Advent Calendars are a great way for kids to countdown to Christmas! They sure have expanded since I was a kid when a chocolate one was pretty much the only option. Now, there are advent calendars for every interest.
We’ve tracked down some of the best ones below, candy and candy-free options too!
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If you’re a traditionalist you can pick up a standard chocolate advent calendar. Many of these even have fun characters on the front now.
If you want something more fun…or just don’t want your child to have chocolate every day, check out one of these great non-candy advent calendars.
I love this Melissa and Doug option as it's not candy and it's reusable! Kids can decorate the tree with magnetic ornaments, then after Christmas you can pack it away for next year. Make it a part of your holiday traditions.
Lego lovers will rejoice over getting new lego pieces each day until Christmas. (This one is better for slightly older kids who won't put the small pieces in their mouth.)
My toddler loves Mickey mouse. For your Mickey loving kids grab this advent calendar with 24 Mickey & friends toys.
This advent calendar from Disney comes complete with 24 tiny stories, one to read each night leading up to Christmas!
Creative kids will enjoy this advent calendar from Crayola. There's a new color, paint, etc. behind each door.
Kids that love Paw Patrol will have fun getting a new tiny Paw Patrol toy each day in this Paw Patrol advent calendar.
This 4 wheeled advent calendar is filled with hot wheels cars and other fun toys. (Note that it appears that not every day has a new car).
Roar! Add 24 new dinosaurs to your collection with this dinosaur-themed advent calendar.
Which is your favorite? If you need gift ideas be sure to check out our Gift guide page filled with ideas for everyone on your list!
