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Everyone loves the magic of the holidays, and there's no better way to get into the spirit than counting down the days to Christmas with a festive advent calendar. Rather than wait until the last minute, start your shopping early by ordering one of the best advent calendars of 2023 while they're still available.
With so many options out there, it can be hard to know which one to choose. We've done the work for you this time around! The classic advent calendar is chocolate-filled, but we've taken it a step beyond with these unique advent calendar ideas. Many brands now offer cool alternative styles that feature items like must-have beauty products and fun socks the whole family can enjoy. There are even toy-themed options for kids and even alcohol advent calendars for adults. And if you're looking for an advent calendar that'll last for years to come (and double as festive Christmas decor), there are also eye-catching reusable advent calendars.
So, whether you need the best gift for a special someone in your life or are secretly coveting one of these gems for yourself, these are our favorite choices out there right now. You'll find something for just about any hobby or budget!
Storybook Collection Advent Calendar
A favorite of Disney fans, this advent calendar sells well every year. Parents love the quality time they spend reading each story and that it doesn't accumulate clutter like other advent calendars.
Christmas Countdown Calendar
Here's an advent calendar that'll help them get creative, making it a top pick for parents. They'll receive a new art supply every day along with sheets they can color in, paint or even add googly eyes to.
Elf: The Official Advent Calendar
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.
24 Days of Tea Advent Calendar
Perfect for the avid tea drinker, this advent calendar has a different tea for each day until Christmas Eve. Any aficionado would go gaga over the holiday-themed flavors like jelly donut, hot chocolate and sweet potato pie.
Gel Nail Polish Advent Calendar
Over 36,000 Amazon reviewers have already purchased this unique advent calendar. It comes with everything they'll need to have salon quality nails (at home!) this holiday season.
Gemstone Advent Calendar
They can have fun and learn with this unique advent calendar. Each day, they can 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 is done.
Disney Princess Advent Calendar
Little girls will be over the moon for this advent calendar. Each day features one of their favorite characters, and they'll have fun playing with them on the included wintry scene all winter long.
12 Days Of ChapStick Holiday Advent Calendar
Chapstick is a classic lip balm and this fun advent calendar does not disappoint. With yummy Christmas-themed flavors like candy cane, cake batter, sugar cookie and more, this calendar is just too good to pass up.
Advent Calendar for Kids
If your child's Play-Doh always dries out way too fast, here's the perfect solution. This fun Play-Doh advent calendar comes with 24 cans, one for each day before Christmas. The budding artist in your life can even complete a snowman and gingerbread settings using tear-off play mats attached to the box.
Mini-Spreads Advent Calendar
Chocolate is great, but Bonne Maman's newest calendar comes with a ton of jams that are just as sweet. It includes 23 of the brand's carefully crafted flavors, including new holiday additions such as Caramel with Cinnamon and Pineapple with Ginger. Plus, you get a jar of honey.
Advent Calendar 2023
This Super Mario advent calendar is just so much fun. It has 24 top characters and accessories inside and they can even create their own environment with the pop-up scene. We promise they'll love it.
DC Superheros Advent Calendar
If they're a DC fan, this is the advent calendar for them. This set features 24 DC characters, all dressed in holiday ensembles to keep the spirit festive.
Harry Potter Advent Calendar
Children will love this advent calendar, based on the Harry Potter books and movies. The best part? All of the candy is Harry Potter-themed to give them a real taste of the Wizarding World.
Star Wars: The Mandalorian Advent Calendar
Perfect for the "Star Wars" fan, this Mandalorian-themed advent calendar is a fun way to bring cinema to the holidays. It features 24 coins with popular "Star Wars" characters.
Woodland Advent Calendar
Go rustic with this beautiful woodland advent calendar from L.L. Bean — a no-fail pick for the outdoor enthusiast in your circle. The gorgeous wooden construction will brighten up any home for the holidays in an instant. Plus, if you love to get creative with gifting, you'll be delighted to know that the drawers are empty just waiting to be filled with small holiday goodies.
Popcorn Advent Calendar
This buttery popcorn advent calendar is simply delicious. It comes with six different kinds of popcorn and seasoning flavors, one for each of the 12 days before Christmas.
24 Doors of Desk Delights
Whether they work from home or in the office, they'll get tons of use out of this chic advent calendar. It's packed with everything they need to get through their workday — think sticky notes, paper clips, notebooks and more.
Artisan Food Advent Calendar
Go gourmet this year with an artisan food advent calendar. It comes with tons of yummy sweet and savory treats you can enjoy all season long. Think everything from strawberry vanilla jam to green olive tapenade.
Whiskey Advent Calendar
Warm up on a cold winter evening with this delightful whiskey gift. Inside are 25 drams, including Cask Strengths, single malts and sherry cask varieties, to sip on each day leading up to Christmas.
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Funko Pop! Marvel Advent Calendar
If you're into the MCU or love to collect Funko Pops, this advent calendar offers 24 pocket pops of your favorite Marvel characters, some even decked out for the holidays. There are also Funko advent calendars for Star Wars, Disney, Harry Potter or The Office.
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The Advent Calendar for Couples
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.
Christmas Jigsaw Puzzle Advent Calendar
Each box contains 42 puzzle pieces — 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.
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Advent Cookie Calendar
In the midst of all of your holiday baking, snack on the sweets — gingerbread sandwich cookies, vanilla shortbread and other Christmas classics — tucked inside the drawers of this advent calendar.
Pokemon Holiday Advent Calendar
No need to head out in the world to catch 'em all when this advent calendar delivers their favorite Pokémon characters in one box! There are 16 two-inch figures to collect, plus some holiday accessories.
