22 Advent Calendars You Should Buy Before They’re Gone
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It’s not even Halloween yet, but retailers are already stocking up on Advent calendars, and if you want to get your hands on the best of the best, it’s time to go shopping. I am convinced that Advent calendars are not just for children. Maybe you’ve lost count of the days until Santa Claus arrives, but you’ll probably still get a little thrill every time you open a door on your calendar each day. What better way to add some cheer to the holiday season? They also make great hostess gifts, which is important during peak holiday season.
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There are plenty of Advent calendars to choose from and they cater to just about every interest. We’ve put together a list of the best advent calendars based on our own personal experience and our research of the most popular ones. Some of them are aimed at more mature tastes, like boozy calendars and those featuring makeup. Others are for those of us who are still kids at heart: Funko Pop Disney or Lego Harry Potter, anyone? So whether you’re looking for a gift or just looking to treat yourself this holiday season, check out this year’s best advent calendars. But don’t delay: many of these Advent calendars are selling out fast.
Countdown to Christmas with Flaviar’s highly sought after Whiskey Advent Calendar. The theme for 2023 is “The Lost Art of Distillation: The Kingdom of Amber”. The set includes a leather coaster, a collector’s Glencairn glass, a tasting journal and, most importantly, 24 bottles of premium whiskey. This is the ultimate gift for a whiskey lover. But buy it while you can because it sells out fast. It’s available for pre-order now for $250, which is $10 less than the list price. Orders will start shipping at the end of September.
Bonne Maman’s jam Advent calendar is still popular, and it’s no surprise. Who doesn’t like jam? The 2023 version features exclusive holiday flavors Chocolate Raspberry, Yuzu Lemon, Caramel and Cinnamon. There are 24 little jars (including one with honey), for a sweet Christmas countdown.
Make all your holiday parties shine with beauty products that will have you feeling ultra glamorous. With $329 of beauty-lover favorites including Hoola Bronzer, Gimme Brow, and Roller Lash Curling Mascara, you’re in for a bargain too.
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Anyone who is a firm believer that Disneyland is the happiest place on Earth will enjoy this Disney Advent Calendar from Funko Pop. The collectible brand has created 24 vinyl figures of all your favorite Disney characters, but with a holiday twist. It’s great fun to figure out which character you’ll get each day, and you can use the holiday-themed mini figures to decorate your home.
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If there’s an IPA lover in your life, this advent calendar won’t disappoint. Add some cheer to the holidays and unwind after a stressful day with delicious beer from popular craft breweries. You’ll get 12 of the top-rated IPAs of 2023 to help you count the days. You won’t know exactly which ones, but that’s part of the fun. Pre-order now for delivery in early November.
If you haven’t tried Williams-Sonoma Peppermint Bark, let me just warn you that it is very addictive. Luckily, with this festive Advent calendar, you can enjoy a treat each day instead of swallowing an entire box (which happened in my house). You’ll receive 24 character-shaped mini treats, including trees, Santas, toy soldiers and snowmen, all made from the most delicious peppermint bark on the planet.
If you want to treat yourself or a loved one this holiday season, Olive & June is the ultimate at-home manicure experience. This year’s “25 Days of Mani Magic” includes seven mini polishes in festive colors, nail art stickers, an overnight hand treatment, a cuticle serum and all the manicure accessories you could want. In addition to the 25 Day Calendar, Olive & June also sells an 8 Nights of Mani Magic Advent Calendar.
I’m a chocolate fanatic and one of my favorite chocolatiers is San Francisco-based Dandelion Chocolate. So I was thrilled when they started making an advent calendar, and it doesn’t disappoint. Each carefully wrapped chocolate is a melt-in-your-mouth paradise. And they get an A+ for presentation. It’s pricey, but you get a lot for the price and it’s a wonderful gift.
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If you or a loved one are crazy about hot sauce, this advent calendar is sure to delight. There are twelve 1.75 ounce bottles to challenge anyone who loves a little kick in the mouth. Spicy gourmet flavors include Habanero Evil, Zombie Apocalypse, Pineapple Papaya BBQ, Psycho Curry and more. This Advent calendar is sure to be a foodie favourite.
Start your day off right with a different tea each morning. The Tea Palace Advent Calendar includes 24 different gourmet tea bags filled with all kinds of delicious varieties, including black teas, green teas, herbal teas and Rooibos. It’s a fantastic gift for the tea lover in your life to help take some of the holiday stress away.
If watching Harry Potter is an annual holiday tradition in your household, this Advent calendar is for you. You’re never too old for Legos, and Harry Potter makes this advent calendar even more magical. Behind each door, you’ll find a variety of builds and minifigures, including Harry, Hermione, Ron, and Dumbledore.
Why should humans have fun on vacation? Give your dog 24 days of cheese and meat treats. It’s a great way to include your furry friend in the holiday excitement, or you can gift it to the dog lover in your life.
In Good Taste’s popular wine advent calendars sell out fast every year and they’re back for the 2023 holiday season. The calendar comes with 24 mini bottles, each containing 187 milliliters of a top wine range from all over the world. It’s a festive hostess or office party gift for a wine lover, but we think it’s also ideal to enjoy solo. Right now you can get $20 off using code ACCLAMATION.
Light up the Advent season – literally – with Voluspa’s coveted candles. Behind the 12 doors of their 2023 Advent Calendar are some of the brand’s finest fragrances, including Sparkling Cuvée, French Cade & Lavender, Forbidden Fig, Coconut Vanilla and Baltic Amber. Seasonal Spiced Pumpkin Latte and White Cypress flavors add a special touch to the holiday season. (We won’t spoil the surprise of the other eight scents!) Each 2.5 ounce candle lasts about 25 hours, so you’ll have plenty of time to soak up those scents.
What better way to count the days than watching your favorite holiday movies with a bowl of popcorn each night? Open the doors and discover a variety of premium popcorn and seasonings, including tangy cheddar, sweet caramel, dill pickles, chocolate chip cookie dough and more. It’s the perfect advent calendar for someone who likes to treat themselves but doesn’t want candy, because who doesn’t like snacks?
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