18 Unique Advent Calendars You Totally Need 2024

Skip the ordinary kids' advent calendar this year and check out these one-of-a-kind options that are sure to delight! From pop culture collectibles to food and jewelry, there are all kinds of unique advent calendars for everyone. Plus, all of our picks are under $100 (and on Amazon), so you can meet all your gifting goals and stay within budget.

What is an advent calendar, anyway?

ICYMI: An advent calendar is a classic holiday tradition that celebrates the season of Advent every day leading up to Christmas. The best unique advent calendars usually feature 24 to 25 doors, each containing a small piece of chocolate or a prize. It's a little daily surprise to get you in the holiday spirit!

These festive calendars have come a long way since the days of just chocolate. There are options for everyone, from foodies to pet parents to comic book die-hards. To help you find the best calendars for your budget, we picked loads of the coolest, most unique options so you can start shopping straight away. Our top picks just ahead:

Unique advent calendars we love for 2024

A Christmas Story Advent Calendar

Why settle for one day of 'The Christmas Story' when you can have 25? This gift set lets you relive the magic for 25 days straight with figurines inspired by the movie, including the infamous leg lamp. And with a display scene included, you can show off your festive collection to all your friends and family.

The Advent Calendar for Couch Potatoes

If you're struggling to find the perfect gift for your fitness enthusiast friend, look no further. This advent calendar is not only a fun gag gift, but it's also a great way to help them stay active during the holiday season. With 24 workout ideas, they'll be able to keep up with their fitness routine without even thinking about New Year's resolutions. Now that's something.

Himalayan Pet Supply Best Friend's Advent Calendar

Want to give your furry friend a special treat every day leading up to the holidays? Check out this advent calendar made just for dog moms and dads! Inside, you'll find 24 treats in the form of chunks, tablets, and wafers, perfect for dogs of all ages. And with flavors like cheesy peanut butter, salmon, and bacon, your pup is sure to be wagging its tail in excitement!

Walker’s 2024 Advent Calendar

Walker's Advent calendar is the perfect way to give the gift of shortbread instead of chocolate. It's like a Christmas countdown, but with cookies! And with 28 different flavors and shapes, you'll have a new treat to try every day. Plus, the beautiful box makes it a great gift for anyone on your list.

Burt's Bees 12 Days of Joy Lip Balm Advent Calendar

This Burts Bees Advent Calendar is a beauty lover's delight! It contains 12 different nourishing lipsticks to keep lips hydrated and mistletoe-ready all season long. And at under $30, it's an absolute steal.

12 Days of Coffee Advent Calendar

Move over, chocolate! This coffee calendar is guaranteed to make everyone you gift it to say: 'I love you a latte.' It's got 12 full-pot bags of ground coffee in a variety of festive flavors, including Jingle Bell Java, White Christmas, and Candy Cane. Plus, each bag can make an eight to 12-cup pot, so there's no need to measure (or make a mess) with this!

24 Family Games Advent Calendar

Make every day of December a family game night with this unique advent calendar. It's filled with 24 brain-tickling challenges that'll keep everyone on their toes, from nostalgic favorites to mind-bending puzzles and outdoor-friendly fun.

And don't worry, the included handy picture guide will save you from any head-scratching moments, so you know exactly how to play each game... and can focus on winning the holiday bragging rights.

Funko Advent Calendar: Marvel 80th Anniversary

Sure, this Advent calendar may be a little more expensive than some of the others on our list, but it's the perfect treat for any Funko Pop! Collector or Marvel die-hard. For each day of Advent, there are 25 unique hero and villain characters to discover, with the last day offering the biggest surprise. Trust us, the look on their face when they unwrap this will be more than worth it.

BomBombs Hot Chocolate Mix Gift Set

On the first day of Christmas, my true love gave to me... this hot chocolate gift set full of sweet chocolatey goodness. It includes 12 exciting hot chocolate mixes ranging in a variety of flavors, from gingerbread to bacon. And seriously, what's better than a calendar filled with hot cocoa?

Sudoku Advent Calendar

Give tired eyes a break from hours of screen time with this sudoku advent calendar! It's got 200 puzzles of varying difficulty levels, so you (or your giftees) can challenge yourself and unwind at the same time. And don't worry, we won't leave you hanging—the answers are included with calendar so you can check your work.

Seashell for Kids Advent Calendar

Calling all mermaid lovers! This unique advent calendar is the ultimate 'sea-sonal' delight. Each day, a new door opens to reveal a surprise shell, like a cockle shell, spider conch, or knobby starfish. And don't worry about losing these deep sea treasures — this calendar comes with handy pouches to keep them safe and a colorful guidebook to help you identify each one.

Bonne Maman 2024 Limited Edition Advent Calendar

Moms, grandmas, and mothers-in-law deserve something sweet every day leading up to Christmas, don't you think? That's why we think this Bonne Maman advent calendar is the perfect gift for anyone with a sweet tooth. It's filled with 24 mini spreads in different flavors, plus a honey jar. How sweet!

Uncommon Goods Through the Window Puzzle Advent Calendar

If you know a puzzle lover, they'll appreciate this advent calendar. Each day features one beautifully illustrated jigsaw puzzle that makes up a festive scene when complete.

Pukamam Crystal Advent Calendar 2024

This chakra crystal advent calendar is the perfect gift for anyone on your list who is a total gem. It's got 12 crystals, a necklace, a Flower of Life crystal grid, and a crystal card, all in a handy storage pouch. No wonder it made our list of the best advent calendar picks for teens!

Papier 24 Doors of Desk Delights Advent Calendar

This popular advent calendar from Papier includes a variety of stationery and desk accessories. It sold out last year, so be sure to act fast. You'll get items such as notebooks, envelopes, notecards, pens and bookmarks.

Voluspa 12 Day Advent Calendar Petite Pedestal Candle Gift Set

For the candle lovers out there, this luxury advent calendar is sure to impress. This Voluspa gift set includes a wick trimmer and 12 petite candles featuring a variety of holiday-inspired scents, such as spiced pumpkin latte, baltic amber and noble fir garland.

Cinereplicas Stranger Things Advent Calendar

Fans of the sci-fi cult-favorite will love this Stranger Things advent calendar. It contains 24 windows, each with gifts featuring iconic elements of the series, from the Demogorgon to the Scoops Ahoy ice cream shop.

Happy Socks 24-Pack Advent Calendar Socks Gift Set

Know someone who genuinely appreciates socks for Christmas? This advent calendar is just the thing. You get 24 pairs of colourful and festive crew socks made of soft, breathable cotton.