2026 Unique Advent Calendar Gift Guide

Sephora has a several options for Advent calendars, including a premium calendar of 24 days of beautify products in this calendar. It's a mix of full-size stuff, travel size products, and accessories. Comes in a sequined case.

Other Sephora calendars have more high-end product options that are much more expensive. The cheaper calendars tend to have 12 days or less of items.

Of course the Disney Store has some fun Advent calendars. For the Disney collectors out there, there's a 24-day Mystery Pin Set calendar.

This might not be the best calendar for kids, though it will undoubtedly have some favorite character pins in there. I have some other calendars on this list with items can can play with or build with that may be more exciting for them. This is for true Disney fans (and the price reflects that).

Disney Store has a 12-day countdown calendar for Toy Store fans. It has little figurines, like Buzz Lightyear in a Santa hat.

Note: Given the small size of the figurines, this is not a good calendar for children under 3.

Total Wine, which has a location in Omaha, has a 24-day wine calendar for the 21 and older wine drinker. The bottles are mini, of course, and include a range of varieties. I like the name of this year's box "24 Tiny Doors and Merry Pours."

LEGO has released their 2026 Advent calendars, and depending on your LEGO fan's interests, it's a good year. There's a Star Wars calendar, naturally, as well as LEGO Friends calendar, to name just two.

Some of the Advent calendars for this year are already sold out on the website. There is a LEGO store in Gretna, that may have those in stock. Either way, don't wait long to purchase one of these, because I imagine they'll be all sold out soon enough.

Tip: I saw some other 2026 LEGO Advent calendars for sale at Macys.com.

Hot cocoa fans will like the varieties found in the Whittard of Chelsea 24-day Advent calendar. Flavors in this German-made calendar include white hot cocoa, salted caramel, hazelnut, and cookies & cream.

If tea is more of your jam (or your giftee's jam), then check out the 24-day calendars by Tea Forte at Saks Fifth Avenue. There are three to choose from, including this Warming Joy option.

Of the calendars on this list, I think the Tea Forte packaging is one of the nicest to have on displa

Beauty product calendars can get pricey, so it's nice to have 12-day options like this self-care calendar at Ulta Beauty, which has a store in Omaha. The calendar has a couple bath bombs, lip balm, body wash, body butter, an undereye gel mask and more.

The cute packaging makes it a fun option to give to teens.

Kiwi Co. is known for STEM-type toys. With this Advent calendar, kids can make cute ornaments while learning about simple machines. It's 12 days of 12 different builds.

This calendar has one of the highest ratings for calendars on this list (4.9 out of 5 stars). Given the nature of the kits, it's recommended for ages 5+.

An alternative to the ornament build is this clay Advent calendar by Hey Clay, available at Fat Brain Toys, headquartered here in Omaha. Each day is a new bag of clay. Yes, there are instructions.

The clay hardens after 24 hours and can then be hung on your tree as ornaments. Each character comes with hook and string. The calendar is safe for ages 3+ but it's ideal for ages 6+.

Macy's has a ton of Advent calendars, and this is one of the cutest options: The Mickey and Minnie Mouse Love & Friendship Advent Gift Collection. It comes with officially licensed jewelry like earrings and necklaces, plus mix & match charms.

Note: This has choking hazards, so it's not safe for kids under age 3.

Tip: At publication time, the calendar was discounted at 80% off.

Goldbelly is known for delivering regional foods right to your doorstep, so it's only natural that they offer some foodie Advent calendars. The one that caught my eye is the 12-day Advent calendar of ice cream by the Minnesota ice cream shop, Bridgeman’s Ice Cream. Flavors may include Praline Pecan, Wolf Tracks, and Raspberry Fudge Torte.

Note: The ice cream is shipped with dry ice, but obviously, should go in the freezer upon arrival.

OPI has teamed up with M&M's for a pretty collection of 12 mini nail polish bottles. It's only found at Ulta Beauty, and only available online. Colors include Merry Crunch-mas, Peanut Butter Me Up, and Deck the Shells.

This is another calendar I'd recommend for teens and 'tweens.

Micheal's sells a ton of Advent calendars, but the one that stood out to me was the crafting one by ArtSkills. It has 25 holiday-themed crafts to make, including several ornaments and decorative stuff. It's intended for kids, though not kids under 3.

Note: While there are Michael's stores in Omaha, this particular Advent calendar is only available online.

Good for teens, the Urban Outfitters' Beauty Advent Calendar contains miniature beauty products from top-rated fragrances to skincare. There's a little bit of everything in it, like nail polish, face mist, and lip cream. The packaging is cute, too.

There is an Urban Outfitters at Village Pointe in West Omaha, though I can't promise this calendar is available in-store.

What's better than a chocolate a day in December? The Godiva Advent calendar, available at Macy's, has 24 different chocolates in it. Some of the flavors include Midnight Star, Dark Chocolate Coconut Dome, and White Chocolate Vanilla Dream.

Note: The calendar may contain dairy, gluten or nut ingredients.

Wabash Valley Farms has created a popcorn lovers' calendar for Macy's. It has 24 days of goodies, including assorted popcorn kernels and popcorn seasonings. I guess it makes sense to use kernels instead of already popped popcorn. It'd be kinda stale by the end of the month.

Note: May contains dairy, gluten or nut ingredients

How does 24 days of puzzles sound? Michael's sells a 24-day Advent calendar that has 24 mini puzzles with 50 pieces each. Each one has a holiday-themed illustration by Simon Treadwell. While we have Michael's locations in Omaha, this puzzle calendar is only available online.

The puzzle calendar is recommended for ages 4+.

Nuts.com has a 24-day Advent calendar with a bunch of sweet and salty snacks, like Bourbon Pecans, Vanilla Rum Cashews, and Honey Roasted Peanuts. It's not just nuts, though. There are some sweet treats like Mini Sea Salt Caramels. Everything in the calendar is a single-serve snack.

If you're looking for a variety of treats, this is a good calendar to try.

Fat Brain Toys has the cutest wooden toy calendar, but I'm adding it last because it's currently sold out (it should be back in stock by the end of October, so cross your fingers). In addition to 24 wooden farm animals, the calendar has a book of 24 shorts stories about them.

The calendar is recommended for ages 2+.