2026 Advent Calendars in Canada: Picks for Kids, Adults and Families
Compare 2026 advent calendars for kids and adults, from toys and books to tea, treats, puzzles and beauty gifts.
An advent calendar can turn a small daily treat into part of the holiday routine. For 2026, the options listed here range from familiar chocolate and toys to books, puzzles, tea, beauty products and hands-on activities. The variety makes it easier to match the countdown to someone’s interests, though prices span from budget friendly to decidedly indulgent.
For families, the most useful choice may be the one that gives children something to play with, read or make each day. Adults can choose a calendar built around a favourite snack, hobby or self-care treat. A shared calendar can also offer a reason to spend a little time together during a busy month.
The options below are grouped by the kind of experience they offer. Check each retailer for current Canadian availability, price and product details before buying; the source list doesn’t provide prices or ratings for individual calendars. Some links may be affiliate links. Read the disclosure policy.
Calendars for kids: play, make and explore
For children who like collecting small figures or building things, the toy and construction calendars offer a new item to discover each day. The list includes several LEGO themes, plus vehicles, magnetic tiles, building blocks, dolls and character collectibles. Creative and activity focused picks include colouring, craft ornaments, slime, fidget toys and a science calendar. Book and game calendars offer a different kind of daily surprise.
- Coco Wyo Colouring Book Advent Calendar; Harry Potter Official Advent Calendar Hogwarts Seasonal Surprises; Princess Advent Calendar; My Mini Baby Advent Calendar.
- Pokémon Advent Holiday Pop-Up Calendar; The Nightmare Before Christmas Advent Calendar; Advent Calendar with 24 Toy Vehicles; LEGO City Advent Calendar.
- LEGO Friends Advent Calendar; LEGO Star Wars Advent Calendar; LEGO Super Heroes Marvel Advent Calendar; Hot Wheels Advent Calendar.
- Peppa Pig Peppa’s Kids Advent Calendar; Mattel Jurassic World Advent Calendar; BRIO Advent Calendar; Bluey Fuzzies Advent Calendar.
- Purple Cow Crazy Scientist Advent Calendar; Purple Cow DIY Arts & Crafts Ornaments Advent Calendar; Fidget Toy Advent Calendar; Wooden Christmas Tree Advent Calendar.
- Christmas Tree Building Blocks Advent Calendar; Girls Unicorn Accessories Advent Calendar; Clue Advent Calendar: Secrets Under Snowfall; Family Games Advent Calendar.
- 24 Family Games Advent Calendar; The original Mr. Men & Little Miss Advent Calendar; National Geographic Gemstone Advent Calendar; Crystals, Rocks, Minerals & Gemstones Advent Calendar.
- DIY Journal Kit Stationery Set Advent Calendar; Furby Minis Advent Calendar; Slime Advent Calendar; Magna-Tiles Advent Calendar.
- Playmobil Christmas Trip to the Market Advent Calendar; Fisher-Price Little People Disney Princess Advent Calendar; Play-Doh Advent Calendar; Mini Squishies Toy Advent Calendar.
- Christmas Advent Escape Room for Kids; Barbie Advent Calendar; Christmas Rock Advent Calendar; The Usborne Book Advent Calendar.
- Bluey: The Most Amazing Advent Book Bundle; The original SMURFS Advent Calendar; Advent Calendar Christmas Coloring Book.
Sweet countdowns for children
Chocolate and candy calendars keep the daily reveal simple. The list includes Lindt Teddy, Kinder, Reese’s, Jolly Ranchers and Twizzlers, as well as hot chocolate and a Moo Free option. A treat calendar can be an easy fit, but check the ingredients and serving details against your household’s needs.
- Lindt Teddy Advent Calendar; Gourmet Du Village 12 Days of Hot Chocolate Advent; Kinder Chocolate Christmas Advent Calendar.
- Moo Free Chocolate Advent Calendar; Reese's Peanut Butter & Milk Chocolate Advent Calendar; Jolly Ranchers and Twizzlers Advent Calendar.
