Make the kids’ countdown to Christmas extra magical with these advent calendars from Mattel, LEGO, Hot Wheels, and more.
The days leading up to Christmas are some of the most anticipated and exciting times of the year for many kids, as they look forward to Santa’s annual visit with festive crafts, holiday treats, and treasured family traditions. Since long before The Elf on The Shelf came on the scene to start each kid’s morning off with a festive (if not unnervingly surveillant) game of hide and seek, the faithful advent calendar has been leading the countdown to Christmas with a series of sweet surprises.
These days, every day in December can feel like a mini celebration as those little advent calendar doors reveal everything from toys, treats, books and crafts for kids. Whether they’re obsessed with dinosaurs, dolls, or DIY, you’ll find something they’ll love in this list.
Here are the best advent calendars for kids in 2024:
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