The 30 Best Advent Calendars To Count Down To Christmas

Harry & David always delivers on the variety front, and this year’s “Best Of” advent calendar is no different. Behind its doors, the decorated box is brimming with 24 days’ worth of snacking delights including mixed nuts, chocolate truffles, cookies, popcorn, smoked sausage, relish and more.

Each day of Anthropologie’s 24 Days of Beauty calendar reveals a mini-sized version of popular and best-selling skincare, fragrance and makeup favorites including brands like Supergoop, Peter Thomas Roth, Anastasia Beverly Hills, Living Proof and more. It’s a $300 value wrapped into one lovely illustrated package. There’s also a 12 Days of Beauty Advent Calendar if you’re looking to stay under $50. 

Another great option comes from Williams Sonoma, one of our favorite purveyors of unique home and kitchen finds. The Williams Sonoma Chuck’s Luxury Advent Calendar boasts founder Chuck Williams’ favorite holiday seasonings, sweets and condiments including Jacobsen Flake Sea Salt, Pommery Dijon Mustard, Giusti Balsamic Vinegar, salted peppermint bark bites and more that will delight any foodie or home chef.

Set the ultimate cozy mood with Voluspa’s fragrant 12-day advent calendar, which is packaged in a cheery patterned box that arrives ready to gift. There are a dozen petite pedestal candles from the brand’s best-selling Japonica and Holiday fragrance collections (scents include Forbidden Fig and Sparkling Cuvée), plus a gold-plated wick trimmer. We also suggest checking out the brand’s Japonica Archive 12-Piece Candle Set, which is roughly half the price.

This editor-favorite beauty advent calendar from Liberty is the next best thing to a walk through the department store’s famous beauty hall. Makeup, skincare, haircare and fragrance are all represented in the curated assortment of 30 products (20 of them are full-sized), with brands including La Mer, Augustinus Bader, Jones Road and MZ Skin. Valued at $1,690, it’s well worth the price for the beauty lover on your list.

Skincare junkies, this one’s for you. Augustinus Bader’s 12-day countdown is as luxe as they come, with regal blue and gold packaging to match that of its in-demand products. The stash itself is made up of a dozen science-backed serums, rich face and body creams, eye masks, lip balms and then some. It’ll keep you (or any lucky recipient) glowing all winter long.

Looking for peak holiday luxury? Dior’s beauty advent calendar is your answer. This year’s box features intricate designs by artist Pietro Ruffo and is crafted to resemble the fashion house’s iconic boutique at 30 Avenue Montaigne in Paris. It has 24 doors, with each one opening to reveal a beloved Dior fragrance, skincare or makeup favorite, from J’adore Eau de Parfum to Dior Addict Lip Glow. 

Bonne Maman’s classic advent calendar is back for 2025, and this year’s version should please any holiday-loving foodie. “This calendar quickly sells out every year for good reason,” says managing editor Emmy Favilla. “It includes 24 delicious and inventive limited-edition jams and spreads in the cutest single-serving jars (housed within equally cute mini boxes). My favorites have been the rhubarb-strawberry and coffee-caramel flavors, but there’s a wide variety to suit all sorts of palates.”

Calling all adventurous eaters: Uncommon Goods’ Candy of the World Advent Calendar takes you on a fun food tour from the comfort of your own home. You’ll sample four sweet treats from 24 different countries (one for each of the 24 days of the countdown), which is a total of almost 100 snacks. An informational booklet about the each country’s candy and a sheet to rank your favorites are also included. 

Sugarfina’s candies always make great gifts, and this year’s advent calendar is right on the money. Resembling a North Pole toy shop, the 24-day countdown has four pieces of candy in each one of its drawers. They’ll find everything from delicious sour rainbow bonbons and confetti caramels to cute gummies shaped like snowmen and Christmas trees.

Tea Forté’s mini advent calendar will keep you nice and toasty come December (I’ve tried them). The festive white and gold Winter Chalet box contains a dozen assorted tea blends, including mountain oolong, sweet orange spice and, my favorite, winter chai. Each tea flavor is housed in the brand’s signature pyramid infusers, which steep nicely and will please any teatime enthusiast. 

In the Bibliophile Advent Calendar, each of the 24 days unveils a miniature book filled with prompts, trivia and illustrations that you can display on a tiny bookshelf. There’s also a mini journal to keep track of your favorite reads of the year, and the final day is an extra-special treat that will delight any book lover.

Sometimes, less is more—and Walker’s shortbread cookie advent calendar is proof. The countdown box includes 24 of the traditional buttery delights from Scotland, with six varieties including star-shaped, chocolate chip and salted caramel shortbread.

Any escape room–loving family will enjoy the Exit: The Game’s advent calendar. The 24-day countdown centers on the mystery of a Hollywood star who disappeared while filming a Christmas movie. Each door that you open throughout December holds a card with an important riddle to get you closer to the answer. It’s recommended for adults and kids ages 10 and up. 

American Girl’s gingerbread-themed Baking Spirits Bright Advent Calendar is the perfect present for the mini baker in your life. 24 American Girl doll–sized baking accessories are inside, so that little ones can mix, measure and decorate holiday cookies alongside their favorite doll. 

