


Years ago the only advent calendars available were cardboard options that came with surprise chocolates in the shape of Santa Claus. And while we all cherished the moment when we finally got to enjoy our sweet treat everyday, 2023 options are pretty great, too.
These days, there’s advent calendars for all types of people. Whether you’re a fan of wine, beauty, “Harry Potter,” baking, skincare or even want to spoil your fur baby with treats this holiday season — you name it, there’s probably an advent calendar for it. There’s tons of great options for kids, too. If your little one loves dinosaurs, no problem. Barbie? They’ve got it!
While the holidays are always extra busy — shopping for epic gifts, putting up the tree, baking away in the kitchen — you deserve to sit back, relax and take a moment for yourself in December, too! The perfect way to get some R&R? Advent calendars. They basically force you to end your day on a good note, no matter how crazy it may be.
Ahead find more than two dozen awesome options for adults, kids and pets at a variety of price points that you can buy ahead of the 2023 holiday season — with many more options to come in the next couple of months!
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If you like to put your own goodies in a reusable advent calendar, consider this felt pick from Food52. It’s available in a vertical off-white option or a wide charcoal, too.
The Rifle Paper Co. Advent Calendar is by far one of the most inexpensive picks on our list, but it’s just as cute! If you’re not looking to spend too much this holiday season, consider buying this festive but budget-friendly option.
Calling all Potterheads! This Williams Sonoma x “Harry Potter” Advent Calendar will be make all fans extra happy this holiday season.
If you love Dolly Parton then this is definitely the advent calendar for you. You’ll discover a different treat hidden behind each of the windows. The individually wrapped candies are some of Dolly’s favorites, including chocolates, caramels, gummies and mints.
And yes, you read that price right — you can snag this advent calendar for less than $5 (90% off)! The early bird gets the worm!
If you want an Advent calendar that you can use year after year and gives you the option to put your own goodies inside, go for this beautiful, handcrafted pick by MacKenzie-Childs.
While this pick may not be for everyone, if you’re a luxury shopper and want to splurge a bit this year — look no further than the 2023 Swarovski Disney-themed Advent Calendar that features colorful ornaments, two necklaces, a playful set of stickers and more.
For the chocolate lover who has no budget when it comes to their favorite sweets, go for this luxurious option from Vosges Chocolate.
Who doesn’t love hot chocolate during the holiday season? This 12 Days of Hot Cocoa Advent Calendar is filled with a packet of Williams Sonoma Dutch-process hot cocoa behind each of the 12 doors. Just add hot water and top the delicious drink with your favorite marshmallows. For a caffeinated treat, stir the mix into fresh-brewed coffee.
Enjoy this gourmet chocolate advent calendar from Compartés that features graphics inspired by an enchanting magical Holiday night under the Northern lights.
Count down the days until Christmas with this delightful advent calendar, beautifully designed with a classic winter ice skating scene. The doors open to reveal 25 drawers, each filled with three varieties of gourmet truffles in raspberry, dark chocolate, and milk chocolate flavors. Plus, mini mints in milk and dark chocolate.
Wine not gift this advent calendar to the wine-lover in your life? 24 nights, 24 mini bottles and 24 opportunities to sip and explore your way through premium wines, sourced all the way from Spain, Sicily, California, and beyond.
If you enjoy some whiskey on the rocks after a long day, consider gifting yourself this adventure-inspired advent calendar that features your favorite type of alcohol.
This Indian tea advent calendar is ideal for the tea-lover who enjoys branching out now and then. Enjoy 24 bestselling loose leaf teas.
This 12-day advent calendar is filled with premium canned wine made by different, award-winning, small producers – all with their own unique stories.
For the coffee lovers who want to try out some new brews this holiday season, consider gifting them this calendar from Etsy. Featuring 24 different blends from 17 origins including Guatemala, Kenya, Costa Rica, Colombia, Mexico, Nicaragua and more.
This adorable, educational “Santa’s Railroad Advent Calendar” is made by KiwiCo and designed for 5-year-olds. Each day your child will open a new envelope, then follow the step-by-step instructions inside to build a new piece of their North Pole railroad wonderland — from Santa’s sleigh to a snowy mountain to some busy li’l elves.
For the little one who was recently introduced to “Harry Potter” (and obsessed) this is the perfect Advent calendar for them! Featuring 227 different LEGO pieces.
The Melissa & Doug Wooden Countdown to Christmas Advent Calendar is great for all ages, budget-friendly and has more than 6,600 raving reviews on Amazon.com.
If you like to try fun ways to educate your kids, consider buying this STEM advent calendar by The Purple Cow. A different experiment is hidden in each box for science enthusiasts to stay engaged with the educational game for hours.
Your little ones can count down to Christmas while building a train set, one day (and piece) at a time.
Inspire an adventurous playtime with the D-FantiX Toys advent calendar that contains 24 mini dinosaur figures that they can easily set up by themselves.
Each day leading up to Christmas, have your child open a panel to reveal a special rock, mineral, fossil or gemstone with this National Geographic advent calendar. Gems include Geode, Pyrite, Rose Quartz, Jasper, Tiger’s Eye and more.
Bring home some extra magic this holiday season with the Disney Funko Advent Calendar. Open the tiny doors to reveal 24 unique Funko Pocket Pops! featuring Mickey and his pals dressed in their holiday finest.
The Barbie Color Reveal Advent Calendar features 25 goodies including a doll and pet.
This Playmobil “Santa’s Workshop” Advent Calendar comes with lots of exciting presents for each day leading up to Christmas. Items include a backdrop, four figures, sleigh, work bench, reindeer, slide, bike, tons of toys, and more.
If you or a loved one is skincare obsessed, then you can’t go wrong with this Advent calendar by L’Occitane. It features travel-sized versions of classics, including nourishing shea-enriched formulas, signature Verbena and Rose hand creams, indulgent body lotions, gentle cleansing soaps, and a full-sized Almond Delicious Hands.
Rituals is doing all they can to make sure everyone feels relaxed and content this holiday season. The brand’s advent calendar even comes with string lights included so you can decorate this beautiful tree like the one in your living room.
This Saks Fifth Avenue Advent calendar features a wealth of mini beauty items including and Olaplex No.8 Bond Intense Moisture Mask, Christian Louboutin Loubirouge Eau de Parfum and more.
Make watching your kids’ favorite holiday movies even more fun with Williams Sonoma’s Christmas Popcorn Advent Calendar.
This adorable advent calendar is perfect for all baking addicts! This option is filled with two dozen numbered boxes that each hold a special surprise. From cookie cutters to spatulas, piping bags, gift bags, decorating tips and more, the goodies are guaranteed to inspire creative baking.
Welcome Christmas with an Advent calendar filled with 24 of Chuck Williams’ all-time favorite seasonings, sweets, condiments and cookware-inspired ornaments. From jams and olive oil to peppermint bark and handcrafted spice blends, what’s not to love?
This 12 Days Advent Calendar Dog Toy Set comes with a variety of adorably designed Holiday toys.
Your fur baby deserves a special surprise every day during the holiday season, too! This DreamBone advent calendar for dogs comes with 24 different treats your pup is bound to love.
Make your feline extra happy this Christmas with this More & Merrier catnip advent calendar — they’ll be thrilled all season long.
This adorable cat advent calendar from Target is budget-friendly and filled with Christmas themed toys your kitten will love.
Advent calendars aren’t just for Christmas, snag this adorable 8 Nights of tea Hanukkah Calendar before the big day on Dec. 7.
Each day of Hanukkah enjoy a special, scented tin candle that lasts for hours! Every day offers a new scented delight.
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