34 Unique Advent Calendars to Countdown to Christmas
- 24 Charming Advent Calendar Ideas to Kick Off the Holidays
- 1) Village Advent Calendar Ornaments
- 5) Christmas Advent Calendar Bags
- 7) Sarah Sherman Samuel Ballet Advent Calendar
- 2) Gourmet Coffee Advent Calendar
- 3) Lit Gnome Advent Calendar
- 3) Fostoy Christmas Advent Calendar Bags
- Godiva Chocolatier Holiday Gourmet Chocolate Advent Calendar 2022
- 5) Marimekko Advent Calendar
- 9) Japonica Advent Calendar Candle Set
- 12) George & Viv Grand Hotel Advent Calendar
- 6) Advent Calendar 2022
- 11) Merry & Bright Advent Puzzle
- 7) Christmas Wooden Advent Calendar Book
- 13) Christmas Calendar Sticker Set
- 15) Advent Sock Calendar Gift Set, Set of 24
- 8) 24 Days Of Clinique Advent Calendar
- 4) Minimalistic Christmas Advent Calendar
- 10) Wooden Advent Calendar
- 12) 8 Nights of Hanukkah Gift Bags
- 13) Modern Personalized Advent Calendar with Pockets
- 14) Embroidered Ramadan Pocket Advent Calendar
- 15) Liquor Advent Calendar
- 16) Family Playlist Song Christmas Advent Calendar
- 17) Craft Advent Calendar
- 18) Festive Advent Calendar Christmas Bags
- 19) Personalised and Filled Advent Calendar
- 24 Days of Tea Advent Calendar
- 21) Mod Doors Tags Advent Calendar Kit
- 22) Affirmation Advent Calendar
- 23) Stitch a Day Advent Embroidery Calendar
- 24) The Crystal Christmas Calendar
- Advent Calendar
- “Fizzle All The Way” Bath Bomb Advent Calendar
- 17) Oprah’s Five Days of Hoops
- 14) What is wicker
- 14) What is wicker
- 14) What is wicker
24 Charming Advent Calendar Ideas to Kick Off the Holidays
With December right around the corner, the countdown to Christmas is on, so we’re sharing a few of our favorite (and most cheerful) advent calendar ideas to get in the festive mood. For those unfamiliar with the quirky calendars, here’s how they work: Every day is marked with a little door and on each day, you open it to reveal anything from parts of a story to a little gift. They’re a great way to start a cheery ritual and get you pumped-up for the holidays this year.
If you hear “advent calendar” and can’t help but picture over-the-top cheesiness that feels a bit outdated, know that they have evolved over the years. Some doors conceal beautiful lines of Christmas-themed poetry, others a sweet treat. No matter what kind of advent calendar strikes your fancy, chances are, we’ve included it on our well-researched list. Trust us; the possibilities are endless.
Think a holiday liquor tree, a beauty and wellness setup, or a a non-traditional advent calendar composed entirely of elegant stockings. No matter which one you choose, you’ll be glad to know that there’s a new experience waiting for you each day. Not to mention, if there is one gift that literally keeps on giving, it’s these fun advent calendar ideas, plenty of which are more than affordable (read: $10). Ready to holiday shop your day away? Keep scrolling for our top picks.
1) Village Advent Calendar Ornaments
$98.00
Decorating the Christmas tree doesn’t have to end after you place the star on top of the tree. Now you enjoy accessorizing your tree all month long with these handmade ornaments.
5) Christmas Advent Calendar Bags
$22.99
Hang these felt stockings with care and they’ll seamlessly fit in with any holiday decor.
7) Sarah Sherman Samuel Ballet Advent Calendar
$100.00
This takes the idea of Elton John’s song, “Tiny Dancer” to a whole new level of cuteness as a ballet advent calendar. Bonus: battery-operated lighting in the background creates a starry night for the dancers.
2) Gourmet Coffee Advent Calendar
$24.85
With everything going on, staying caffeinated during the holidays is a must. So make it an experience for someone special by gifting them unique coffee flavors to try out every day.
3) Lit Gnome Advent Calendar
$79.00
If you are obsessed with all things gnomes, an advent calendar full of illustrations with these adorable tiny characters is a must.
3) Fostoy Christmas Advent Calendar Bags
$17.99
You’ll get everything you need to set up your advent calendar anywhere at home. The burlap bags come with six different patterns, two sizes, and all the hanging materials you need to start decorating instantly.
Godiva Chocolatier Holiday Gourmet Chocolate Advent Calendar 2022
$31.99
Satiate your sweet tooth with gourmet milk, white, and dark chocolate flavors crafted with classic Belgian fillings. Need we say more?
5) Marimekko Advent Calendar
$75.00
West Elm collaborated with artist Marimekko to design an advent calendar ideal for small spaces. Since it’s almost two feet high, add it to an existing wall gallery or hang it next to your tabletop tree.
9) Japonica Advent Calendar Candle Set
$158.00
Upgrade your holiday scents this year with luxurious candles boasting signature aromas from Voluspa. These aren’t your average holiday candles, so expect the unexpected.
12) George & Viv Grand Hotel Advent Calendar
$128.00
If you can’t remember the last time you got to stay in a fancy hotel then treat yourself to a miniaturized version with the George & Viv Grand Hotel advent calendar. Each box can open to put in a small holiday treat, and you’ll treasure it for years to come.
