The festive season is just around the corner, and what better way to get kids excited than with an Advent calendar? Growing up, I remember my mom’s homemade Advent calendars. It’s simple, but the joy my siblings and I feel when opening each little door is priceless. The little chocolates and trinkets all feel like treasures!
In this guide, I’ll reveal the best Advent calendars for kids. Whether your child is a Lego fan, loves holiday chocolate, or can’t get enough of their favorite characters like Marvel superheroes or Elsa from Frozen, this list has you covered.
The Best Advent Calendars for Kids 2024
1. LEGO Christmas Countdown Calendar
The LEGO City and LEGO Friends Christmas Advent Calendars are classics that add a touch of imagination to the holidays. Kids who love LEGO will be excited to open 24 doors to reveal holiday-themed minis, figurines and accessories! This Advent calendar is filled with charms and LEGO bricks that kids can reuse to create festive scenes beyond Christmas.
For sale at: Big W
2.Hey Clay Advent Calendar (Better than Play-Doh)
My next choice is the Hey Clay Advent Calendar, perfect for toddlers and younger children. This advent calendar contains 24 pieces of non-stick, non-toxic, and stain-free clay for safer play! Behind the first door is a molding tool that they can use to make clay sculptures while they wait for Christmas.
Sold at: Fat Brain Toys
3. Minecraft Christmas Countdown Calendar
This calendar is perfect for kids obsessed with the world of blocks and crawlers. Containing 24 surprise toys, including minifigures and pixel accessories, it’s a must-have for all Minecraft fans. Behind each of the 24 doors, your children will find little builds, activity books, hilarious jokes and fun challenges to make the 24 days before Christmas extra special.
For sale at: Dymocks
4. Lindt Chocolate Advent Calendar
Lindt Chocolate Advent Calendars are a timeless favorite for children and adults alike. It comes with mini chocolate-filled teddy bears in a variety of milk, hazelnut and double milk chocolate flavours. Just looking at the various cute teddy chocolates makes me drool!
For sale at: Big W
5. Blue Advent Calendar
My Christmas Advent Calendar list for kids wouldn’t be complete without Bluey! It’s filled with mini coloring books and story books that will bring a smile to fans of all ages. Each activity book is the perfect way for little ones to enjoy the holidays with their favorite pups.
For sale at: Dymocks
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6. Star Wars Funko Pop Advent Calendar
For kids (and big kids!) who love to collect, the Funko Pop Advent Calendar features 24 favorite Star Wars characters. Every day, kids can reveal a new Pocket Pop! They can add vinyl to their collection.
Available at: My Transactions
7. Disney Princess Christmas Countdown Calendar
The Disney Princess Advent Calendar is a dream come true for kids who love fairy tales and the magical world. A new princess-style coloring book is released every day. It also comes with an extra large book that they can read on Christmas Eve.
For sale at: Big W
8. Fidget Toys Advent Calendar
For kids who love sensory play, the Fidget Toys Advent Calendar offers 24 mornings of satisfying squishy, popping fun! Behind each door is a new toy, perfect for keeping little hands busy all season long. These stress-relieving gummies are sure to bring joy to kids and get them excited for Christmas.
For sale at: Big W
9. Usborne Storybook Advent Calendar
If your child loves reading, this is the perfect pre-Christmas gift! A beautifully illustrated story is told each day, bringing to life stories of princes, princesses, elves and more. From the all-time favorite The 12 Days of Christmas to the timeless Nativity, every story is filled with holiday cheer. By Christmas Eve, children will have a mini library of 24 charming books that they will treasure for years to come.
Available at: Booktopia
10. Fisher-Price Little People Christmas Calendar
The Fisher-Price Little People Advent Calendar is a great choice for toddlers and young children. Adorable figures and holiday-themed accessories guarantee a toddler-friendly Advent experience.
For sale at: Big W
11. The Official Pokémon Advent Calendar
My penultimate pick is a great treat for Pokémon fans, young and old. They will receive 24 action figures, including favorites like Pikachu and Charmander. This calendar turns every day into an exciting event looking for rare surprises before Christmas. Be sure to catch them this season!
For sale at: Big W
12. Micromallows Plush Advent Calendar
Make your child’s December soft and bright with the Micromallows 24-Day Holiday Advent Calendar! It comes with 24 of the smallest and coziest Squishmallows yet, including exclusive companions like Humphrey the hamster in a Santa hat and Lilah the koala in a cozy scarf! Measuring only 2.5 inches, these miniature plush toys are festive and perfect for children’s collectors.
For sale at: Big W
Conclusion: The 24 Days of Christmas Calendar
Advent calendar sets come with special gems they can enjoy at Christmas and beyond. Whether your child loves Lego Star Wars, chocolate, stuffed toys or science experiments, there’s a calendar to make the countdown to Christmas special. Last year I decided to put the kids’ advent calendars under the Christmas tree. Every morning, they would run up to the trees to see what the day would bring! It definitely makes the holidays more festive and magical! happy holidays!
Further reading: Advent calendars for adults we love
