25 Advent Calendars That Sleigh

There are now Advent calendars for seemingly all ages and interests. Heightened holiday anticipation grows with the opening of miniature doors to receive tiny treasures.

But before we talk about the Advent calendars that are for receiving, let’s talk about those that encourage giving.

A “Reverse Advent Calendar,” is just that. Fill each drawer with a suggestion for something that will be a source of joy. Pet food, snacks and toys for the animal shelter; a thermos, clean socks, gloves, hand wipes for a homeless person. For 24 days, starting on December 1^st, place the selected item into a container. Then on Christmas Eve, take the collected items to the senior’s home, local food bank, animal shelter or any cause about which you feel strongly. My favorite way to get started is by using a traditional Advent calendar that can be used every year for this new family tradition.

Advent Calendars are not just traditional anymore! But they can still be used to do a Reverse Advent Calendar.

Delight Children

Advent Canlendars for children can include dinosaurs now.

Living in the Bluegrass State, horses must be considered.

This book-a-day collection delivers a magical, surprise story every day leading to Christmas.

Book-A-Day Advent Calendar for the reader

Find the secret unlock code for Darth Vader in LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga

Star Wars fans will love the LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga Advent Calendar

I was conflicted with categorizing the next two calendars. Adults often enjoy collecting toys and eating Harry Potter treats.

There's an Advent Calendar for Harry Potter fans

Mmmmm…do you think I like this one because of the Fizzing Whizbees?

Advent Calendar for Harry Potter includes Fizzy Whizbees

Adult Beverages

There’s tea …

…and coffee

Coffee lovers can have their own Advent Calendar

…And, Oh, my gosh! Cocoa Bombs!

How about an Advent Calendar of Cocoa Bombs?

There’s hard seltzer

And you can find beer and wine Advent Calendars at this site, as well.

Etsy is the go-to destination for all things special this holiday season. Find unique Advent Calendars, including this one for cocktails.

Even Santa would appreciate an Advent Calendar of daily cocktails

Options For Men

Jerky Advent Calendar – Cow Carolers

O Holy Cow is an Advent Calender men would appreciate. It has different Jerky each day!

Fishing Fly Lures fill this calendar:

Especially for the fisheman (or woman) - the Fly Fishing Lure Advent Calendar

The ManVent has a surprise behind every door (things like hot sauce)!

ManVent is the original Advent Calendar for men and includes different things like hot sauce

Choices For Women

Sure, riding a one-horse open sleigh is fun, but look!

Were you a fan of the TV Series Friends? There's an Advent Calendar just for you!

There has been little joy in 2020. With the pandemic and the stress of the election, it’s been, all Hallmark Channel, all the time.

There's even an Advent Calendar for Hallmark Christmas lovers

This nail dip Advent Calendar is complete with 24 unique one-ounce shades plus a new surprise gift for day 25. It’s taking real self-constraint for me not to hit the “Buy” button!