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IPA Advent Calendar
For IPA-lovers, this advent calendar has 12 of Give Them Beer's highest-rated brews of 2022. Or, if IPAs aren't on the menu, Give Them Beer has many other alcohol advent calendars, with everything from whiskey to hard cider to craft beer.
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24 Cups of Cheer Advent Calendar
Pop one of these festive K-cups into your Keurig to start each morning on a cheery note. Each day brings a new variety, so you can sample all the best blends from top brands, including Peet's Coffee and Green Mountain.
The Office: 12 Days Of Socks Advent Calendar
Yes, it's been years since The Office finale. But! If there's someone in your life who loves a fun pair of socks *and* references Michael Scott from time to time, this advent calendar will be chef's kiss. Twelve pairs of men's sized 8-12 socks are included, with standout pairs referencing Scott's Tots and the Michael Scott Paper Company.
Bath Bomb Advent Calendar
Step away from the holiday craziness for a much-needed soak. As Christmas draws near, take a little time each night to sit back, relax and enjoy the calming benefits of these fizzy bath bombs.
The Nightmare Before Christmas: Official Advent Calendar
Tap into the holiday's creep factor — okay, hear us out — with this countdown. Each night(mare) before Christmas, unwrap a gift such as a mini book, note card, ornament or another surprise.
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Dog Cookie Advent Calendar
Because your pup wants to join in on the fun, this illustrated calendar includes 24 freshly baked dog-friendly cookies for Fido to enjoy.
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Home Alone: The Official AAAAAAdvent Calendar
Each and every night, you'll test your Home Alone knowledge as you decorate the pop-up tree with ornaments inspired by the movie's most memorable scenes (or so they say).
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Amigurumi Crochet Pattern Book
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.
Brain Teaser Puzzle Advent Calendar
Keep your mind sharp and your hands busy by unlocking this set of 24 different wire and plastic puzzles. Can you figure them all out?
Peppermint Bark Advent Calendar
Making Williams Sonoma's classic peppermint bark an even more exciting holiday treat, this 24-piece advent calendar from the brand includes festive chocolate forms behind each window. Open them to reveal a snowman, toy soldier, Christmas tree or Santa-shaped sweet.
Friends: The Official Advent Calendar, Volume 2
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.
Charm Bracelet Advent Calendar
Your little fashionista can fill her gold bracelet with a new charm each day until it's decked out with glitter hearts, pastel flowers and fun tassels.
Holiday Scratch Off Advent Calendar Playlist
Perfect for music lovers, this record-shaped advent calendar features hidden QR codes that allow users to download a carol sung by an emerging artist. They'll simply have to scratch off a number each day to start listening!
'A Christmas Story' Advent Calendar
Fun for fans of all ages, you'll get a new Christmas Story figurine every day — and yes, the leg lamp is one of them. You'll be all refreshed and ready to go when the sequel, A Christmas Story Christmas, comes out later this year.
Decorative Advent Calendar
Stick this decorative advent calendar on a tabletop, mantel or counter, then hang on to it for future Decembers. The tree has a Nutcracker theme, but there's also a house-shaped version with a Night Before Christmas motif.
Disney Classic Advent Calendar
Spend the entire month of December hanging out with Mickey and his closest friends. Each door reveals a festive surprise, including mini Disney figurines and an assortment of holiday accessories.
The Nativity: A Christmas Advent Calendar Coloring Book
Here's an interactive way to teach them the reason for the season: As they color their way through the 25 pages in this book, they'll follow Mary, Joseph, the Wise Men, angels and shepherds as they make their way to Bethlehem for the birth of Jesus Christ.
The Twelve Coffees of Christmas Variety Pack
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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Dinosaur Advent Calendar
Your little paleontologist never knows what lies behind the door: Some days it'll be a cute baby dino, other times they'll be larger in scale and on four very special occasions, they'll find a fossilized dinosaur.
#OOTD Outfit of the Day Advent Calendar
With over 25 surprises, you know your kids are going to be obsessed with this calendar. It also comes with a limited-edition doll, which is pretty neat.
Barbie Advent Calendar
Give her what she really wants: another Barbie! She'll get the doll on day one, then unwrap a new clothing item or accessory each day until Barbie is dressed to the nines.
Playfoam Pals Snowy Friends Advent Calendar
Peel back the door to find a brick of Playfoam — glittery, classic or glow-in-the-dark — or an adorable little figurine. When it's all said and done, your kid will have 12 "snowy friends" and enough squishy, squashy Playfoam to last them all year.
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Star Wars 2023 Advent Calendar
Mini "Star Wars" fans can instantly be transported to a galaxy far, far away with this 329-piece LEGO set featuring all their favorite characters and spaceships. Or, for other pop-culture themed LEGO advent calendars, there's also Guardians of the Galaxy and Harry Potter sets.
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24 Teas of Christmas Gift Set
Vahdam's 24 best-selling loose-leaf teas comes gorgeously packaged in this advent calendar that tea enthusiasts will surely appreciate. Flavors include a variety of options like Indian masala chai and a chocolate vanilla herbal blend.
City Advent Calendar
Throughout the month, let your kids assemble their very own winter wonderland for the LEGO City characters. They'll also get Top Hat Tom and the rest of his friends, so they can bring their favorite scenes to life. If they're not into the LEGO CITY line, there's also a LEGO Friends advent calendar.
Charlotte's Lucky Chest of Beauty Secrets
Perfect for the beauty enthusiast in your life, this Charlotte Tilbury advent calendar is full of everything she needs to perfect her look. From the popular Magic Cream to a mini mascara and blush in the cult-favorite Pillow Talk shade, there's no shortage of beauty goodies in this box.
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