Advent calendars are a charming way to make the entire month of December feel like Christmas. There are a lot of them out there, and TABLE has compiled some unique advent calendar ideas that go beyond the classics for a gift that will show the recipient that you really know them. Buy now, though, because advent calendars sell out fast!
Advent Calendar Ideas for All Kinds
InGoodTaste Wine Advent Calendar
With twenty-four mini bottles of wine, this advent calendar takes you on a oenophile journey through many of the most interesting grapes that Italy, Spain, South Africa, Argentina, Australia, and California has to offer. You might want to slide into Dry January with some mocktails after spending December with this, though.
24 Days of Gourmet Nuts & Snacks
Snacking and grazing is one of Gen Z’s favorite food trends, and nuts are a fairly healthy option. Enjoy Salted Roasted Cashews, Smokey BBQ Peanuts, Sour Cream & Onion Pepita & Cashew Mix, Wasabi Green Peas, and more in this gourmet nuts advent calendar from DM Snacks.
Wicked: The Official Advent Calendar
For a musical theater fan who can’t get enough of this 2024 movie-musical release, look no further than the official Wicked advent calendar from Simon & Schuster. The calendar features patches, laptop stickers, keychains, and a variety of other merchandise inspired by the film’s characters and settings.
Swarovski Annual Edition Advent Calendar
If you’re in the mood to splurge, this $1200 Swarovski advent calendar definitely really shows someone you care. More power to you if you do gift it, but if I purchased this, nobody would be getting any presents on actual Christmas. This year’s beautiful designs take you through a holiday train made of crystal depictions of forested landscapes.
The Classic Advent Calendar from L’Occitane
Anyone else have memories of wandering through L’Occitane with their mom as a kid, wondering what all the fuss was about? L’Occitane was one of the first beauty brands I was aware of, and at ten years old I couldn’t appreciate it. As an adult, however, a L’Occitane beauty advent calendar sounds great. 2024’s Classic Advent Calendar features full-size favorites and icons like Immortelle Divine Cream, Shea Butter Hand Cream and Almond Milk Concentrate—plus hair care and other items inspired by the Provençal countryside.
Lindt Holiday Santa’s Workshop Advent Calendar
Here’s one for nostalgic adults (and yes, for kids, too) complete with Lindt truffles, chocolate balls, and pralines behind each window of Santa’s workshop. The illustrations are whimsical and festive, bringing to mind the classic Christmas movies of childhood.
12 Days of Organization Advent Calendar
Know someone (or live with someone) who’s struggling to get their messy house under control? This advent calendar can be a nudge in the right direction to tidy up as the new year approaches with stationery and organizational accessories like washi tape, gel pens, and stamps.
National Geographic Rock, Mineral & Fossil Advent Calendar
Maybe you have a curious young scientist in your family. This National Geographic rock, mineral, and fossil calendar encourages that exploratory spirit with a makeshift excavation kit and geodes and gems for that budding geologist.
Bean Box Coffee Advent Calendar
The holidays can be tiring. Why not have a whole advent calendar’s worth of caffeination? Onyx Coffee Lab’s coffee advent calendar features both their signature blends and exclusive Advent-only coffees from their award-winning artisanal roasters.
Williams-Sonoma Grinch Advent Calendar
We’ve all got a bit of the Grinch in us. But even the green curmudgeon himself would enjoy the caramels, gummies, and chocolates behind each door in Williams-Sonoma’s Dr. Seuss-themed advent calendar. The foiled milk chocolate hearts will make yours grow three sizes!
Arhaus Snowy Alpine Village
This handcrafted wooden advent calendar from Arhaus is a cozy and classic advent calendar idea, with a village scene lit internally by soft LED lights. It allows you to customize your advent calendar gifts, since it doesn’t come with them. So, consider this advent calendar if you want to add a personalized touch.
Story by Emma Riva / Cover photo courtesy of Onyx Coffee Roasters
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