
Everyone knows that one person who is obsessed with the holidays — maybe that person is even you. Even before the Halloween candy is gone, they’re already blasting Mariah Carey and decking the halls. Advent calendars are the perfect gift for such holiday lovers.
Instead of waiting until Christmas Day to unwrap a gift, Advent calendars parcel out the excitement with a daily treasure. Target is proof that there are a ton of different types of advent calendars, perfect for everyone on your holiday shopping list. Beauty obsessed, LEGO builders, chocolate lovers… Target has everyone on your list covered. Rounded up here are 15 Advent calendars to gift to others or yourself.
This Lego Friends Advent calendar
An Advent calendar every Lego lover will appreciate, each day offers a new surprise to build. It includes fiveLego minidolls and winter accessories, like a cozy fire, Christmas tree and sled. By the end of the month, you’ll be able to set up a whole winter scene!
Promising review: “Been a favorite start to the season for both of our girls! Cute ideas every year!” — Happy Mom
This ChapStick Advent calendar
Winter is peak chapped lips season, but this 12-day Advent calendar offers more than enough protection. There’s a mix of tried-and-true classic flavors (like cherry and strawberry) and some seasonal editions (like gingerbread cookie and candy cane).
Promising review: “I love advent calendars and keeping my lips hydrated through one is just so fun!! I love getting a new scent each day to try and hope these holiday ones will make a comeback next year so I can get more!” — Amanda
This limited edition beauty Advent calendar
Products by beloved beauty brands including Physician’s Formula, e.l.f., Sally Hansen and L’Oreal Paris are all included in this 12-day Advent calendar. Valued at more than $86, you can get it for $20 at Target.
Promising review: “My daughter and I were pleasantly surprised at the quality of products in this!” — Becky
This wooden Advent calendar
This may be one of the most beautiful Advent calendars you’ll find at Target. Completely wooden, the shooting star and background are LED light-powered, illuminating the whole scene with warm golden light. Tuck your own surprises inside the 24 cubbies.
Promising review: “This beautiful advent calendar encompasses the magical essence of Christmas in one truly wonderful piece.” — Sharon M
This Kinder chocolate Advent calendar
Unwrapping a German milk chocolate treat every day in December until Christmas Day truly is a treat. There are four different types of Kinder chocolates, including chocolate hearts, crispy cookie bits, mini chocolate bars and mini chocolate eggs.
Promising review: “Last year on Thanksgiving, I gave out these calendars. My kids are young adults and they were really excited to get them, so I am going to make this a tradition and hope they like these this year.” — Tia RB
This Bluey Advent calendar
If you know a 2 to 7-year-old with access to a screen, there’s a very high likelihood they’re obsessed with Bluey. With this Advent calendar, they can unwrap a Bluey surprise in the 24 days leading up to Christmas.
Promising review: “This Bluey Advent Calendar comes with 24 minifigurines, Christmas themed. They’re so cute and the best advent calendar that I’ve seen for children. The packaging is so cute and I would have bought it for my daughter. The figurines are sturdy and cute.” — Judyrd86_4078
This Harry Potter Lego Advent calendar
A Harry Potter Lego collab? Oh heck yes. This Advent calendar has all the mini builds any HP fan could want: a sorting hat, butterbeer, Hogwarts acceptance letter and eight wizarding minifigurines, to name just a few of the surprises included.
Promising review: “I buy them every year for my husband and we have great fun building them.” — Warwillow
This human body-themed Advent calendar
This human body Advent calendar is truly one of a kind. Each day, you can unwrap a new organ and try an experiment to learn how it functions. Science lessons that feel like playtime? Now, that’s holiday magic.
This Monster Jam Advent calendar
Safe for kids ages three and up, this Advent calendar includes 16 mini monster trucks and nine accessories. It includes all the tried-and-true favorites, like Grave Digger and El Toro Loco.
Promising review: “These are the coolest and best selection of the mini monster jam trucks. Kids will love them. I also found this is a great way to collect them all without having to get the little grab bags. Definitely recommend these.” — Mullins
This rubber duck Advent calendar
Whether you know a Jeep owner or just someone who loves rubber duckies, this Advent calendar is sure to bring a smile to someone's face. Make that 24 smiles! Each rubber duck floats, so it can be used as a legitimate bath toy.
Promising review: “By far my favorite advent calendar!” — MsG03
This tea Advent calendar
Perfect for any tea lover or just someone who could use a little more calm in their life, this Advent calendar comes with 24 days’ worth of teas. With a mix of caffeinated and caffeine-free varieties, each day offers a new flavor.
Promising review: “Beautiful advent calendar! I originally purchased it for a gift, but I will definitely be going back to get another for myself.” — Jtarget
This Smurfs Advent calendar
There’s no feeling blue with nearly a month’s worth of Smurf surprises to unwrap. Included in this 24-day countdown Advent calendar are 12 Smurf figurines and 12 accessories.
This Lindt Christmas Advent calendar
Lindt’s melt-in-your-mouth, smooth texture and rich flavor are what make their chocolate a favorite for many. This Advent calendar includes 24 pieces of Lindt milk chocolate, perfect for pairing with your coffee or tea, or enjoying for dessert.
Promising review: “Adorable. Fun to try and guess which shape you will get on a given day. High-quality chocolate and beautifully presented.” — LC
This family game Advent calendar
This Advent calendar encourages quality family time, offering a new game to play together each day. A sampling of what’s included are mini bowling, balloon volleyball and tic tac toe.
Promising review: “The calendar looks like a lot of fun. I can’t wait to do the activities with the kids over the holidays.” — MommaHunt













