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52 Best Advent Calendars in 2022 for Kids and Adults
Find a cheery countdown that includes chocolate, beauty products, toys or booze.
The holidays are certainly a magical time, and one of the best ways to get into the spirit of things is by counting down the days with a festive advent calendar. There's just nothing like a month full of mini gifts to get you excited for bigger items to come (or to tide you over until the Big Day). But time is running out — you'll have to order soon if you want to get these in time for December 1.
But which ones to choose? Today, the options go beyond classic chocolate-filled boxes (although those are great, too), meaning there are picks to match various interests. Brands offer cool alternative styles that feature items like must-have beauty products and wacky and fun socks the whole family can enjoy, plus there are toy-themed options for kids and even adult-only alcohol-filled versions. And if you're looking for something that will last years to come or even double as a festive piece of Christmas decor, there's also a selection of reusable advent calendars perfect for repeatedly stuffing with treats or trinkets. Whether you're buying for a special someone or secretly coveting one of these gems for yourself, we compiled the best Christmas advent calendars to buy in 2022.
Here, find options to fit any hobby or budget, with something of interest for anyone on your list. Once you pick up one of these for yourself (or your family), you can focus on buying the best gifts for everyone else.
Ulta 12 Days of Beauty Set
Ulta 12 Days of Beauty Set
Here, a beauty set made for the mini makeup artist in training. It might look small, but it's actually filled with 12 products and includes everything from eye makeup to lip gloss.
Wowok Christmas Jigsaw Puzzle Advent Calendar
Each box contains 42 puzzle pieces — the goal is to complete a portion of the puzzle each day leading up to Christmas, so that you'll have the entire 1,008-piece image completed by Christmas Eve.
Sephora Wishing You Advent Calendar
Sephora has selected its favorite products for this beauty advent calendar. It comes with an assortment of makeup, skincare items, bath products and accessories.
Igloo Books Storybook Collection Advent Calendar 2022
Igloo Books Storybook Collection Advent Calendar 2022
Cozy up with your favorite Disney characters all December long. It comes with 24 quick and easy reads, intended for ages 3+, but parents will enjoy them all the same.
Wüfers Dog Cookie Advent Calendar
Because your pup wants to join in on the fun, this illustrated calendar includes 24 freshly baked dog-friendly cookies for Fido to enjoy.
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Insight Editions Home Alone: The Official AAAAAAdvent Calendar
Insight Editions Home Alone: The Official AAAAAAdvent Calendar
Each and every night, you'll test your Home Alone knowledge as you decorate the pop-up tree with ornaments inspired by the movie's most memorable scenes (or so they say).
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Sugarfina 24 Tastes of Christmas Advent Calendar
Sugarfina 24 Tastes of Christmas Advent Calendar
Make every day in December feel like a visit to the sweet shop with this advent calendar from Sugarfina. It comes with tastes of sprinkle cookies, rainbow bears, birthday cake caramels, raspberry Eiffel Towers and many more, so get a big variety.
The Really Good Whiskey Company Whiskey Advent Calendar
The Really Good Whiskey Company Whiskey Advent Calendar
Warm up on a cold winter evening with this delightful whiskey gift. Inside are 25 drams, including Cask Strengths, single malts and sherry cask varieties, to sip on each day leading up to Christmas.
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Tingletouch The Advent Calendar for Couples
Tingletouch The Advent Calendar for Couples
With this calendar, instead of a piece of chocolate or a small bottle of wine, you'll get inspiration for different activities that you can enjoy as a couple, making for a very romantic and intimate December.
Keurig 24 Cups of Cheer Advent Calendar
Keurig 24 Cups of Cheer Advent Calendar
Pop one of these festive K-cups into your Keurig to start each morning on a cheery note. Each day brings a new variety, so you can sample all the best blends from top brands, including Peet's Coffee and Green Mountain.
Running Press The Joy of Christmas with Bob Ross: The Official Advent Calendar
Running Press The Joy of Christmas with Bob Ross: The Official Advent Calendar
It's time for a season full of happy little Christmas trees! Open up this tri-fold calendar to discover 25 days of pull-out ornaments, holiday-themed activities and even words of wisdom from Bob himself.
5 Surprise Surprise Mini Brands Advent Calendar
5 Surprise Surprise Mini Brands Advent Calendar
Uncover a new small-scale collectible from leading brands like Triscuit and Hershey's until you have your own mini grocery store.
Bioworld The Office: 12 Days Of Socks Advent Calendar
Bioworld The Office: 12 Days Of Socks Advent Calendar
Yes, it's been years since The Office finale. But! If there's someone in your life who loves a fun pair of socks *and* references Michael Scott from time to time, this advent calendar will be chef's kiss. Twelve pairs of men's sized 8-12 socks are included, with standout pairs referencing Scott's Tots and the Michael Scott Paper Company.
Insight Editions The Nightmare Before Christmas: Official Advent Calendar
Insight Editions The Nightmare Before Christmas: Official Advent Calendar
Tap into the holiday's creep factor — okay, hear us out — with this countdown. Each night(mare) before Christmas, unwrap a gift such as a mini book, note card, ornament or another surprise.
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Hiprup Brain Teaser Puzzle Advent Calendar
Keep your mind sharp and your hands busy by unlocking this set of 24 different wire and plastic puzzles. Can you figure them all out?
Williams Sonoma Peppermint Bark Advent Calendar
Williams Sonoma Peppermint Bark Advent Calendar
Making Williams Sonoma's classic peppermint bark an even more exciting holiday treat, this 24-piece advent calendar from the brand includes festive chocolate forms behind each window. Open them to reveal a snowman, toy soldier, Christmas tree or Santa-shaped sweet.
Uncommon Goods Holiday Scratch Off Advent Calendar Playlist
Uncommon Goods Holiday Scratch Off Advent Calendar Playlist
Perfect for music lovers, this record-shaped advent calendar features hidden QR codes that allow users to download a carol sung by an emerging artist. They'll simply have to scratch off a number each day to start listening!
Play-Doh Christmas Advent Calendar
Your kid's Play-Doh supply always seems to dry out faster than you'd like it to. We've got the perfect thing: This advent calendar comes with five fresh containers, plus scissors, molds and other shaping molds to keep their creativity flowing.
D-FantiX Dinosaur Advent Calendar
Your little paleontologist never knows what lies behind the door: Some days it'll be a cute baby dino, other times they'll be larger in scale and on four very special occasions, they'll find a fossilized dinosaur.
Insight Kids Enchanted Christmas: Official Pop-Up Advent Calendar
Insight Kids Enchanted Christmas: Official Pop-Up Advent Calendar
Bring the magic of your favorite Disney movies right into your home with this pop-up advent calendar. Hang a new ornament each day until it sparkles and shines — just like the princesses.
Sam Peters is a Senior Commerce Editor at Hearst covering fashion, beauty and lifestyle. Her writing has appeared in WWD, Footwear News, Real Simple, PopSugar and Bridal Guide, among others. She enjoys unpacking the latest trends and testing and reviewing some of the most innovative, emerging products on the market.
Amanda Garrity is a lifestyle writer and editor with over seven years of experience, including five years on staff at Good Housekeeping, where she covered all things home and holiday, including the latest interior design trends, inspiring DIY ideas and gift guides for any (and every) occasion. She also has a soft spot for feel-good TV, so you can catch her writing about popular shows like Virgin River, Sweet Magnolias, Hallmark Channel’s When Calls the Heart and more.
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