These are 19 of the best Advent calendars to pick up before the holidays

Advent calendars aren’t just childhood nostalgia anymore, as plenty of brands have jumped on board with festive adult-approved countdowns.

From makeup and skincare to tea, jewellery, candles, and more, here’s a round-up of some of 2025’s best advent calendars to get into the holiday spirit.

DavidsTea 24 Days of Tea

Prepare to get cozy with DavidsTea. The Montreal-founded company has once again put together its 24 Days of Tea Advent Calendar ($51.75) with a mix of some of its best teas: think black, green, herbal, and more. Some old faves include the Organic Cream of Earl Grey, the seasonal Candy Cane Crush, and the Organic Silk Dragon Jasmine.

The Glitz is e.l.f.ing Glitzing 24-Day Advent Calendar

Get your e.l.f.-ing glow on with The Glitz is e.l.f.ing Glitzing 24-Day Advent Calendar ($124) from everyone’s go-to affordable makeup line. The limited-edition set includes skincare and makeup from the label, including festive shades you can’t get elsewhere. Not to spoil it all, but some other inclusions are brow products, an eyelash curler, face gems, and plenty of lippy options.

Elemis Wonders Advent Calendar 

Elemis has had a major moment this last couple of years, especially thanks to its insanely effective Makeup Melting Cleansing Balm. The British brand has included that and much more from the line for the magical Wonders Adventure Calendar ($450), which will have your skin radiant and supple (thank you, collagen). Don’t sleep on the Pro-Collagen Vitality Eye Cream and the full-size Pro-Collagen Marine Cream.

H&M’s Jewellery Advent Calendar 

H&M has entered the chat. The Swedish fashion brand has a few advent calendars on offer this season, but we’re most intrigued by the affordable Jewelry Advent Calendar ($34.99). The online exclusive teases a sparkly pair of crystal earrings, but the other 23 designs seem to be a mystery mix of necklaces, rings, and other fashion pieces.

Pixi’s 12 Days of Icons Calendar

 

Whimsy and fantasy come together for Pixi’s adorable Glow Hall of Fame – 12 Days of Icons advent calendar ($63). The packaging resembles Pixi’s iconic mint green Carnaby store front in London, opening up to an image of store shelves hiding some of its best products. Stay toned and hydrated with its toners and masks, while also elevating your makeup kit with its pigmented blush.

Charlotte Tilbury’s Beauty Treasure Chest Makeup and Skincare Advent Calendar

For the bougie beauty pal, Charlotte’s Beauty Treasure Chest Makeup and Skincare Advent Calendar ($297) is an iconic choice, just like the celebrity makeup artist herself. Housed in a gorgeous gold lamé box, this 12-day countdown packs plenty of punch with some of the line’s global bestsellers, including Charlotte’s Magic Cream, the legendary Pillow Talk lip liner, and the viral K.I.S.S.I.N.G Lipstick in Icon Baby. This Advent calendar is available at Sephora Canada.

Lush Advent Calendar

Nothing says self-care like an indulgent bath — and Lush always elevates the whole experience. The brand is back with the Lush Advent Calendar ($335), a 25-day product countdown that has a mix of holiday exclusives and brand faves all in a box designed by artist Shruti Gadhvi (of note, it’s all recycled and biodegradable, too). Gadhvi’s got his very own Flower Bath Bomb in here, alongside shower gels, bubble bars, lotions, candles and scrubs — we weren’t kidding when we said Lush had bath time covered!

Nespresso’s Advent Calendar

For the coffee lover and at-home barista. Nespresso has two advent calendars available this season — one for the original machine ($55) and one for the dome-shaped Vertuo pods ($70). Each gorgeous box contains 24 different flavored pods, including three brand-new exclusive festive coffees and a Thandiwe Muriu designed mug to add to your collection.

Kylie Cosmetics’ 12 Days Of Kylie Advent Calendar 

Kylie Jenner’s Kylie Cosmetics is having a major moment again, and this 12 days of Kylie advent calendar ($283) is a fun way to jump into some nostalgic faves (matte lips) and buzzy newer drops (the vanilla butter lip butter and Cosmic 2.0 fragrance). The pink box with silver bow accents is also made for the ‘gram. You can find this Advent calendar at Shoppers Drug Mart.

