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The holidays are made for kids. The joy, the wonder, the anticipation – the whole month of December is magical. But the countdown to Christmas Day can be hard for impatient children. Make the time go a little faster, and lean into the holiday spirit, with an advent calendar. From toys to chocolates to jewelry, and even science experiments, these are the best advent calendars for kids of all ages, interests, and family aesthetics to speed up that seasonal countdown.
Now is the time to grab a must-have calendar featuring characters from Bluey, Pokemon, PAW Patrol, and more. There’s even Fisher-Price Little People for young children and a retro coding calendar for older kids. You’ll also find DIY offerings that can be customized and personalized (I smell a new family tradition).
So check out the list below (maybe even twice) for the best advent calendars for kids both naughty and nice. Even Santa Claus would approve.
The Best Advent Calendars for Kids
KiwiCo Motorized Christmas Train Advent Calendar
Every year, KiwiCo’s official advent calendar sells out fast. Snag yours now — you can choose between the motorized train (a 12 day set of mini-builds to create a festive scene), the Christmas village advent calendar (with 24 envelopes for building a holiday town), or several other adorable (and educational) sets.
Kinder Chocolate Countdown Calendar, 2 Pack
Buying or more than one kid? Then this chocolate advent calendar 2-pack is just what you need. Each set includes 24 days of creamy Kinder treats.
Pottery Barn Kids Gingerbread House Felted 3D Advent Calendar
If you’re looking for a cute advent calendar that you can use every year, this Pottery Barn Kids option is it. It’s a felt gingerbread house with 25 numbered slots, where you can add whatever you like — toys, chocolate, and more, and includes a loop for hanging.
Great Pretenders Build A Bracelet Advent Calendar – Cozy Christmas
The advent calendars at Maisonette are another sell-out risk, be warned. That’s because they’re so cute and high-quality — this box includes 2 bracelets and 22 adorably festive charms for kids 3+.
Lindt Holiday Chocolate Teddy Bear Advent Calendar
Countdown to the holiday with a classic chocolate-filled advent calendar from Lindt. It features 24 pieces of milk chocolate, including mini bears, hazelnut chocolate balls, and more.
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