The Best Advent Calendars of 2026
We compared the most sought-after advent calendars in Canada to find out which ones are worth their price, depending on who they are for.
Our #1 pick
LEGO
Best for kids
$49.86
The advent calendar is no longer just for chocolate. In twenty years, it has become a gift in its own right: LEGO, cosmetics, puzzles, escape games. Prices range from ten to one hundred thirty dollars, and the gap in actual value is just as wide.
The only question that matters is who it’s for. A seven-year-old child and an adult who collects skincare don’t expect the same thing behind the 24 doors.
These are annual series: each edition is produced once, then disappears. The most sought-after models — LEGO and beauty at the forefront — sell out by the end of November.
LEGO
LEGO City Advent Calendar 2026 60510 | Christmas Advent Calendar for Kids, Building Toy, Boys & Girls, Ages 5+, Holiday Family Activity, 6 Minifigures, 252 pieces
The sure bet in the aisle: a mini build or a figurine each day, and a complete scene at the end of the month. The one that gets requested again the following year.
Pros
- Build every day
- Almost guaranteed to please
- The pieces join the collection
Cons
- Sells out early in the season
Manufacturer description
- •LEGO CITY CHRISTMAS ADVENT CALENDAR – Celebrate the holidays with the LEGO City Advent Calendar 2026 (60510) building toy, filled with festive fun for kids ages 5 years old and up
- •DISCOVER 24 SURPRISES – Count down to the big day with 24 small gifts including mini builds and LEGO minifigures like Santa, Mrs. Claus, 3 elves and a snowman, plus a baby reindeer figure
- •SANTA'S WORKSHOP PLAYMAT – Fold out the box to reveal a Santa’s Workshop playmat, the perfect setting for kids to show off their inner elf as they build and play with each day’s Christmas toy
- •CREATIVE HOLIDAY TOYS – Exciting stories unfold each day as kids discover festive characters, seasonal mini builds and cute and cozy accessories behind every window
- •A GREAT PRE-CHRISTMAS GIFT FOR 5 YEAR OLDS – Kick off the holiday season with a festive toy for boys and girls who love LEGO building sets and imaginative play
Specifications
- Color
- Multicolor
- Quantity
- 1
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LEGO
LEGO Star Wars Advent Calendar 2026 75456 | Christmas Advent Calendar for Kids, Building Toy, Boys & Girls, Ages 6+, Festive Star Wars Minifigures, 293 pieces
The same format, in the Star Wars universe: miniature ships and exclusive figurines that can only be found in the calendar.
Pros
- Exclusive figurines
- Recognizable universe
- For kids and adults
Cons
- More expensive than the City version
Manufacturer description
- •STAR WARS ADVENT CALENDAR 2026 – Find surprise brick-built LEGO toys behind every door for kids to create their own festive Star Wars: The Mandalorian adventures with the LEGO Star Wars Advent Calendar 2026 (75456) building toy for kids ages 6 years old and up
- •ICONIC CHARACTERS – Discover The Mandalorian and Grogu in holiday sweaters, Moff Gideon, Carson Teva and Jawa LEGO minifigures, plus LEGO figures of IG-11 and a Pit Droid in festive colors
- •8 MINI BUILD VEHICLES – Discover Mando’s N-1 Starfighter, The Razor Crest, a speeder bike, Sandcrawler, Imperial Shuttle, Mandalorian Gauntlet Fighter, Imperial Light Cruiser and an X-wing in festive colors
- •MORE MINI BUILD TOYS FOR KIDS – LEGO figures of a Mudhorn, Bantha, Dewback and Blurrg, plus 3 tables with beskar, gifts and Moff Gideon’s accessories, a weapons rack and Grogu’s hoverpram
- •EARLY CHRISTMAS GIFT IDEA – This LEGO advent calendar for kids ages 6 years old and up makes an awesome holiday gift for boys, girls and any Star Wars: The Mandalorian fans
Specifications
- Color
- Multicolor
- Quantity
- 1
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The Body Shop
The Body Shop Classic Advent Calendar 2026 | 24 Days of Christmas Beauty Surprises | Holiday Gift Set with Skincare, Bath & Body Products | Adult Beauty Calendars for Women & Men
Twenty-four skincare products in travel or full size: the beauty calendar whose value clearly exceeds the price paid.
