Ring In the Holidays With These 28 Advent Calendars

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Can you believe November is already here? We sure can’t, but this brisk autumn month can only mean one thing: It’s time to start our search for the best advent calendars. From the outside, these boxes might look like, well, just boxes. But open them up and you’ll find a bunch of numbered compartments you can unlock each day leading up to Christmas. Some kick off at the beginning of December, while others start in the middle of the month. So whether you’ve been doing advent calendars since you were little or you’re a complete newbie, add a touch more joy and excitement to the holiday season with any of our top picks.

The options are truly endless when it comes to advent calendars these days. In fact, the selection seems to keep getting better and more innovative each year. This time around, there are plenty of classics, like cals from LEGO, Bonne Maman, and Godiva. Just make sure you don’t overlook the more unique options, like jewelry advent calendars and even a Japanese snack one. In terms of pricing, beauty and home advent calendars are definitely on the pricier end of the spectrum, while food and LEGO ones tend to be more affordable.

With our extensive list, you won’t run out of advent calendars to shop in 2023—pick up a few for your loved ones, and don’t forget to treat yourself to one (or two!). Happy unboxing!

Best Beauty Advent Calendars

If they’re a fan of Jo Malone’s luxurious fragrances, this advent calendar contains mini and full-sized beauty essentials in a multitude of scents—from Ginger Biscuit to English Pear and Freesia.

Saks Fifth Avenue is back with another beauty advent cal, and the only thing you need to hear is that it’s valued at $560 but costs $225 (!!).

Twelve days of La Mer sounds like a dream, so let the brand’s hydrating and nourishing formulas come to your skin’s rescue this winter.

Bobbi Brown is a household name in beauty, and this stunning ornament-shaped box holds a ton of the brand’s trusty makeup products.

Revolve’s beauty advent calendar is valued at $481, but you can order it now for just $150. Dr. Barbara Sturm, Charlotte Tilbury, and Peter Thomas Roth for that price tag? Snatch it up ASAP!

If there’s anything to splurge on for the holidays, it’s TikTok-viral skincare. Peter Thomas Roth has numerous notable formulas that are included in this advent cal.

Candles, hand creams, shower gels, and body lotions, oh my! Glasshouse Fragrance’s 24 Days of Christmas Advent Calendar truly has it all. Let’s not forget its adorable packaging and illustrations, too!

If Sofia Richie loves a brand, so do we. The celeb has used Lancer Skincare products before, which can only mean it’s time to try it out for yourself with this 12-day cal.

Charlotte Tilbury has been one of the buzziest brands on TikTok and social media this year, so it’s only fitting that the MUA put together another beauty advent calendar this year. From the viral blush wand to the celeb-adored Magic Cream, your bathroom cabinet is about to be seriously stocked.

Best Food & Drink Advent Calendars

Each year, shoppers seem to flock to Bonne Maman’s advent calendar, and with this good of a product lineup, the hype is understood. It comes with 23 fruit spread flavors and one honey, with new offerings such as Caramel with Cinnamon, Raspberry Chocolate, Pineapple with Ginger, and more.

You can’t go wrong with a chocolate-filled advent calendar, especially if you have a friend with a sweet tooth on your shopping list.

Make their countdown to Christmas that much richer with this Neuhaus cal. It houses 25 white, dark, and milk chocolate treats.

Give your chocolate-obsessed friend this Godiva advent calendar and they’ll be in sugar heaven this holiday season. I’ve got my eyes on the Mint Medallion.

Harry & David is a classic site to order from during the holidays. This calendar’s packaging is so cute, but it’s what’s inside that really counts. Find truffles upon truffles, as well as mints, in this adorable box.

For the friend or family member who’s always sipping something new, get them this wine advent calendar from Vinebox. They’ll get to taste selections from Italy, France, Spain, and California.

We’ve called this one of the more unique options on this list because, quite frankly, it is! Have you ever seen an advent cal filled to the brim with Japanese snacks? We sure haven’t. They’ll have a blast unwrapping 20 different treats and four collectible holiday items, while also reading the culture guide that sheds light on each bite.

Who doesn’t love a warm cup of tea during the winter? This DAVIDsTEA cal will introduce your giftee to so many yummy flavors, including festive ones like Candy Cane Crush, Sugar Pear Fairy, and Tinsel Toddy.

Alternatively, if they’re more of a coffee enthusiast, give them their caffeine fix with this advent calendar from Bean Box. It features 12 curated holiday coffee blends that are sure to make this season merry and bright.

Best LEGO Advent Calendars

It doesn’t matter what age you are, LEGOs will always be fun to build and display. If they’re a total Star Wars guru, this 24-day advent cal is the perfect choice.

Visit the wizarding world with this Harry Potter LEGO advent calendar. They’ll get to play with their favorite characters, Harry, Hermoine, and Ron, plus a few others.

Calling all Marvel fans, Iron Man, Spider-Man, Doctor Strange, and Captain America await you in this action-packed cal.

Best Home Advent Calendars

If you have a friend who goes through candles like there’s no tomorrow, they’ll definitely appreciate this Voluspa advent calendar that houses 12 fragrances from the Japonica collection (think Spiced Pumpkin Latte and Santal Vanille). It even comes with a wick trimmer!

Now we know $510 is a lot to spend on an advent cal, but hear us out. You get so many iconic fragrances from the brand, including Baies, Figuier, and Roses.

If you want to get them an advent calendar that goes beyond chocolate goodies and skincare products, check out this puzzle cal. It lets them put together one puzzle a day for the 12 days of Christmas.

This Happy Socks advent calendar has your dad’s name written all over it. He shouldn’t be running low on socks after unwrapping 24 pairs from this playful cal.

This fun option will certainly keep them busy in the month leading up to Christmas thanks to 24 mini puzzles that are 100 (!!) pieces each.

Best Jewelry Advent Calendars

You’re bound to know a Disney fanatic who will absolutely adore this Swarovski and Disney crossover. Now there aren’t a bunch of diamonds hidden in each compartment, but there are 22 ornaments, two necklaces, and a set of stickers.

Your giftee’s holiday ‘fits are about to seriously level up with the help of this jewelry advent calendar. They’ll enjoy getting blinged out with gold necklaces, rings, earrings, and bracelets that are valued at $605 (but only cost you $330).