6) Advent Calendar 2022
$12.99
Take the DIY approach this holiday season with pre-decorated boxes that you can easily assemble. Put anything you want in it from candies and small crafts to trinkets.
11) Merry & Bright Advent Puzzle
$23.99
Building a puzzle with someone special throughout the holiday season is the perfect way to spark conversation and reminiscence about Christmases past.
7) Christmas Wooden Advent Calendar Book
$37.99
Here’s a classic style you’ll enjoy for years with the little ones. Each day you can tuck in a piece of candy or perhaps a clue for something to do together. It has a book-like design, so you can easily open and close it too.
13) Christmas Calendar Sticker Set
$24.95
Spark your creative senses with 12 pages worth of holiday-themed stickers. Get extra crafty by doing drawings, and layer in some craft paper to create an original piece of art each day.
15) Advent Sock Calendar Gift Set, Set of 24
$260.00
Although your initial thought may be to roll your eyes when you think about Christmas and socks, you’ll be pleasantly surprised by the jolly patterns on the socks that will lift your spirits each day.
8) 24 Days Of Clinique Advent Calendar
$114.99
Every day is a new opportunity to dress up your look with this holiday skincare and make-up advent calendar by Clinique. It also takes the sample game to the next level when you get 24 items for under $60.
4) Minimalistic Christmas Advent Calendar
$19.99
Take a new approach to the holiday season with these chic little boxes. Everyone can get involved in the fun by putting something special in each one and then sticking them anywhere around the house.
10) Wooden Advent Calendar
$19.00
Set the mood with this handmade wooden advent calendar. Customize the design by adding hooks to hang daily clues or crafts for the family to do together. Plus, it comes in multiple wood finishes and different figurines to count down the days.
12) 8 Nights of Hanukkah Gift Bags
$28.00
Celebrate eight nights of Hanukkah with handmade gift bags. Open one each night with a special trinket inside as you light the menorah.
13) Modern Personalized Advent Calendar with Pockets
$75.65
Designed with a minimalist theme in mind, this advent calendar will add a subtle nod to the holidays without being too distracting in your home. Each pocket is a generous size to hold larger items, and it can easily be stored away by simply rolling it up.
14) Embroidered Ramadan Pocket Advent Calendar
$44.50
Hand-crafted, printed and sewn by artisans, this Ramadan advent is so sophisticated that you may want to keep it up all year.
15) Liquor Advent Calendar
$59.96
A truly unique way to celebrate the holiday season is with an intoxicating liquor advent calendar. Each stand is handmade, and you can add a custom engraving at the bottom of the tree.
16) Family Playlist Song Christmas Advent Calendar
$15.41
Christmas carols can happen every day in December, so let the countdown begin with festive tunes guaranteed to spread holiday cheer.
17) Craft Advent Calendar
$39.99
Forget the candy, and let’s get crafty. The calendar provides creations that double as ornaments.
18) Festive Advent Calendar Christmas Bags
$42.00
The holidays are all about nostalgia, and the retro-inspired bags will spark many fun memories. The cloth bags are adorable, and you’ll be able to fill them with all kinds of goodies.
19) Personalised and Filled Advent Calendar
$267.70
If you want someone to indulge in a decadent gift they can use all year long, go with this reusable leather advent calendar that any recipient will love displaying on a desk.
24 Days of Tea Advent Calendar
$36.00
Provide relaxation with a mug and sip some unique tea flavors. The calendar will encourage time to sit back and take a break from it all.
21) Mod Doors Tags Advent Calendar Kit
$13.49
For the person in your life who loves midcentury modern, these mod door tags are everything.
22) Affirmation Advent Calendar
$9.52
There’s a beautiful hand-drawn graphic on each card, and when you flip it over, a positive affirmation is on the other side. It also comes with wooden pegs and string so whoever you give it to can hang it up and use it post-holidays.
23) Stitch a Day Advent Embroidery Calendar
$45.00
Coziness is what our next rec is all about. You’ll find a new stitched design for each day.
24) The Crystal Christmas Calendar
$96.00
Take self-care to the next level with a wellness approach to an advent calendar. It includes a mix of crystals, incense, individual affirmation/oracle cards, and other mystery treats.
Advent Calendar
$250.00
This advent calendar gives you a full-body approach to wellness by stimulating all of your senses. You’ll want to start your day with a daily affirmation and a daily treat. Bonus: you also get an Alo Moves Subscription for yoga that can use all year long.
“Fizzle All The Way” Bath Bomb Advent Calendar
$12.99
Bring the spa home with twelve days of “Me” time by taking a bath and experiencing a new bath bomb each day.
17) Oprah’s Five Days of Hoops
$200.00
Voted one of Oprah’s favorite things for 2022, you can add a little bling to your week with a set of high-end earrings that will effortlessly work with any wardrobe.
14) What is wicker
As its name implies, advent calendars are a type of calendar, but they’re typically only used during the holiday season. Each day is hidden by a flap or door that you remove or open to reveal a small gift.
14) What is wicker
Advent calendars often start on the first day of December and end on either Christmas Eve or Day.
14) What is wicker
We love advent calendars as much as the next person, but we err on the side of sophisticated rather than cheesy, so you can rest assured that all of our top picks are House Beautiful-approved.
