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Advent calendars actually started in the church but, most recently, they’re in everyones house as a fun way for the kiddos to countdown the number of days until Christmas and get a little surprise toy treat or two each and every day.
Similar to The Elf on the Shelf, realistic parents use these calendars as a way to bribe their kids to “be good” and “stop fighting with their sister” or else “you won’t be able to open your calendar box today!” Isn’t parenting grand!?
Typically, you’ll start using your calendar on December 1st and each day the kiddos will open up the surprise box for that day and see what kind of little toy or gift is inside. This fun little activity will take place each day until Christmas (or the 24th if actual Christmas morning trumps your calendar gift which, to be honest, it usually does).
Some of these advent calendars will come with the little gifts as part of the package and others are empty (and more ‘box-like’) and you can fill it with whatever you want. One thing we know for sure is that you typically need to get yours ASAP because it’s nearly impossible to find one once November rolls around. Plus, after all the money you’ve already spent on their Christmas toys, isn’t it nice that these are super small and relatively affordable?!
Check out some of our personal favorite Advent Calendars (so far) this month that even you (as an adult) would enjoy too. You’ll see what we mean!
The New Harry Potter Toy Advent Calendar
Funko Pop
Number of Toys Included: 24
While there may have not been a new Harry Potter movie (or book) in a while, when it comes to Advent Calendars they’re typically some of the to sellers season after season. And if your kiddos are into cute little toys, they’re going to love all the tiny toy surprises hiding behind each door they can discover each and every day. If fact, there are 24 little toys in total. And when we say little, we mean it. Each character is – at most – 2 inches tall.
Super Mario Brothers
Nintendo
Number of Toys Included: 24 (17 Figures / 7 Accessories)
Super Mario fans unite! We may be the most excited about this one because we grew up with Mario and Luigi so there’s even a bit of nostalgia for us. This one comes with 17 different surprise figures, 7 accessories, and more. Get ready for 24 days of surprises!
Star Wars Advent Toy Calendar
LEGO
Number of Toys Included: 24
As if anyone needs an excuse to incorporate Star Wars into their Christmas season! Geared towards kids, we know a few adults (ahem) that would actually want this too. This toy calendar also comes with 24 different surprise gifts, plus they can totally build this one themselves and play with it! It comes with 11 different vehicles (our favorite is The Phantom) and 7 little LEGO people, including a holiday themed one!
New A Christmas Story Toy Calendar
Jakks Holiday
Number of Toys Included: 24
On the double, Ralphie! Our personal newbie this year is the A Christmas Story advent calendar that comes with 24 different windows to open up each and every day up until Christmas revealing a cute little toy from the classic movie. It even includes toys like Ralphie in his famous pink bunny outfit, his broken glasses, the leg lamp, and so many more. As an adult, we totally want this too.
The Disney Mickey Christmas Classic
Disney
Number of Toys Included: 32
Can it even be Christmas if Mickey and friends aren’t involved? This one comes with a bit more than most of the others (32 vs. 24), including most of your favorite Disney characters that you’ll discover each day like Mickey, Minnie, Goofy, Donald Duck, Chip/Dale, Pluto, Daisy Duck, and more. Your kiddos will have fun with the stickers that come with it too.
The Office Christmas Calendar
Funko Pop
Number of Toys Included: 24
While this one is geared towards kids 6 years old and up, let’s be honest, it’s really for the tweens/teens and adults who are still obsessed with The Office. Inside you’ll find 24 different surprises, including some of your favorite things like Dwight, Jim, Pam, Michael Scott, and so many more. Each character measures in under 2.5 inches, so they make cute little collectibles to display on your desk, locker, night stand – you name it.
NHL Hockey Advent Calendar
Playmobil
Number of Toys Included: 24
This is the perfect option for all the little hockey fans out there, whether they love to watch it on TV or love to play it themselves! Like many of the others, this one comes with 24 surprises, hockey players, the goal, the Stanley Cup, and so much more!
The Fill It Yourself Calendar Box
Vermont Christmas Tree Company
Number of Toys Included: 0
This is the perfect option for when you want to add the little toys or gift yourself. There are 24 different drawers to open and once they do they can turn the drawer around, place it back inside, and reveal a cute holiday themed picture. Now, we’re not overachievers, to this one isn’t for us, but if you’re a total control freak – this is a great option for you.
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