Saje’s Well Wishes Advent Calendar

This year hasn’t exactly been a smooth ride, but Saje products always know how to lower the stress levels. The 12-day Well Wishes Advent Calendar ($135) is the perfect way to go into the busy holiday season calm and grounded, thanks to some of its iconic essential oils like Peppermint Halo (always helpful for a headache), mood boosters like Liquid Sunshine, and the Deep Breath revitalizing nasal inhaler.

Purdy’s Holiday Tree Advent Calendar

We had to throw a classic chocolate calendar in here, and who better than Vancouver-based chocolatier Purdy’s? The Holiday Tree Advent Calendar ($30) has 24 chocolate miniatures, all made with sustainable cocoa and designed to melt in your mouth. There’s also the Braille version for the sight-impaired, which includes tabs with Braille numbers ($30).

Bonne Maman Advent Calendar

It’s been said that everyone’s “a little charmed” by jam — and there’s no better one on the market than French brand Bonne Maman, which has its roots in the town of Biars-sur-Cère. The Bonne Maman Advent Calendar ($57.99) includes 24 mini versions of its best jams and spreads, including some limited edition offerings. Use ’em for toast or pastries, or incorporate them into your holiday dinners to pair with turkey, ham, or warmed-up rolls.

Harry Potter Official Advent Calendar: Hogwarts Seasonal Surprises

Calling all Potterheads! Get into the holiday spirit with a touch of wizardry with the Harry Potter Official Advent Calendar: Hogwarts Seasonal Surprises ($46.99), available at Indigo. The calendar features fun keepsakes and collectibles tying into some of the films’ most iconic characters for 25 days straight. Best enjoyed while watching Harry Potter movies, particularly The Philosopher’s Stone and Goblet of Fire.

Soja & Co. Candle Advent Calendar 

Soja & Co., founded by Montreal’s Laurence Gaudreau-Pépin, has garnered a niche following for its hand-poured candles. The company is back with its fourth edition Advent calendar ($165), which includes 24 days of scented candles — 23 in a 1 oz. designed to last six to eight hours, and one full-size, four-ounce candle. There’ll be a scent for everyone here: if you find a candle you don’t love, you can always gift it on to a pal or family member.

Skims Panty Advent Calendar

No one does limited-edition luxury quite like Kim Kardashian. The queen of reality TV dropped her Skims Panty Advent Calendar ($836), with a new pair of undies all month long. Sure, it’s a bit pricey, but think of it as an investment in overhauling your underwear drawer — which we all have to do every now and then anyway. The calendar includes 25 different styles in different fabrics, from Cotton Jersey to Stretch Lace and Ultra Fine Mesh.

Lego Star Wars Advent Calendar

 

Kids and adults alike will dig the Lego Star Wars Advent Calendar ($59.99), which sees some of our fave characters in a holiday setting. Each day, you’ll find a building to create the world of a droidsmith workshop (who needs elves?), including 14 droids, nine mini builds and more festive fun like BB-8 in a Jawa holiday outfit. There’s also Harry Potter and Frozen Advent calendars for fans of those series (also $59.99).

24 Days of Kiehl’s Advent Calendar

Kiehl’s is tried and true skincare for Canadian winters. The brand invites you to count down to Christmas with some of its longtime fan faves in the 24 Days of Kiehl’s Advent Calendar ($250). Find treats like the Ultra Facial Cream, Midnight Recovery Concentrate, and the Creamy Eye Treatment with Avocado behind mystery doors.

Alex and Ani’s 12-Day Advent Calendar Box

Another one for the jewellery lovers. Contemporary label Alex and Ani has compiled some of its best designs for a chic, 12-Day Advent Calendar Box ($354). The pieces here are universally wearable, from dainty, stackable bracelets to sweet rope-inspired huggie earrings, studs, and simple necklaces. Best of all, there are pieces in both silver and gold.

Williams Sonoma’s 12 Days of Essential Oils Candles Gift Set

This one is for the essential oil and candle lovers. The always elegant Williams Sonoma has put together a 12 Days of Essential Oils Candle gift set ($231.95), which includes 12 votive candles in some of the brand’s most popular scents. Find winter-themed ones like spiced chestnut and winter berry, and classics like fleur de sel and rosemary eucalyptus.

Kanel’s 24 Karat Spice Calendar

For the at-home chef or curious mixologist, proudly Canadian Kanel has put together its best spice blends, salts, and cocktail trimmers for the 24 Karat advent calendar ($79). A great kitchen investment for yourself or a pal who loves to experiment in the kitchen, this box comes packaged in a chic black box with gold accents (you’ll want to have this one on display).

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