Pros
- Value exceeds price
- Recognized products
- Beautiful gift box
Cons
- The most expensive on the list
Manufacturer description
- •24 MOMENTS OF POCKET-SIZED LOVE wait behind the numbered doors, from Mango, Dewberry, Satsuma, British Rose and Strawberry shower gels to rich body butters, Shea shampoo and conditioner, softening hand creams, lip butters, sheet masks and a Chamomile cleansing butter that melts away makeup, so your countdown treats you from head to toe
- •OPEN ONE DOOR EACH MORNING and let the festive feels build, a silky body butter for dry skin one day, a fruity shower gel the next, a sheet mask when you want ten quiet minutes to yourself, turning the run-up to Christmas into a small daily ritual you actually look forward to
- •NINE OF OUR MOST-LOVED SCENTS come along for the ride, Shea, British Rose, Mango, Almond Milk, Strawberry, Satsuma, Dewberry, Pink Grapefruit and Coconut. Designed to dial up midwinter merriment and bring festive joy every day in December (or earlier, we won’t tell)
- •A GREAT GIFT FOR SOMEONE YOU LOVE whether that is your sister, your friend, your favourite teacher or simply yourself, this beauty gift set doubles as a stocking filler or a Christmas gift basket for adults and teens, with body care, skincare, haircare, hand care and lip care all covered
- •VEGAN FORMULAS AND COMMUNITY FAIR TRADE INGREDIENTS run through every door so the little moment you enjoy each day gives something back to the communities behind what is inside it
Specifications
- Color
- Multi
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Thames & Kosmos
EXIT Advent Calendar: The Magic of Christmas (EN) - Thames & Kosmos | Ages 10+ - Cooperative Escape Room/Puzzle Advent Calendar - 24-Day 3D Riddles & Puzzles - Holiday Mystery for 1-4 Players
A cooperative escape game spread over 24 days: one puzzle each evening, to solve together rather than unbox alone. From age 10, in English edition.
Pros
- Plays with multiple people
- One puzzle each evening
- From age 10
Cons
- Single use
- English edition
Manufacturer description
- •24-day Christmas adventure: Solve a new riddle behind each calendar door as you follow a continuing mystery.
- •A mysterious forest: A walk in the woods leads into an unusual Christmas story filled with clues and hands-on puzzles.
- •Play solo or together: An English-language EXIT adventure for puzzle fans ages 10 and up.
- •Decoder table and books: Includes a decoder table with three decoder strips, story book, help book, riddle cards and secret materials.
- •Single-use game: Mark, fold and cut components to solve the riddles. The game can only be played once.
Specifications
- Quantity
- 1
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Ferrero Rocher
FERRERO COLLECTION GRAND ASSORTMENT Christmas 2026 Advent Calendar - 253 g | 24 Fine Assorted Chocolates and Confections - 5 Flavours - Individually Wrapped - Holiday Gifting and Sharing
Chocolate, always: the calendar that you add to another gift, or that you give when you don’t yet know the person’s tastes.
Pros
- Budget-friendly
- Suitable for almost everyone
- Easy to find
Cons
- No surprises
Manufacturer description
- •ASSORTED CONFECTIONS: Enjoy or gift this box of 24 individually wrapped confections containing a refined selection of 5 indulgent recipes: FERRERO ROCHER, RAFFAELLO, FERRERO RONDNOIR, FERRERO CAPPUCCINO and FERRERO MANDERLY.
- •CELEBRATE THE HOLIDAYS: Give the gift of the Holiday count down with this gourmet advent calendar, creating sweet moments to share and enjoy throughout the festive season with a delightful daily surprise.
- •IRRESISTIBLE SPECIALTIES: Expertly crafted from selected ingredients, these indulgent treats offer a fine variety of tastes & textures. Multisensory experience one exquisite bite at a time.
- •FERRERO CAPPUCCINO: A creamy, luscious filling combining the rich flavour of coffee and the delicate taste of milk. A surprising delight encased within a crispy wafer.
- •FERRERO MANDERLY: A crunchy specialty with a velvety almond cream filling, a sweet prelude to the unmistakable taste of almond.
Specifications
- Size
- 24 Pieces
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