Jolly or not, any recipient’s heart will grow three sizes as soon as they set their sights on The Grinch Advent Calendar from Williams Sonoma. The grumpy Dr. Seuss character’s sweet set features caramels, gummies and chocolates behind its 24 doors. The brand’s Elf Advent Calendar also deserves a shout-out for any holiday movie buff. 

Mudpuppy’s 12-day countdown is a delight for dog lovers of all ages. We found it hard not to smile the moment we opened the cartoon canine-covered box. Its windows are filled with a dozen 48-piece mini puzzles that feature festive pups; they can be completed solo or as a family activity. Trust us when we say that each one is cuter than the last.

Inspired by the classic Nutcracker fairy tale, this advent calendar by Compartés (the brand behind our gift editors’ favorite Valentine Day chocolate) boasts a beautiful design and delicious sweets. Each door opens to reveal a different treat, with 25 of the chocolatier’s most popular chocolates all in one box for the first time. The brand also has a Winter Fox–themed advent calendar featuring playful foxes and holiday scenery. Both choices are elegant and downright delectable.

For a delicious and stunning advent calendar, look no further than Vosges Haut-Chocolat’s offering, which is designed to look like a lush holiday greenhouse. Behind each door, you’ll find unique treasures ranging from spicy mango caramels and wild blackberry truffles to pistachio bonbons and chocolate mushrooms. At the push of a button, glowing lights will also illuminate the scene.

The gourmet sweets in Godiva’s 2025 advent calendar will satisfy any sugar craving. Featuring an adorable snow globe theme, the illustrated gift box houses 24 milk, dark and white chocolate treats like buttery salted caramel, dark mint medallion and almond crunch. It’s a great choice for friends, family or even kiddos who love classic chocolates. 

La Mer is one of the most luxe skincare brands out there, so, naturally, its advent calendar is the epitome of top-tier indulgence. The stunning green and gold box features 12 days of beauty surprises that range from silky serums and moisturizing creams to revitalizing hand, eye and lip treatments. The iconic Crème De La Mer is included as well.

It’s no secret why this pick is called Charlotte’s Beauty Treasure Chest. The gilded 12-door keepsake is special from the moment you unbox it. Inside, you’ll find a mix of full-sized and mini products, featuring some of our favorite Pillow Talk–hued essentials (including the cult-favorite lip liner), along with the brand’s best-selling skincare and makeup essentials. Once the countdown is complete, the chest is meant to be reused as a jewelry box.

L’Occitane’s advent calendar includes a selection of 24 bestsellers (a $369 value), and they’re all properly indulgent and perfect for at-home pampering. The essential oil–infused assortment will boost both skin and hair radiance with favorites like Almond Supple Skin Oil and Immortelle Divine Cream. Combined with the brand’s signature beloved scents (like Néroli & Orchidée), it’s pretty hard to beat. 

This advent calendar will get any whiskey fan in the holiday “spirit.” The set from Flaviar (which also makes our favorite spirits subscription box) contains two dozen 50ml vials of the good stuff—including bestsellers and new releases from more than seven different countries. You’ll also receive two Glencairn tasting glasses, an interactive booklet with notes for each sample and a pass that unlocks a complimentary 12-month Flaviar Black Membership. 

The 12 Nights of Cocktails set by Straightaway Cocktails comes with 12 delicious, expertly crafted drinks, including an Oregon Old Fashioned, a Thai Gimlet and an espresso martini sure to get anyone in a festive mood. It’s a great hostess gift if you don’t want to bring a standard bottle of wine to the party, or just a fun way to taste-test new drinks at home. 

This calendar is for the vino aficionados who want to discover new wines as they count down to Christmas. Maker Wine’s set of 12 cans features a combination of limited-edition red, white, rose and sparkling wines made by minority- and female-led small production wineries. Also included: complimentary tasting videos for each wine and an optional gift note.

Stationery lovers will be particularly excited about Papier’s annual advent calendar—but, really, it’ll be appreciated by anyone who works at a desk. This year’s reusable gift box has 24 paper treasures (worth $250) in its drawers, including must-have notebooks, note cards and sticky notes, in addition to fun surprises like a stamp set, a pen pouch, stickers and a gratitude journal. Stock is limited, so act fast.

A new pair of socks every day, for 24 days. Who wouldn’t want that? The Happy Socks advent calendar is fun and practical, since it’ll upgrade any sock drawer in full with just one purchase. Thanks to the brand’s lively prints and patterns, it’ll also add some whimsy to any wardrobe (and make a fun white elephant gift).

In the advent calendar realm, it doesn’t get more unique than Fly By Jing’s offering. The brand’s gift box packs 12 days of chili sauces that will bring spicy new Chinese flavors to any chef’s kitchen. It’s a fun way to experiment without having to head to a restaurant. (They’re also great stocking stuffers if you have multiple sauce-loving recipients.)

Sterling Forever’s 24 Days of Jewelry Advent Calendar is a great option for any fashion lover—and it’s specifically focused on elevating your earring game. The gorgeous box features 24 pairs of versatile sterling silver earrings in different sizes and shapes, including hoops, studs, cuffs and crawlers, so you can create the perfect earring stack. Our favorite thing is that the pairs are hypoallergenic (lead- and nickel-free), and they’re also waterproof and tarnish-resistant. Even better: They’re backed by a lifetime guarantee.