guava. Plus, you get a jar of honey.
Disney Storybook Collection Advent Calendar
A favorite of Disney fans, this advent calendar sells out almost every year. Parents love the quality time they spend reading each story. Plus, it won't create clutter in their home like other advent calendars out there.
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Gen Z said it first: Y2K is officially back and while it's not the beloved tees from that era, this Little Miss advent calendar hits the mark just right. It includes 12 figurines and 12 gifts that will bring them a daily surprise all December.
Little girls will be over the moon for this sweet advent calendar. Each day features one of their favorite characters (Ariel, Cinderella, you name it), and they'll have fun playing with them on the included wintry scene all winter long.
Here's the perfect advent calendar for someone who spends long hours fishing on the lake. It includes 24 realistic lures they can use throughout the season.
Enjoy 25 days of surprises with this fun "Gilmore Girls" calendar inspired by the hit show. One Amazon reviewer said it's "very practical" and "fun for older kids and adults."
Give the gift of craft time with this best-selling advent calendar featuring an e-book of 25 knitted creature designs. Easy to use and follow, the book features a supply list with links for purchasing, instructions and helpful photos for bringing each mini plush toy to life.
Cailey Lindberg (she/her) is a writer and editor with over a decade of experience covering products, lifestyle, entertainment and food. Before joining Good Housekeeping in 2022, she was a staff writer at USA Today's shopping network, Reviewed.com.
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