Adult calendars for treats, hobbies and downtime
Adult options cover a wide range, from beauty and personal care to games, stationery, puzzles and practical gifts. Tea, coffee, chocolate, candy and preserves provide a daily tasting experience; tool and fishing calendars cater to specific hobbies. A 12-day calendar may suit someone who wants a shorter countdown, while 24- or 25-day formats offer more daily openings. The source list doesn’t give contents or prices for each product, so use the retailer links to compare what’s included and decide whether the format and theme are a good fit.
- Anthropologie's 24 Days of Beauty Advent Calendar; Anthropologie's 12 Days of Beauty Advent Calendar; Gilmore Girl's Beauty Advent Calendar.
- EXIT: The Game - Advent Calendar; The Escape Room Advent Calendar; Anti-Stress Advent Calendar; Cocktail Advent Calendar.
- Mastercraft Tool Advent Calendar; Friends: The Official Advent Calendar; Sephora Collection Advent Calendar; Sephora Favorites 25 Day Advent Calendar.
- L'Occitane 24 Day Advent Calendar Gift Set; The Joy of Plants Saje advent calendar; Stash Tea Advent Calendar; Sugarfina 24 Tastes of Christmas Advent Calendar.
- The Body Shop Classic Beauty Advent Calendar; Book Lovers Advent Calendar; Garden Advent Calendar; Invisibobble Beauty Advent Calendar.
- Stationary Advent Calendar, 12 or 24 days; Bookish Advent Calendar; Purdy's Advent Calendar; McGuire Chocolate Company Chocolate Advent Calendar.
- T.Surprise Tea Advent Calendar; Ferrero Collection Christmas Advent Calendar; Moyel Candle Advent Calendar; Vahdam Tea Advent Calendar.
- Tiesta Tea Loose Leaf Tea Advent Calendar; Specialty Coffee Advent Calendar; Pirates of Coffee Advent Calendar; Gourmet Du Village 12 Days of Hot Chocolate Advent.
- The Candy Advent Calendar; Squish 24 Days of Candy; Whally and Whiz Danish Wine Gum Advent Calendar; Simon Coll Chocolates Advent Calendar.
- Serendipity Soy Candles Advent Calendar; Eurographics Sweet Christmas Advent Calendar; 24 Boxes Puzzle Countdown Calendar to Christmas; DAVIDsTEA 24 Days of Tea.
- Fishing Advent Calendar; Silver Tree Dome Advent Calendar; Silver Tree Tabletop Advent Calendar House; Fragrance Oil Advent Calendar.
- Bonne Maman Jams and Jellies Advent Calendar; Kanel Welcome to our Table Advent; No Whey Foods Advent Calendar (without the top 8 common allergens); Moo Free Chocolate Advent Calendar.
- Coffee Junkie Gourmet Single Serve Coffee Pod Advent Calendar; Fly Fisherman's Advent Calendar; Fresh Water Fishing Tackle Advent Calendar; Grooming & Self-Care for Men Advent Calendar.
- Makeup Advent Calendar; Skincare Beauty Advent Calendar; Bath Spa Advent Calendar; Spa Gifts Advent Calendar.
- Yves Rocher Beauty Advent Calendar; The Advent Calendar for Couch Potatoes; The Advent Calendar for Crossword Lovers; 12 Days of Socks for Women.
- 24 Days of Socks for Men; Hand Tool Advent Calendar; Crystal Advent Calendar; The Man Who Wants Nothing Advent Calendar.
- The Christmas Chalet Murder Mystery Advent Calendar.
Choosing a calendar that fits your budget
Start with the recipient’s interests and the experience you want the calendar to create. A toy or craft calendar can keep a child occupied beyond the daily opening; a snack calendar offers a small treat, while a puzzle or game can turn the countdown into a shared activity. For an adult, tea, coffee, books, candles or hobby supplies may feel more personal than a general gift assortment.
Then check the full cost, number of days and listed contents. A higher price may reflect a different type of item or a longer countdown, but the source doesn’t include enough product details to compare value across brands. Consider whether the recipient will use the items, whether the calendar suits the household’s food needs, and whether the retailer’s current listing matches the product name. A calendar that fits a real interest is more likely to make December feel special day after day.
