We know it feels too early to think about the winter holiday season while we've barely touched down in spooky season. But one perennial favorite gift for nearly anyone on your list is best to shop early because they sell out quickly: Advent calendars . Advent calendars count down the days until the winter holidays with daily surprise gifts like Lego figurines, sweet treats or Disney princess dolls.
As a kid, opening a tab each day leading up to the holiday makes the season feel even more magical. There is an advent calendar out there for every type of kid, from tots to preteens, and this year's best advent calendars for kids range from Pokémon and Lego to Star Wars and Barbie to everything in between. They are also great to give kids that you are not sure what to buy.
With so many options on the market, choosing the right advent calendar can be tough. We've done the work for you and found the best advent calendars for kids in 2024. Ahead, shop our top picks to get your kids in the holiday spirit.
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$20 Many of their favorite Disney characters and princesses are behind these little doors, waiting to surprise and delight kids. $45 Catching them all just got easier with this Pokémon advent calendar. $40 This limited-edition advent calendar holds a never-before-seen Mario Santa figurine.
$50 Musical theater enthusiasts will appreciate this Wicked-theme Advent calendar filled with stickers, keychains, buttons and more. $35 $31 Any Barbie lover will love this holiday Advent calendar with one doll and 24 accessories. $34 Six mini plushes and 19 accessories await little hands behind the doors, from everyone's favorite Build-a-Bear.
$50 Each day in December, you can read a new Sesame Street-themed story with your kiddo using this Advent calendar. $20 $16 With 24 perforated doors hiding Play-Doh cans and tools, any aspiring sculptor will appreciate this adorable gift. $22 $20 The little ones will love opening up the flaps to uncover their favorite Bluey characters.
$25 How cool is this Hot Wheels Advent? $22 For the budding artist, this calendar offers acrylic, gouache and oil paint and other art supplies to try. $57 For kids 8 and up, this science-inspired Advent calendar will make for fascinating family fun. $40 Save 10% on this Advent calendar from National Geographic is filled with unique and beautiful gemstones.
$30 $27 Encourage a STEM student with this fun and challenging Advent calendar that teaches teens about circuit boards and electronic components. $30 Williams Sonoma brings the best in foodie Advent calendars, like this exclusive Grinch-themed one full of gummies, chocolates and more. Starting at $40 RELATED CONTENT: Sales & Deals Gifts Beauty & Wellness Beauty & Wellness Gifts Best Lists Best Lists.
